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VIDEO: Building a Diesel Depot - PART FOUR
Part four of our diesel depot video series is here as we take the layout another step forward with the installation of DCC Concepts ground signals, Layout 4U yard lights and full interior lighting in the main depot buildings to bring the scene to life. Join us for part four today.
MIKE WILD
GCR ‘Birdcage Bridge’ kit available now for 'OO' gauge
Key Publishing and PJM Models have released their second kit – a ‘OO’ gauge laser-cut model of the GCR ‘Birdcage Bridge’ which once crossed the WCML at Rugby. Read the full story here and order online through the Key Model World Shop.
MIKE WILD
Key Publishing launches limited edition Coal Sector Class 31
The Key Publishing Limited Edition collection is expanding with an exclusive model of Coal Sector liveried Class 31 31276 Calder Hall Power Station with Accurascale for ‘OO’ gauge.
MIKE WILD
Deltic Delights
Heljan has received decorated samples of its forthcoming reworked ‘O’ gauge Class 55 Co-Co diesels for assessment.
MARK CHIVERS
Making Tracks 3 commissions exclusive artist illustration
Making Tracks 3 has commissioned illustrator Tom Connell to produce a unique artwork of Milton Keynes Central Station to go with Pete Waterman’s brand-new ‘OO’ gauge layout.
MIKE WILD
Accurascale reveals new batch of Class 37s
Accurascale has revealed details of its second tranche of all-new ‘OO’ gauge Class 37 diesels, which is set to include BR Western Region (WR) centre headcode examples and a further selection of contemporary-era locomotives.
MARK CHIVERS
DIGITAL PROGRESSION
Technology is always on the move and specialist model railway decoder manufacturer ZIMO is no exception. MIKE WILD discovers what this Austrian brand’s latest MS series sound decoders have to offer.
iTRAIN software for model railways
Digital Command Control systems are available in many forms, including the ability for full automation of a layout. One such system is iTrain Layout Control, as MARK CHIVERS explains.
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Latest model railway videos
VIDEO: Building a Diesel Depot - PART FOUR
Part four of our diesel depot video series is here as we take the layout another step forward with the installation of DCC Concepts ground signals, Layout 4U yard lights and full interior lighting in the main depot buildings to bring the scene to life. Join us for part four today.
MIKE WILD
VIDEO: Building a Diesel depot - PART THREE
Part 3 of our Building a Diesel Depot video series is here. In this part we continue by adding the backscenes, building up the ground cover, adding the finer details and introducing the first collection of rolling stock to adorn Natford TMD for its debut at Model Rail Scotland.
MIKE WILD
VIDEO: Making Tracks 3 - March Update
Peter Waterman's Making Tracks 3 ambitious project continues to make progress in preparation for its six week display starting at Chester Cathedral this summer. CHRIS CLENTON brings the story up to date with the latest update and exclusive video from the Making Tracks 3 workshop.
CHRIS CLENTON
Installing digital sound in the Bachmann Double Fairlie
The stunning Bachmann narrow gauge Double Fairlie has been a catalyst for new ‘OO9’ layout projects. JOHN GAY explains how you can upgrade the model to feature both sound and a stay alive for uninterrupted running.
JOHN GAY
Hornby’s ‘J36’ 0-6-0 for OO gauge
The first batch of Hornby’s highly anticipated LNER ‘J36’ 0-6-0s arrived at the end of December. MIKE WILD gives BR liveried 65311 a once over.
MIKE WILD
Bachmann’s Quarry Hunslet for 'OO9' gauge
The tiny and delightful Quarry Hunslet 0-4-0ST is here for ‘OO9’ narrow gauge. MIKE WILD takes a closer look at this diminutive new release.
MIKE WILD
Rapido Trains UK Hunslet 16in 0-6-0ST
Hunslet locomotives are popular subjects, but the 1923-introduced 16in 0-6-0ST has never been available before ready-to-run. MIKE WILD inspects Rapido Trains’ all-new ‘OO’ gauge version.
MIKE WILD
VIDEO: Building a Diesel Depot - PART TWO
Part two of our Building a Diesel Depot video series is here! In this episode we begin the process of scenery with the addition of ballast, hard standing around the depot, the first layers of ground cover and the beginnings of the scenic break. Sign up for a FREE Key Model World account for full access.
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Latest model railway reviews
Kernow delivers ‘O’ gauge LSWR van
We inspect Kernow Model Rail Centre's 'O' gauge ready-to-run model of the LSWR Diagram 1410 box van. Read the full review here.
RICHARD HALL
Dapol’s anchor-mounted tanker arrives for ‘O’ gauge
First announced in November 2020, Dapol’s all-new ‘O’ gauge 14ton anchor-mounted tank wagon is now available. We check out this addition to the manufacturers growing collection of steam era goods wagons.
Revolution Trains 'N' gauge JNA-T box wagons
Reflecting the present-day rail scene, Revolution Trains has delivered a kaleidoscope of colour with its latest ‘N’ gauge project, the MMA-A/JNA-T bogie box wagons. MARK CHIVERS inspects these newly-tooled ‘N’ gauge arrivals.
MARK CHVIERS
Twin Track Sound vent van in ‘OO’ gauge
Digital sound is an enthralling part of the model railway scene and Hornby has sought to bring even more value to ‘OO’ gauge with the introduction of its Twin Track Sound fitted Western Region style ventilated van.
MIKE WILDHornby’s ‘J36’ 0-6-0 for OO gauge
The first batch of Hornby’s highly anticipated LNER ‘J36’ 0-6-0s arrived at the end of December. MIKE WILD gives BR liveried 65311 a once over.
MIKE WILD
EFE Rail’s LSWR Cross-Country Coaches
EFE Rail has added a new set of 'OO' gauge LSWR coaches to its range. MARK CHIVERS inspects these latest arrivals.
MARK CHIVERSBachmann’s Quarry Hunslet for 'OO9' gauge
The tiny and delightful Quarry Hunslet 0-4-0ST is here for ‘OO9’ narrow gauge. MIKE WILD takes a closer look at this diminutive new release.
MIKE WILDRapido Trains UK Hunslet 16in 0-6-0ST
Hunslet locomotives are popular subjects, but the 1923-introduced 16in 0-6-0ST has never been available before ready-to-run. MIKE WILD inspects Rapido Trains’ all-new ‘OO’ gauge version.
MIKE WILDClick here to read our full collection of model railway product reviews.