Minitrix N Class 47 (1982)
Dave Martin
Model overview
47474 at Birmingham New Street in April 1987. ©Steve Jones
Class 47
Scale: N Gauge
Manufacturer: Minitrix - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 1982
DCC Capability: DCC compatible but no socket. Complete rewire required - N
Manufacturer: Minitrix - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 1982
DCC Capability: DCC compatible but no socket. Complete rewire required - N
Bodyshell
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) |
Class 47 - Bufferbeam (As-built Cowling) Class 47 - Headcodes (4-character/ Domino) Class 47 - Headcodes (Plated) Class 47 - Roof Grilles (Revised) Class 47 - Underframe (Original) |
Detailing
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Glazing |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Fuel tank |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Nickel-plated Traction tyres |
Mechanical
Chassis construction |
Plastic & metal |
Coupling socket/mounting |
Fixed |
Coupling type |
N-gauge standard Arnold-Rapido |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 1 |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC compatible but no socket. Complete rewire required - N |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
3-pole |
Pickups |
4 out of 6 axles |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Directional headlights & tail lights |
Other N Gauge Class 47 models
Products awaiting categorisation
| Scale | Brand | Image | Construction Type | DCC Capability | Product Code | Product Title | Livery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N Gauge | Minitrix |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | Unpowered |
12966 View |
Class 47 47170 'County of Norfolk' | Awaiting Categorisation |
| N Gauge | Minitrix |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | Unpowered |
KB2496 View |
Class 47 47356 in Railfreight grey - Farish body on Minitrix chassis - weathered | Awaiting Categorisation |