Comparison of OO Class 71 models
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| Manufacturer | Hornby | DJ Models |
| Year model introduced | 2016 | 2017 |
| DCC Capability | DCC Ready. 8-pin socket | DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Cab front footsteps |
Yes |
Yes |
| Company branding | No |
Yes |
| Handrails |
Yes |
Yes |
| Nameplates - etched - require fitting | No |
Yes |
| Pantograph - Cross-arm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Side grilles (etched) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | ||
| 3rd rail pick-up shoe |
Yes |
No |
| Battery box |
Yes |
No |
| Electrical equipment |
Yes |
Yes |
| Footsteps |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pipework |
Yes |
Yes |
| Sanding gear |
Yes |
Yes |
| Speedometer cable |
Yes |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed & painted |
Yes |
Yes |
| Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
| Seating |
Yes |
Yes |
| Window wipers |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
| Chemically-blackened |
Yes |
Yes |
| Painted |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
| Multiple working sockets/ pipes |
Yes |
No |
| Sprung buffers |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | ||
| Pipework (for front) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pipework (for rear) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Detail pack also contains... | ||
| Alternative headcodes |
Yes |
No |
| Third Rail Pick-up Shoes | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Plastic with metal parts |
| Working cosmetic features | ||
| Pantograph (Unpowered but poseable) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Diecast |
| Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
8 wheels |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Radius 2 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | ||
| NEM pockets |
Yes |
Yes |
| Coupling type |
Tension lock |
Tension lock |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
| Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Secured with one or more screws |
| Electrical | ||
| Motor type |
5-pole with flywheel |
Coreless |
| Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Centre of chassis |
| Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
| Working lights | ||
| Cab light |
Yes |
Yes |
| Directional headlights & tail lights |
Yes |
Yes |
| Illuminated headcodes | No |
Yes |
| Pickups |
All wheels |
All wheels |
| DCC speaker |
Provision for 15x11mm rectangular speaker |
Provision for a 22x58mm rectangular speaker |
| Items in Stock | View | View |
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