Heljan samples in close up

Heljan has received a number of new samples of forthcoming 'OO' and 'O' gauge models. We take a closer look at the GWR railcar, Class 25 and Class 86 for 'OO' and as well at the GWR railcar for 'O' gauge and more in this exclusive online photo feature.

Heljan's new 'OO' and 'O' gauge models of the GWR AEC railcars are in production now and are expected to be released in November/December. Both scales will see the GWR railcar delivered in six liveries consisting of GWR chocolate and cream with a white roof, GWR chocolate and cream with a grey roof, BR carmine and cream with a grey roof and white cab roofs, BR carmine and cream with a grey roof, BR green with a grey roof and white cab roofs and BR green with a grey roof. Prices are set at £189 for 'OO' models and £549 for 'O' gauge versions. Both will use a 21-pin decoder and feature separate control for lighting for both analogue and digital operation.

Railcars

Above: Heljan is producing the GWR AEC railcars for 'OO' and 'O' gauge. Both are due for release before the end of 2020.

Railcars

Above: There are six liveries available in each scale covering GWR and BR era vehicles. These are the 'OO' versions.

Railcars

Above: Detail differences have been accounted for between early and late period models inc…

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