Hornby Dublo OO Class 81 (1964)
Dave Martin
Model overview
81008 at Stafford in April 1987. ©Steve Jones
Class 81
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Hornby Dublo - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 1964
DCC Capability: DCC incompatible
Manufacturer: Hornby Dublo - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 1964
DCC Capability: DCC incompatible
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Pantograph - Stone Faiveley AMBR |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Glazing |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Nickel-plated Traction tyres |
Mechanical
Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Coupling socket/mounting |
Fixed |
Coupling type |
Peco style |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
4 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 1 |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Working cosmetic features |
Pantograph (collects DC current from catenary) |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC incompatible |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Motor location |
1 bogie mounted |
Motor type |
Ringfield |
Pickups |
Unpowered bogie only |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
