Accurascale OO Class 31 (2023)
Model overview
31271 at Derby Etches Park Depot in September 2014. ©Clagmaster
Class 31
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Accurascale - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2023
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Manufacturer: Accurascale - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2023
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Bodyshell
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) |
Class 31 - As built 'Brush Type 2' configuration Class 31 - Bufferbeam - Original Class 31 - Bufferbeam - Refurbished (Cutaway) Class 31 - Cab roof with headcode boxes Class 31 - Cab roof without headcode boxes Class 31/0 Class 31/1 - original Class 31/1 - refurbished Class 31/4 - refurbished |
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Boiler plates Company branding Door steps Exhausts Fan Grill (etched) Fan(s) Handrails Headcode discs High intensity headlight Horn(s) Lamp irons Nameplates - etched - pre-fitted NRN (National Radio Network) Pod Roof railing Side grilles (etched) |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) |
Snow plough |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic screw link coupling Electric train heating box/ pipes Lifeguard Multiple working sockets/ pipes Pipework - pre-fitted to front Pipework - pre-fitted to rear Sprung buffers |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Crew communication doors Crew communication doors (plated over) Detailed & painted Glazing Seating Window wipers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Air tank Battery box Footsteps Fuel tank Pipework Sand boxes Sanding gear |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Heavy 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 |
Secured with one or more screws |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Working cosmetic features |
Rotating fan(s) |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
Provision for dual large speakers |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole with two flywheels |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Cab light Directional headlights & tail lights Headlights (independent) Instrument panel lighting Tail lights (independent) |
Other OO Gauge (1:76 Scale) Class 31 models
DCC compatible but no socket. Pancake motor
