DCC Sound Speaker Guide By Loco Class
This page shows our recommend speakers for all the common types of diesel and electric locos. To keep it simple we have listed the best speakers that are easy to fit. They will fit in the space provided and nothing needs to be cut or permanently altered, but you may have to unscrew parts, for example the fans.
Bachmann
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Class |
Speaker |
Notes |
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20 (Plux22 version) |
Remove built in speaker first |
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20 (21 pin version) |
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20 (8 pin version) |
Fit vertically behind the nose |
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24 |
Fits 8 and 21 pin versions, in the latest model, remove the built in speaker |
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25 |
Fits 8 and 21 pin versions, in the latest model, remove the built in speaker |
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37 |
A pair also fits the 21 pin version and sounds louder |
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40 |
A pair also fits and sounds louder |
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| 43 | 25x25x7mm megabass | Remove fan holder |
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44 |
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45 |
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46 |
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47 (8 or 21 pin) |
A pair also fits and sounds louder |
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47 (plux22 version) |
Use built in speaker |
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55 |
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57 |
A pair also fits and sounds louder |
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66 |
A pair also fits and sounds louder |
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70 |
A pair also fits and sounds louder |
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85 |
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Hornby
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Class |
Speaker |
Notes |
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08 |
Fit vertically behind the grill |
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31 |
Fits in front of the fan |
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43 (HST) |
Fit to the back of the body shell, stick to the roof facing down |
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50 |
Fits at the non fan end |
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56 |
Fits at the non fan end |
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60 |
A thinner speaker is needed for early models |
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67 |
Fits over the drive shaft, or you can use two in the tanks if you can solder |
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73 |
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87 |
Fits under the pcb, over the drive shaft |
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91 |
Fits above either bogie, you can also use two |
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92 |
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800 |
Fits in the same space as the decoder |
Heljan
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Class |
Speaker |
Notes |
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15 |
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16 |
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25 |
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26 |
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27 |
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33 |
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35 |
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47 |
Fits over the bogie |
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52 |
Fits over the bogie |
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58 |
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128 |
Fits behind the cab |
Dapol
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Class |
Speaker |
Notes |
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21 |
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22 |
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29 |
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52 |
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68 |
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73 |
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| 121 | 27mm round bass enhanced | Fits above the decoder |
Vitrains
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Class |
Speaker |
Notes |
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37 |
Fits over the bogie |
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47 |
Fits over the bogie |
This is a guide only, we recommend measuring the space available before choosing a speaker. Also make sure the recommended speaker is suitable for your sound decoder. Our recommended speakers are all suitable for Loksound 4, 5 and Zimo sound decoders. Further Info about our speakers can be found here, or you can contact us with any questions.
