Comparison of N Class 59 models
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| Manufacturer | Revolution Trains | Dapol |
| Year model introduced | 2023 | 2024 |
| DCC Capability | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
| Bodyshell | ||
| Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) | ||
| Class 59/0 |
Yes |
Yes |
| Class 59/1 |
Yes |
Yes |
| Class 59/2 |
Yes |
Yes |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Door handles |
Yes |
Yes |
| Etched horn grille | No |
Yes |
| Exhausts |
Yes |
Yes |
| Fan Grill (etched) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Handrails |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lamp irons | No |
Yes |
| Nameplates - etched - pre-fitted |
Yes |
No |
| Nameplates - etched - require fitting | No |
Yes |
| NRN (National Radio Network) Pod | No |
Yes |
| Representation of internal equipment (behind grilles) | No |
Yes |
| Side grilles (etched) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | ||
| Air tank | No |
Yes |
| Battery box | No |
Yes |
| Equipment boxes |
Yes |
No |
| Footsteps | No |
Yes |
| Fuel tank |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pipework | No |
Yes |
| Sanding gear | No |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed |
Yes |
No |
| Detailed & painted | No |
Yes |
| Glazing |
Yes |
No |
| Seating | No |
Yes |
| Window wipers |
Yes |
No |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
| Chemically-blackened | No |
Yes |
| Finescale | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
| Cosmetic coupling - hook only | No |
Yes |
| Front valance | No |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to front | No |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to rear | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | ||
| Cosmetic coupling | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Plastic with metal parts |
| Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Heavy diecast |
| Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
6 wheels |
12 wheels |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Radius 2 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | ||
| NEM pockets |
? |
Yes |
| Coupling type |
N-gauge Arnold-Rapido with NEM socket |
N-gauge Arnold-Rapido with NEM socket |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
| Within chassis | No |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis | No |
Body clips off from chassis |
| Electrical | ||
| Motor type | No |
5-pole iron core "Next Generation" |
| Motor location |
Locomotive |
Centre of chassis |
| Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
| Working lights | ||
| Cab light |
Yes |
Yes |
| Directional headlights & tail lights |
Yes |
Yes |
| Headlights (independent) | No |
Yes |
| Tail lights (independent) | No |
Yes |
| Pickups |
All wheels |
All wheels |
| DCC speaker |
Pre-fitted |
Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown) |
| Items in Stock | View | View |
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