Comparison of N 4-4-0 Class V Schools SR models

Dapol N 4-4-0 Class V Schools SR
Manufacturer Dapol
Year model introduced 2016
DCC Capability DCC Ready. 6-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details
Chimney Yes
Drain cocks Yes
Handrails Yes
Injector Yes
Injector pipework Yes
Lamp irons Yes
Nameplates - etched - pre-fitted Yes
Pipe work Yes
Regulator linkage Yes
Reverser Yes
Safety valve Yes
Smoke deflectors Yes
Whistle Yes
Chassis/underframe detail
Brake rigging chassis Yes
Correct-thickness "stamped" rods Yes
Fluted connecting rods with oily finish Yes
Footsteps Yes
Inside valve gear (cosmetic) Yes
Pipework Yes
Sanding gear Yes
Cab, footplate & interior detail
Detailed & painted Yes
Fallplate Yes
Glazing Yes
Tender
Houses digital decoder Yes
Houses PCB Yes
Permanently coupled to locomotive Yes
Tender drive shaft connects to loco driving wheels Yes
Wheel "aesthetics"
Painted Yes
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted)
Cosmetic coupling - hook only Yes
Pipework - pre-fitted to front Yes
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack)
Cosmetic coupling Yes
NEM Couplings Yes
Pipework (for front) Yes
Pipework (for rear) Yes
Mechanical
Body Construction Plastic with metal parts
Chassis construction Diecast
Loco-driven wheels (number of) 4 wheels
Minimum radius Radius 2
Coupling socket/mounting
NEM pockets Yes
Coupling type N-gauge Arnold-Rapido with NEM socket
Weighting (to assist adhesion)
Within chassis Yes
Within tender Yes
Separating the body from the chassis Secured with one or more screws
Electrical
Motor type 5-pole super creep
Motor location Tender
Power collection 2 rail DC
Pickups Driving wheels and tender wheels
DCC speaker No provision for speaker
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