Dapol N 4-6-2 Class A3 LNER (2012)
Model overview
4472 “Flying Scotsman” at Leamington Spa in October 2005. ©Michael J. Irlam
4-6-2 Class A3 LNER
4-6-2 Class A3 LNER
Scale: N Gauge
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2012
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 6-pin socket
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2012
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 6-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Boiler supports Chimney Coal load(s) Coal rails Dome Gangway corridor connectors Handrails Lamp irons Nameplates - etched - pre-fitted Pipe work Safety valves - turned brass Smoke deflectors Smokebox door dart Smokebox door numberplate Vents Whistle - turned brass |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) |
Cosmetic coupling |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic coupling - hook only |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed & painted Fallplate Glazing |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Brake rigging chassis Correct-thickness "stamped" rods Fluted connecting rods with oily finish Footsteps Inside valve gear Lubricator mechanism Pipework Sanding gear |
Tender |
Houses digital decoder Houses PCB Permanently coupled to locomotive |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened Metal-pin point bearings Painted Traction tyres |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Heavy diecast |
Coupling socket/mounting |
NEM pockets |
Coupling type |
N-gauge Arnold-Rapido with NEM socket |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
6 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within boiler Within chassis |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 6-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Motor location |
Tender |
Motor type |
5-pole super creep |
Pickups |
Driving wheels and tender wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |