Comparison of N Class 87 models
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| Manufacturer | Graham Farish | Dapol |
| Year model introduced | 1998 | 2024 |
| DCC Capability | DCC incompatible | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Door steps | No |
Yes |
| Etched horn grille | No |
Yes |
| Handrails | No |
Yes |
| High intensity headlight | No |
Yes |
| Jumper cables | No |
Yes |
| Nameplates - etched - require fitting | No |
Yes |
| Pantograph - Brecknell Willis high-speed |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pantograph - Cross-arm | No |
Yes |
| Pantograph platform | No |
Yes |
| Pipe work | No |
Yes |
| Roof-mounted electrical components |
Yes |
Yes |
| Roof-mounted tanks | No |
Yes |
| Side grilles (etched) | No |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | ||
| Battery box | No |
Yes |
| Electrical equipment |
Yes |
Yes |
| Footsteps | No |
Yes |
| Sanding gear | No |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed & painted | No |
Yes |
| Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
| Window wipers | No |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
| Chemically-blackened |
Yes |
Yes |
| Metal-pin point bearings | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
| Cosmetic coupling - hook only | No |
Yes |
| Multiple working sockets/ pipes | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | ||
| Cosmetic coupling | No |
Yes |
| Pipework (for front) | No |
Yes |
| Pipework (for rear) | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Body Construction |
Plastic |
Plastic with metal parts |
| Working cosmetic features | ||
| Pantograph (Unpowered but poseable) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Chassis construction |
Plastic & metal |
Diecast |
| Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
8 wheels |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 1 |
Radius 2 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | ||
| Fixed |
Yes |
No |
| NEM pockets | No |
Yes |
| Coupling type |
N-gauge standard Arnold-Rapido |
N-gauge Arnold-Rapido with NEM socket |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
| Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis |
Body clips off from chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
| Electrical | ||
| Motor type |
Can motor with 2 Flywheels |
5-pole supercreep with 2 flywheels |
| Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Centre of chassis |
| Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
| Working lights | ||
| Directional headlights & tail lights | No |
Yes |
| Headlights (independent) | No |
Yes |
| Tail lights (independent) | No |
Yes |
| Pickups |
All wheels |
All wheels |
| DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
No provision for speaker |
| Items in Stock | View | View |
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