HM176, February 2022
Bins and grit boxes
Gaugemaster has added a selection of new 3D-printed scenic accessories to its 4mm scale Structures and 2mm scale Kestrel ranges.
3D Solder Mate
West Hill Wagon Works has added a selection of useful modelling aids to its range of 3D-printed accessories and scenic detailing.
3D-printed back-to-back gauge
West Hill Wagon Works’ range of modelling aids includes these useful 3D-printed ‘OO’ gauge back-to-back wheel gauges.
Accurascale shows decorated 'Manors'
The first factory decorated samples of Accurascale's in-development model of the Great Western Railway 'Manor' 4-6-0s have been revealed modelling 7808 Cookham Manor in GWR Shirtbutton green and 7812 Earlstoke Manor in BR lined green with late crests.
Accurascale reveals 'OO' Siphon G
Paul Isles, Project Manager at Accurascale UK joins Mike Wild in the Hornby Magazine workshop to reveal the manufacturers latest 'OO' gauge project - the GWR Siphon G milk and parcels van.
Order books open for Rapido
Orders are now open for Rapido Trains’ The Titfield Thunderbolt models as seen in the film and standalone versions of Lion and the Loriot Y wagon in their historical liveries.
Weathered 'Turbots' land
Kernow Model Rail Centre has taken delivery of its latest batch of weathered 'OO' gauge YCV 'Turbot' bogie ballast/spoil wagons.
Britain's Largest Model Railway
Check out Britain's largest model railway, at nearly 200ft x 50ft, the model is based on Heaton Lodge Junction. Find out about its exhibition here.
Heljan launches 2022 catalogue
FREE ACCESS TO HELJAN'S CATALOGUE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: Heljan has launched its new 2022 catalogue with four all-new models added to the range, tooling modifications and upgrades to others, plus reintroductions and new identities on existing ‘OO’ and 'O’ gauge products. Read our full report here.
‘OO’ Gunpowder Vans in production
Production of Rapido Trains’ all-new ‘OO’ gauge Gunpowder Vans (GPVs) is under way.
‘OO’ Hunslet 16in 0-6-0ST surfaces
Rapido Trains UK’s all-new ‘OO’ gauge Hunslet 16in 0-6-0ST is edging closer with a hand-decorated sample appearing in early December.
Revolution Trains picks Clayton Class 18 for 'OO'
Revolution Trains has revealed that its new 'OO' gauge ready-to-run locomotive will be the brand new Clayton Equipment built CBD90 Class 18 battery hybrid shunting locomotive. Release is expected in the fourth quarter of 2022.