Comparison of OO LNER Thompson models
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| Manufacturer | Hornby | Bachmann Branchline | Bachmann Branchline |
| Year model introduced | 1970 | 1991 | 2017 |
| DCC Capability | Unpowered | Unpowered | Unpowered |
| Detailing | |||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | |||
| Roof railing | No | No |
Yes |
| Vestibules | No | No |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | |||
| Battery box | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | |||
| Glazing | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Seating | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | |||
| Nickel-plated | No |
Yes |
No |
| Painted | No | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | |||
| Chassis construction | No |
Lightweight |
Lightweight |
| Minimum radius | No |
Radius 2 |
Radius 2 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | |||
| Fixed | No |
Yes |
No |
| NEM pockets | No | No |
Yes |
| Coupling type | No |
Tension lock |
Tension lock |
| Separating the body from the chassis | No |
Body clips off from chassis |
No |
| Electrical | |||
| Power collection | No | No |
2 rail DC |
| Pickups | No | No |
All wheels |
| Items in Stock | View | View | View |
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