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Sonic Models GCR ‘A5’ 4-6-2T debuts for OO gauge

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A new name in ‘OO’ gauge ready-to-run has delivered its first ready-to-run locomotive – the Great Central Railway ‘A5’ 4-6-2T. MIKE WILD takes a closer look at this enticing new addition for Eastern Region modellers.

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Hornby’s bow-end suburban stock debuts

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Hornby has been providing top quality passenger rolling stock for over a decade now. We inspect Hornby's bow-end suburban coaches for 'OO' gauge. 

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FIRST LOOK: Hornby launches Bluetooth HM DCC and Triplex Sound

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The world of digital is about to be turned on its head with the arrival of Hornby’s new HM DCC Bluetooth control system. MIKE WILD gets to grips with this new way to control your trains and assesses its value.

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VIDEO: Building a Diesel Depot - PART FOUR

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Part four of our diesel depot video series is here as we take the layout another step forward with the installation of DCC Concepts ground signals, Layout 4U yard lights and full interior lighting in the main depot buildings to bring the scene to life. Join us for part four today.

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GCR ‘Birdcage Bridge’ kit available now for 'OO' gauge

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Key Publishing and PJM Models have released their second kit – a ‘OO’ gauge laser-cut model of the GCR ‘Birdcage Bridge’ which once crossed the WCML at Rugby. Read the full story here and order online through the Key Model World Shop.

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Making Tracks 3 commissions exclusive artist illustration

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Making Tracks 3 has commissioned illustrator Tom Connell to produce a unique artwork of Milton Keynes Central Station to go with Pete Waterman’s brand-new ‘OO’ gauge layout.

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New layouts revealed for GETS 2023

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Five new layouts have been revealed for the 2023 Great Electric Train Show as Accurascale and West Hill Wagon Works join as sponsors.

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BUILDING A DIESEL DEPOT - THE DEPOT KITS

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In the second part of our series on construction of Natford TMD, MIKE WILD explains how Key Publishing’s exclusive laser-cut four-road sheds were built and painted to create a centrepiece for the scene.

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Twin Track Sound vent van in ‘OO’ gauge

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Digital sound is an enthralling part of the model railway scene and Hornby has sought to bring even more value to ‘OO’ gauge with the introduction of its Twin Track Sound fitted Western Region style ventilated van.

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Billingham – the 1950s in the North East

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BILL STEPHENSON describes the Middlesbrough MRC’s ‘OO’ gauge exhibition layout depicting Billingham station and its approaches from 1955 to 1963. Photography, Mike Wild.

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