Heljan O Catfish ballast hopper (2016)
Model overview
ZEV DB983668 at Duddeston in May 1985. ©Steve Jones
Catfish ballast hopper
Scale: O Gauge (1:43 Scale)
Manufacturer: Heljan - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2016
DCC Capability: Unpowered
Manufacturer: Heljan - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2016
DCC Capability: Unpowered
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Body supports Brake pump Handrails Internal support beams Lamp irons Walking platforms |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Sprung buffers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Brake rigging chassis Footsteps Handbrake wheel/ lever Underframe hopper door(s) |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Compensated axles |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Coupling socket/mounting |
Screw Link Couplings |
Coupling type |
3-link coupling |
Minimum radius |
3ft |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
