Hornby OO 4wDM Ruston 48DS shunter (2019)
Dave Martin
Model overview
458957 at Bridge of Dun on the Caledonian Railway in March 2019. ©Richard Birse
4wDM Ruston 48DS shunter
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Hornby - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2019
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 6-pin socket
Manufacturer: Hornby - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2019
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 6-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Coupling cover panel Handrails Lamp irons |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic coupling - hook only Sprung buffers |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Glazing |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Footsteps Sanding gear |
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 |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 6-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Motor location |
Locomotive |
Motor type |
3-pole |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
