Dapol OO Class 73 'Electro-Diesel' (2016)
Dave Martin
Model overview
73122 at Bournemouth in October 1987. ©Phil Richards
Class 73 'Electro-Diesel'
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2016
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2016
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Bodyshell
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) |
Class 73/0 Class 73/1 & 73/2 |
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Door handles Fan Grill (etched) Fan(s) Handrails Horn(s) Jumper cables Lamp irons Nameplates - etched - require fitting Representation of internal equipment (behind grilles) Side grilles (etched) |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) |
Pipework (for front) Pipework (for rear) Snow plough |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic coupling - hook only Sprung buffers |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed & painted Glazing Seating Window wipers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
3rd rail pick-up shoe Air tank Battery box Fuel tank Pipework Sanding gear Speedometer cable |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Coupling socket/mounting |
NEM pockets |
Coupling type |
Tension lock |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Use plastic card (credit card format ideal) to slide between lower body and chassis, then undo lugs |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
Provision for a 22x58mm rectangular speaker |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole supercreep with 2 flywheels |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Cab light Directional headlights & tail lights Illuminated headcodes |
Other OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) Class 73 'Electro-Diesel' models
Products awaiting categorisation
| Scale | Brand | Image | Construction Type | DCC Capability | Product Code | Product Title | Livery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) | Dapol |
|
RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | DCC fitted, with sound |
DAGM100S View |
Class 73 73101 'The Royal Alex' in Pullman Umber & Cream - DCC Sound Fitted - Special edition for Gaugemaster | Awaiting Categorisation |