Decoder fitting (to 48DS loco plus flatbed wagon)

[JsionyRN]

Could some point me in the right direction where I could find the service sheet for Hornby R3853

Regards jsiony RN and a happy new year.

Mod note - title amended to aid future search.

[Going Spare]

The sheet is No. 447, downloadable via the Useful Links sticky post at the top of the General Discussion section.

[Howbi]

If you are looking to open it up to fit a decoder then you will find the answer on the instruction sheet that comes with the loco.

[Chrissaf]

R3853 is a 48DS loco plus flatbed wagon.

There are loads of threads and posts on this forum with regard which direct fit 6 pin decoders are suitable for this model, not all are apparantly.

[ColinB]

I don't have one of these so I can only guess. In the Terrier I used a Zimo MX616 which is really small, but if it is like the Rocket where the decoder wraps above the socket then a 6 pin leaded Zimo MX617 will probably do. These decoders have a maximum current of 0.8 amps compared to 0.5 amps for a Hornby equivalent, so if they are like most Hornby 0-4-0 locos, are better suited.

[Chrissaf]

The 48DS is nothing like a normal 0-4-0. It will not accept any form of harness decoder, it has to be a direct fit one due to the tiny small design. Granted the Rocket was similarly sized, but the Rocket had a harness suitable design due to the barrel. The 48DS recess where the direct fit 6 pin decoder is inerted is very tight and it has been commented on this forum that some direct fit 6 pin decoders are bigger than others and will not fit in the space provided.

[ColinB]

I did say I didn't have one, so in that case pay the money and use the Zimo MX616. If that doesn't fit, I doubt anyone will.