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Bachmann’s Billinton ‘E4’ 0-6-2T for 'OO' gauge

MIKE WILD

The Billinton ‘E4’ 0-6-2Ts were introduced in the Victorian era yet their outward appearance is much more modern at first glance. MIKE WILD takes a closer look this Bachmann’s ‘OO’ ready-to-run model.

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West Coast relay room expands exclusive laser-cut collection

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PJM Models’ laser-cut ‘OO’ scale kit for a West Coast Main Line relay room is the latest product to join the Key Publishing Exclusives collection.

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How to install DCC Concepts Powerbase on gradients

MIKE WILD

Gradients have always posed a problem to model railway builders. MIKE WILD tackles the subject using DCC Concepts Powerbase equipment to install two gradients on our much modified ‘N’ gauge office test track, with impressive results.

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Bachmann’s ‘64XX’ for 'OO' gauge

MIKE WILD

Is it just another ‘Pannier’ or something totally different? MIKE WILD runs the rule over Bachmann’s ‘OO’ gauge model of the GWR ‘64XX’ 0-6-0PT.

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Three new layouts revealed for the Great Electric Train Show

MIKE WILD

Three new layouts have been revealed for the 2023 Great Electric Train Show line up covering ‘N’ and ‘OO’ subjects.

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Little Loco Company Class 15 for 'O' gauge

MIKE WILD

The Little Loco Company launched its 'O' gauge Class 15 in January 2017 and now it is set for a new lease of life with EFE Rail. MIKE WILD gives this impressive model of the BTH Type 1 the once over.

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Minerva’s second ‘Victory’

MIKE WILD

A relatively new name in ready-to-run ‘O’ gauge, Minerva Model Railways made its debut in December 2015 with the Peckett ‘E’ 0-4-0ST and its second locomotive was the utilitarian ‘Victory’ 0-6-0T. MIKE WILD takes a closer look at this 0-6-0T.

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How to install Hornby Triplex sound in the Class 56

MIKE WILD

A new breed of Bluetooth sound chip is here with the arrival of Hornby’s Triplex Sound decoders. MIKE WILD installs the 8-pin variant in a Hornby Class 56 and explains the set up process step by step.

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VIDEO: Key Model World TV Show, May 2023

MIKE WILD

Join Mike and Mark in the workshop for the latest edition of the Key Model World TV Show from 7pm tonight. In this edition we go on tour to see Malcolm Rochford's brilliant home-based model of Kirkby Stephen West in 'OO' gauge. Plus we have our video review of the all-new Accurascale Class 37/4s for 'OO' gauge and Mike and Mark talk through the Bachmann summer 2023 announcements and prepare their shopping lists.

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VIDEO: Sonic Models reveals 'OO' gauge VIX Ferry Van

MIKE WILD

Sonic Models has produced an all-new model of the BR VIX Ferry Van for 'OO' gauge. We reveal the new model in our exclusive launch video and you can read the full story here.

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