Heljan OO HS4000 prototype 'Kestrel' (2009)
Model overview
HS4000 at Barrow Hill in September 1971. ©Phil Sangwell
HS4000 prototype 'Kestrel'
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Heljan - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2009
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 8-pin socket
Manufacturer: Heljan - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2009
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 8-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Door steps Handrails Headlamp Horn(s) Roof grilles |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic screw link coupling Pipework - pre-fitted to front Pipework - pre-fitted to rear Sprung buffers |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed & painted Glazing Seating Window wipers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Battery box Footsteps Fuel tank Pipework Sand boxes Sanding gear |
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 |
Secured with one or more screws |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 8-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
Provision for 28mm round speaker |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole with two flywheels |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Directional headlights & tail lights |
