Hornby OO Class 373 'Eurostar' (1997)
Model overview
3214 at Ashford International in June 2011. ©Joshua Brown
Class 373 'Eurostar'
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Hornby - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 1997
DCC Capability: DCC compatible but no socket
Manufacturer: Hornby - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 1997
DCC Capability: DCC compatible but no socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Pantograph - Faiveley Grand Plongeur Unique Roof-mounted electrical components Vestibules |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Front valance |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Glazing Seating Tables Window wipers |
Mechanical
Chassis construction |
Lightweight |
Coupling socket/mounting |
Non-NEM socket |
Coupling type |
Drawbar |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
4 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 compatible but no socket |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Motor location |
1 bogie mounted |
Motor type |
3-pole |
Pickups |
Power Car only |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Directional headlights (no tail lights) |
