Kato N Freelance Classic Tram/ Streetcar (2023)
Dave Martin
Model overview
Example of a classic tram in Schöneiche bei Berlin, Germany. March 2015 ©smiley.toerist
Freelance Classic Tram/ Streetcar
Scale: N Gauge
Manufacturer: Kato - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2023
DCC Capability: DCC compatible. PCB swap required
Manufacturer: Kato - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2023
DCC Capability: DCC compatible. PCB swap required
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Headlamp Pantograph - Cross-arm Roof-mounted electrical components |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed & painted Glazing Seating |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Framework |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened Metal-pin point bearings |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic |
Chassis construction |
Plastic & metal |
Coupling type |
No couplings |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 1 |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Body clips off from chassis |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Working cosmetic features |
Pantograph (Unpowered but poseable) |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC compatible. PCB swap required |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Motor location |
Low profile mechanism below floor |
Motor type |
Coreless with flywheel |
Pickups |
Power Car only |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Headlamps |
