Comparison of OO Class 390 'Pendolino' models
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| Manufacturer | Dapol | Hornby |
| Year model introduced | 2001 | 2007 |
| DCC Capability | DCC compatible but no socket | DCC Ready. 8-pin socket |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Nameplates - plastic - pre-fitted | No |
Yes |
| Pantograph - Brecknell Willis high-speed |
Yes |
Yes |
| Roof-mounted electrical components | No |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed | No |
Yes |
| Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
| Window wipers |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
| Chemically-blackened |
Yes |
Yes |
| Traction tyres | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
| Front valance |
Yes |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Body Construction |
Plastic |
Plastic |
| Working cosmetic features | ||
| Pantograph (Unpowered but poseable) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Tilting Mechanism |
Yes |
Yes |
| Chassis construction |
Plastic & metal |
Plastic & metal |
| Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
4 wheels |
4 wheels |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Radius 2 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | ||
| Drawbar coupling | No |
Yes |
| Coupling type |
Proprietary coupling between coaches. No end couplings. |
Proprietary coupling between coaches. No end couplings. |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
| Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis |
Body clips off from chassis |
Body clips off from chassis |
| Electrical | ||
| Motor type |
5-pole with flywheel |
5-pole (standard) |
| Motor location |
1 bogie mounted |
1 bogie mounted |
| Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
| Working lights | ||
| Directional headlights & tail lights |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pickups |
Power Car only |
Power Car only |
| DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
No provision for speaker |
| Items in Stock | View | View |
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