Hornby Magazine | February 2022

The February 2022 issue of Hornby Magazine (HM176) is available now. You can read the full issue in page-turning PDF format or as individual features re-edited to suit the digital world. Indulge in the latest layout features and exclusive online videos, browse new releases in the News and Reviews, discover the secrets of railway modelling through our step by step guides and much more.

HM176, February 2022

Gaugemaster bins and grit boxes Review Premium

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.

Westhill Wagon Works Solder Mate Review Premium

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.

Westhill Wagon Works back-to-back gauge Review Premium

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 Siphon G News Premium

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 O gauge Class 37 News Premium

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.