Last Updated: 9 June 2025

Is Graham Farish Class 158 158816 (371-850A) DCC Ready?

This loco is DCC ready

It is usually just a matter of removing the body and plugging a 6-pin or Next18 decoder into the factory-fitted socket. We can also supply decoders and fit them for you, quickly and cheaply.

Check out our Price List for 'DCC Ready' fitting services in the 'DCC Conversion' section. These models are also often good candidates for DCC Sound Conversion.


Model

Manufacturer Graham Farish
Catalogue Number 371-850A
Model Year Introduced
Catalogue Page(s) Bachmann 2023 (13)
Running Number 158816
Name
Operator Regional Railways
Livery Blue & Grey
Scale N
DCC Ready (Next18)
Directional Lighting Yes
Finish Pristine
Length 315 mm
Min. Curve 2nd Radius (265mm) +
Details Two-Car Unit comprising car Nos. 52816 & 57816

Prototype

Class Class 158
Traction Diesel Multiple Unit
Year(s) Built 1989-1992
Total Produced 182
Transmission Hydraulic