Dapol N Class 87 (2024)
Dave Martin
Model overview
87001 'Stephenson' at Stafford in August 2003. ©Steve Jones
Class 87
Scale: N Gauge
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2024
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 18-pin socket
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2024
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 18-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Door steps Etched horn grille Handrails High intensity headlight Jumper cables Nameplates - etched - require fitting Pantograph - Brecknell Willis high-speed Pantograph - Cross-arm Pantograph platform Pipe work Roof-mounted electrical components Roof-mounted tanks Side grilles (etched) |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) |
Cosmetic coupling Pipework (for front) Pipework (for rear) |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic coupling - hook only Multiple working sockets/ pipes |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed & painted Glazing Window wipers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Battery box Electrical equipment Footsteps Sanding gear |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened Metal-pin point bearings |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Coupling socket/mounting |
NEM pockets |
Coupling type |
N-gauge Arnold-Rapido with NEM socket |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Working cosmetic features |
Pantograph (Unpowered but poseable) |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole supercreep with 2 flywheels |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Directional headlights & tail lights Headlights (independent) Tail lights (independent) |
