Dapol OO Class 323 (2025)
Dave Martin
Model overview
323239 at Crewe in September 2010. ©Steve Jones
Class 323
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2025
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. PLuX22 socket
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2025
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. PLuX22 socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Door interlock lights Gangway corridor connectors Handrails Pantograph - Brecknell Willis high-speed Roof-mounted electrical components Vents |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic BSI coupling Front valance |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed & painted Glazing Seating Toilet facilities Window wipers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Air conditioning unit Air tank Electrical equipment Footsteps |
Detail pack also contains... |
Additional destination blind labels |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened Metal-pin point bearings Painted |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Plastic & metal |
Coupling socket/mounting |
Conductive couplings |
Coupling type |
Proprietary coupling between cars. It is possible to couple units in multiple. |
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. PLuX22 socket |
DCC speaker |
Pre-fitted with dual speakers |
Motor location |
Low profile mechanism below floor |
Motor type |
5-pole with two flywheels |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Cab light Directional headlights & tail lights Door locking lights Headlights (independent) Interior lighting Tail lights (independent) |
