Comparison of OO GWR 'Fruit D' van models
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| Manufacturer | Hornby Dublo | Hornby Dublo | Dapol |
| Year model introduced | 1960 | 1970 | 2008 |
| DCC Capability | Unpowered | Unpowered | Unpowered |
| Detailing | |||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | |||
| Bodyside beams |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Door operating equipment |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lamp irons | No | No |
Yes |
| Vents |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | |||
| Brake rigging chassis | No | No |
Yes |
| Footsteps | No | No |
Yes |
| Framework |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Handbrake wheel/ lever | No | No |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | |||
| Chemically-blackened | No | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | |||
| Cosmetic coupling - hook only | No | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | |||
| Body Construction |
Plastic |
Plastic |
Plastic |
| Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Plastic & metal |
Plastic & metal |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 1 |
Radius 1 |
Radius 1 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | |||
| Fixed |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
| NEM pockets | No | No |
Yes |
| Coupling type |
Hornby Dublo/ Peco "Simplex" coupling |
Tension lock |
Tension lock |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | |||
| Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Secured with one or more screws |
No |
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