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XP64 Class 47 for Bachmann Collectors Club

A striking ‘N’ gauge experimental liveried Class 47 is now available exclusively to Bachmann Collectors Club members. BEN CHURCH checks over this colourful addition to the collection.

Sonic Models announces second 'OO' gauge ‘A5’ run

Sonic Models has announced a second production run of the Great Central Railway (GCR) ‘A5’ 4-6-2T in ‘OO’ gauge.

Oxford Rail ‘J26’ edges closer

Oxford Rail has released pre production samples of its forthcoming J26 0-6-0 for ‘OO’ gauge.

SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEW: Hornby Hobbies future Feature Premium

SPOTLIGHT: Hornby Hobbies interview

With a raft of exciting new releases planned across two scales, Hornby’s Martyn Weaver and Carl Hart talk to MARK CHIVERS about the famous manufacturer’s ambitions and aspirations. Read the full interview here and watch our full video interview, available exclusively to Key Model World Premium Subscribers.

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Nafferton

Summer Saturdays on Yorkshire’s East Coast in the 1960s are the theme behind this marvellously realistic ‘O’ gauge layout. DAVID WELLINGTON explains how it was built – and the trains that run on it.

Revolution goes gold with Drax IIA-D hopper

Revolution Trains is producing a new ‘N’ gauge model of the unique gold coloured Drax IIA-D biomass hopper.

VIDEO: The £500 Layout Challenge | Part Four

The fourth and final part of our £500 Layout Challenge series is here. Can the team deliver a working and scenic model railway for £500 or less? Sign in or sign up now to watch the fourth part of our new series to find out.

GWR M3/M4 Shunter’s trucks in ‘O’ next for Dapol

Dapol has announced an all-new 7mm scale model of the Great Western Railway (GWR) M3/M4 Shunter’s trucks as it's next 'O' gauge project.

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SERIES 7, EP3: Making Tracks 3 - On Show

Part 3 of our Making Tracks 3 video series is here. Join us as we follow the installation process at Chester Cathedral and it operation across the summer. Watch the trailer for FREE and sign up for a Premium subscriber account to gain full access to the 50 minutes feature video.

Hornby HST with Bluetooth Triplex Sound Feature Premium

VIDEO: TXS 21-pin Installation Hornby HST Power Cars

The latest generation Hornby Class 43 High Speed Train power cars set out to make sound installation simple. MIKE WILD adds a pair of TXS 21-pin chips to EMT liveried 43049 and 43060 and demonstrates the finished models on video.

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Graham Farish's all-new Class 158

These stylish DMUs are the subject of an all-new ‘N’ gauge model. MARK CHIVERS assesses its execution and running qualities.

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Titfield Thunderbolt Deluxe train pack

70 years since the film first debuted, Rapido Trains UK’s eagerly-awaited Titfield Thunderbolt train packs representing the iconic 1953 Ealing comedy have arrived.

Hornby BR 2MT 2-6-0 for OO gauge Review Premium

The Hornby BR '2MT' 2-6-0 for 'OO' gauge

Hornby’s all-new model of the BR ‘2MT’ 2-6-0 has been a long time coming for ‘OO’ gauge, but it has now arrived with retailers. Mike Wild takes a closer look at BR lined black 78047.

SERIES 7, EPISODE 2: Making Tracks 3 - Construction

In part two of our new video series we focus on construction of the layout at the Making Tracks Workshop as Pete and the team take on the challenges of building a scale model of a real station in the present day. Sign up for a FREE member account today to watch Part Two exclusively on Key Model World.

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Gonerby - a freight depot in the diesel era

The atmosphere of a 1980s freight terminal and depot was what KEVIN CRANE wanted to recapture, done to brilliant effect in ‘OO’ gauge. Read the full feature and watch our exclusive layout tour video here.

NEW SERIES: Making Tracks 3 - On Location

In this brand-new Key Model World video series we go behind the scenes to reveal the construction process of Making Tracks 3 from Pete Waterman and the Railnuts leading to the 152ft long Grand Challenge layout at the 2023 Great Electric Train Show. Join us for Part One as we go on location at Milton Keynes Central station.

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Latest model railway reviews

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RailRoad Class 101 returns

Hornby’s enduring Class 101 DMU is back, offering an important train for BR era modellers. BEN CHURCH sees if it stands up to present-day scrutiny.

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3D Printed Rabbits

Hop to it with this pack of 3D-printed 4mm scale rabbits from West Hill Wagon Works, providing plenty of choice when it comes to incorporating these fluffy animals into a scene.

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Ruston 88DS goes green

More livery variations of Hornby’s petite ‘OO’ gauge Ruston & Hornsby 88DS shunters (HM201) are now available, with the British Railways green example arriving for review.

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West Hill ‘Deltic’ Power Plant

British Rail’s legendary Class 55 ‘Deltic’ diesel locomotives gained their distinctive nickname from their twin Napier ‘Deltic’ engines which West Hill Wagon Works has recreated in detail for ‘OO’ gauge.

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Collectors Club Class 90

Bachmann Collectors Club members can now acquire this striking ‘OO’ gauge Class 90 Bo-Bo electric. MARK CHIVERS finds out whether it ‘sparks’ his admiration.

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Heljan’s all-new Brush Type 4 for ‘OO’ gauge

The long-lived and versatile Class 47s are a popular choice for ready-to-run models with a wide range of colour schemes. Heljan has delivered its brand-new offering for ‘OO’ gauge - MIKE WILD finds out how it measures up.

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Diesel Fuelling Point

This diesel fuelling point from West Hill Wagon Works, offers a simple way to easily incorporate an important – and distinctive – scene into a modern-era layout.

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OO Works Aspinall Class 27 0-6-0

New to the OO Works range of handmade ready-to-run ‘OO’ gauge locomotives is the London Midland & Scottish Railway (ex-Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway) Aspinall Class 27 0-6-0.

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