Rapido Trains UK OO 0-6-0ST Hunslet 16" (2023)
Dave Martin
Model overview
No.3 'Holly Bank' at the Chasewater Railway in March 2012. ©George Denscombe
0-6-0ST Hunslet 16"
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Rapido Trains UK - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2023
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 18-pin socket
Manufacturer: Rapido Trains UK - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2023
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 18-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Chimney Handrails Lamp irons Lubricator mechanism Pipe work Regulator linkage Reverser Safety valve Smokebox door dart Water tank caps Whistle |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic coupling - hook only Lifeguard Sprung buffers |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed & painted Glazing |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Correct-thickness "stamped" rods Fluted connecting rods with oily finish Footsteps Sand boxes Sanding gear |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened 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) |
6 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. 18-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown) |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole with flywheel |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Other OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) 0-6-0ST Hunslet 16" models
Products awaiting categorisation
| Scale | Brand | Image | Construction Type | DCC Capability | Product Code | Product Title | Livery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) | Rapido Trains UK |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
903013SR View |
16 Hunslet Beatrice Lined Green No. 2705 (as preserved at Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway) - Steam Tank Locomotive (DCC Ready) | Private Owner |
| OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) | Rapido Trains UK |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
903014SR View |
16” Hunslet Clement, NCB Brodsworth Colliery black with yellow stripes, No. 1983 - Steam Tank Locomotive (DCC Ready) | Private Owner |
| OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) | Rapido Trains UK |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
903015SR View |
16” Hunslet No. 4, Glasshoughton Colliery Lined Green, Stovepipe Chimney, No. 3855 (DCC Ready) | Private Owner |
| OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) | Rapido Trains UK |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
903016SR View |
16” Hunslet John Shaw, NCB South Kirkby Colliery lined green, No. 2375 - Steam Tank Locomotive (DCC Ready) | Private Owner |
| OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) | Rapido Trains UK |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
903017SR View |
16” Hunslet Primrose No. 2, NCB red with stovepipe chimney, No. 3715 (as preserved at Embsay in the 1970s) - Steam Tank Locomotive (DCC Ready) | Private Owner |