HM193, July 2023
‘TT:120’ Laser-cut detailing
York Modelmaking has introduced a new dedicated ‘TT:120’ scale range of laser-cut detailing parts.
MARK CHIVERS‘TT:120’ rerailer
Hornby has added this useful rerailer tool to its rapidly expanding ‘TT:120’ range of locomotives, rolling stock and accessories.
MARK CHIVERS3D grids and magnets
West Hill Wagon Works’ extensive range of 3D-printed model railway accessories includes these ‘TT:120’ Automatic Warning System (AWS) magnets and Train Protection Warning System (TPWS) grids.
MARK CHIVERSDig for Victory
If your 1940s layout has houses and gardens in it, the odds are it will have an Anderson shelter amongst the fruit and veg. DAN EVASON unearths a range of techniques to create this fascinating scene.
DAN EVASONLaser-cut Locomotive Storage
WW Scenics has developed a new laser-cut locomotive storage box for ‘OO’ gauge.
MARK CHIVERSKernow’s exclusive ‘O’ gauge CDA China Clay Hopper
New from Kernow Model Rail Centre (KMRC) is this all-new ‘O’ gauge CDA china clay hopper, produced exclusively for the retailer by Dapol.
MARK CHIVERSA4’s in Preservation
It is now 57 years since the last of Sir Nigel Gresley’s famous ‘A4s’ were taken out of service yet six survive, with one still active on the main line. EVAN GREEN-HUGHES looks at the preservation years of what will always be remembered as the ‘Streaks’.
EVAN GREEN-HUGHESHornby’s ‘TT:120’ Gresley ‘A4’ and rolling stock
In our first review of Hornby’s new ‘TT:120’ collection, MIKE WILD inspects the Gresley ‘A4’ 4-6-2, BR Mk 1 coaches and Pullman carriages which are available now for this new scale.
MIKE WILDBuilding a diesel depot Part 4: The ‘Birdcage Bridge’
In the fourth and final feature, MIKE WILD builds PJM Models’ laser-cut GCR ‘Birdcage Bridge’ and explains how it was installed as a scenic break for the Diesel Depot build.
MIKE WILDEight by Four – the new ‘OO’ standard?
If you have the space, increasing the size of your layout by 2ft in length from the standard 6ft x 4ft template can make a huge difference. PAUL LUNN shows some of the possibilities in ‘OO’ gauge.Artwork/photography, Paul Lunn
PAUL LUNN