Dapol OO Class 59 (2022)
Dave Martin
Model overview
59005 at Old Oak Common Depot in August 2000. ©kitmasterbloke
Class 59
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2022
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2022
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Bodyshell
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) |
Class 59/0 Class 59/1 Class 59/2 |
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Bodyside doors Door handles Etched horn grille Exhausts Fan Grill (etched) Handrails Horn(s) Jumper cables Lamp irons Nameplates - etched - require fitting Numbers - etched - require fitting Roof grilles (etched) |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) |
Cosmetic coupling Jumper cables NEM Couplings Pipework (for front) Pipework (for rear) Valances |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic coupling - hook only Front valance Pipework - pre-fitted to front Pipework - pre-fitted to rear Sprung buffers |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed & painted Glazing Seating Window wipers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Air tank Battery box Footsteps Fuel tank Pipework Sanding gear |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened Metal-pin point bearings Painted |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Heavy diecast |
Coupling socket/mounting |
NEM pockets |
Coupling type |
Tension lock |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
12 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Use plastic card (credit card format ideal) to slide between lower body and chassis, then undo lugs |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Working cosmetic features |
Opening cab doors Provision for smoke unit Rotating Axleboxes Smoke unit pre-fitted |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
Provision for 20x40mm rectangular speaker |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole supercreep with 2 flywheels |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Cab light Directional headlights & tail lights Headlights (independent) Tail lights (independent) |
Other OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) Class 59 models
Products awaiting categorisation
| Scale | Brand | Image | Construction Type | DCC Capability | Product Code | Product Title | Livery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) | Dapol |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | DCC Ready. PLuX22 socket |
4D-005-010 View |
Class 59 Aggregate Industries 59002 Alan J Day Diesel Locomotive | Aggregate Industries |
| OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) | Dapol |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | DCC Ready. PLuX22 socket |
4D-005-010D View |
Class 59 Aggregate Industries 59002 Alan J Day Diesel Locomotive - DCC Fitted | Aggregate Industries |
| OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) | Dapol |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | DCC fitted, with sound |
4D-005-010S View |
Class 59 Aggregate Industries 59002 Alan J Day Diesel Locomotive - DCC Sound | Aggregate Industries |
| OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) | Dapol |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | DCC fitted, with sound |
4D-005-010SSM View |
Class 59 Aggregate Industries 59002 Alan J Day Diesel Locomotive - DCC Sound & Smoke Fitted | Aggregate Industries |