Comparison of OO Class 144 'Pacer' models


Manufacturer	Realtrack	EFE Rail
Year model introduced	2013	2023
DCC Capability	DCC Ready. 8-pin socket	DCC Ready. 18-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details
Exhausts	Yes	No
Handrails	Yes	No
Lamp irons	Yes	No
Vestibules	Yes	No

Chassis/underframe detail
Battery box	Yes	No
Driveshafts (cosmetic)	Yes	No
Engine pipework	Yes	No
Footsteps	Yes	No
Fuel tank	Yes	No

Cab, footplate & interior detail
Glazing	Yes	No
Window wipers	Yes	No

Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack)
Cosmetic BSI coupling	Yes	No

Mechanical
Chassis construction	Plastic & metal	No
Loco-driven wheels (number of)	8 wheels	No
Minimum radius	Radius 2	No
Coupling socket/mounting
Drawbar coupling	Yes	No
NEM pockets	Yes	No

Coupling type	Tension lock	No
Separating the body from the chassis	Use plastic card (credit card format ideal) to slide between lower body and chassis, then undo lugs	No
Electrical
Motor type	Can motor with 2 Flywheels	No
Motor location	Centre of chassis	No
Power collection	2 rail DC	No
Working lights
Cab light	Yes	No
Directional headlights & tail lights	Yes	No
Interior lighting	Yes	No

Pickups	All wheels	No
DCC speaker	No provision for speaker	No
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