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4wDM Ruston 88DS shunter

Hornby OO 4wDM Ruston 88DS shunter (2023)

Model overview

No. 299107 at Pentregwenlais Works, Carmarthen in November 1969. ©Hugh Llewelyn
4wDM Ruston 88DS shunter

Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Hornby - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2023
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 6-pin socket

Detailing

Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details

Etched Radiator Grille
Exhausts
Handrails
Headlamp
Horn(s)
Lamp irons
Panel cover handles

Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted)

Cosmetic coupling - hook only
Lifeguard

Cab, footplate & interior detail

Detailed & painted
Glazing

Chassis/underframe detail

Footsteps
Sanding gear

Wheel "aesthetics"

Chemically-blackened
Metal-pin point bearings
Painted

Mechanical

Body Construction

Partial diecast with plastic parts

Chassis construction

Diecast

Coupling socket/mounting

NEM pockets

Coupling type

Tension lock

Loco-driven wheels (number of)

4 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 Ready. 6-pin socket

DCC speaker

No provision for speaker

Motor location

End of chassis

Motor type

3-pole with flywheel

Pickups

All wheels

Power collection

2 rail DC

Liveries manufactured

NBR - North British Railway 1844 - 1922

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BR green with late crest 1957 - 1972

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BR blue 1965 - 1990

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Private Owner

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Products awaiting categorisation

Scale	Brand	Construction Type	DCC Capability	Product Code	Product Title	Livery
OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)	Hornby	RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled	Not set	R30014 View	GWR Ruston and Hornsby 88DS 0-4-0 D1 Diesel Locomotive	Awaiting Categorisation
OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)	Hornby	RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled	Not set	R30015 View	WM JEA Ruston & Hornsby 88DS 0-4-0 No.1 Steam Locomotive	Awaiting Categorisation
OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)	Hornby	RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled	Not set	R30017 View	BR Ruston and Hornsby 88DS 0-4-0 D2959 Diesel Locomotive	Awaiting Categorisation