Bachmann
Bachmann Europe is the British based arm of America's Bachmann Trains. The Bachmann Europe portfolio creates ready-to-run locomotives and rolling stock for 'OO' gauge, 'OO9' gauge and 'N' gauge as well as accessories and figures for 'OO', 'N', 'OO9', 'O', 16mm scale and G scale. Its range includes Bachmann Branchline for 'OO', Graham Farish for 'N' gauge, Scenecraft for buildings and accessories plus it is the UK distributor for model railway brand EFE Rail, Proses modelling tools, Woodland Scenics and Pocketbond Classix as well as the European distributor for Lilliput 'HO' and 'HOe' overseas models. Read our full collection of Bachmann news, features and reviews here.
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Hornby Magazine October 2021
Welcome to the latest issue of Hornby Magazine - HM172, October 2021. Highlights of this issue include three stunning layouts in 'OO' and 'N' gauge, the latest model reviews, the chance to win the ultimate Great Electric Train Show experience, practical modelling guides, the launch of the 2021 Hornby Magazine Model Railway Awards voting and more. Read the full magazine in PDF format here and check out our latest video content in the Video Features section from Thursday September 2.
Northern Rail ‘150’
The Class 150/2 two-car DMU is back in stock with Bachmann retailers with the arrival of two new livery variations –a GWR green set finished as 150216 and Northern liveried unit 150220 as illustrated by our sample model.
Bachmann steel bodied BOGIE THIRD COACH
NEW to Bachmann’s ‘OO9’ narrow gauge collection is this steel bodied bogie third coach.
Five new Class 47s head Bachmann's autumn line-up
Five all-new ‘OO’ gauge BR Class 47 Co-Co diesels have been added to Bachmann's release schedule for this autumn.
Bachmann unveils all-new ‘OO’ Class 47
Bachmann has unveiled an all-new ‘OO’ gauge Brush Type 4 (BR Class 47) Co-Co diesel for its Branchline range. Read the full story here and watch Bachmann's launch video.
VIDEO: Bachmann Class 57 sound demonstration
The Class 57 is an important part of the modern railway scene and one stands out from the crowd – 57307 Lady Penelope in its Cable Thieves-branded DRS livery. MIKE WILD and RICHARD WATSON discuss this Bachmann Collectors Club limited edition after it's sound installation.
Hawksworth ‘Hall’ sound
The arrival of a new batch of GWR ‘Modified Hall’ 4-6-0s from Bachmann for ‘OO’ gauge prompted MIKE WILD to take a fresh look at the model’s potential for sound. In this step by step guide, we install a ZIMO decoder and powerful speaker for a realistic and immersive driving experience.
VIDEO: Bachmann’s all-new Sulzer Type 2
The Derby Sulzer Type 2 Bo-Bo diesels are proving to be popular subjects with another brand-new entrant to the market from Bachmann. Join MIKE WILD and Richard Watson for a closer look in this video.
VIDEO: TMC 24.5ton mineral wagons
In the latest issue of Hornby Magazine (HM170) we review TMC's latest exclusive ready-to-run 'OO' gauge model - the BR 24.5ton mineral wagon. In this video feature Mark and Mike meet in the workshop to discuss this new arrival.
Bachmann’s all-new Sulzer Type 2
The Derby Sulzer Type 2 Bo-Bo diesels are proving to be popular subjects with another brand-new entrant to the market from Bachmann. MIKE WILD runs the rule over the latest model of the original condition Class 24.