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Accurascale FNA-D nuclear flask wagon for 'OO' gauge
These distinctive wagons are now with retailers - but do they make MARK CHIVERS go nuclear with delight?
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Heljan reveals 'O' Class 153 railcar
Heljan has revealed that it is developing an all-new ‘O’ gauge Class 153 single-coach railcar, with the project already at the Engineering Prototype (EP) stage of the process.
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Rapido Trains’ SECR Six-Wheel Brake Vans
These distinctive and important vehicles are now available. MARK CHIVERS puts Rapido’s new ‘OO’ gauge model under the microscope.
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New Accurascale exclusive Class 66 revealed
Accurascale has revealed the latest all-new ‘OO’ gauge Class 66 diesel to be added to its initial batch of releases.
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Revolution reveals IHA steel carrier in ‘N’ and ‘OO’
Revolution Trains is to produce all-new IHA steel carrier wagons in ‘N’ and ‘OO’ gauge modelling the French built wagons ready-to-run for the first time.
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Latest Genesis deco samples arrive
Decorated samples of Hattons Originals’ next batch of ‘OO’ gauge Genesis four and six wheel coaches have arrived with the development team for assessment.
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WIN! A digital sound-fitted Accurascale ‘OO’ gauge Class 37/0 Co-Co diesel, worth £259.99
Hornby Magazine is offering the chance to win one of Accurascale’s new sound-fitted ‘OO’ gauge BR Class 37/0 Co-Co diesels, worth £260. The closing date for entries is 5pm GMT on September 25 2023.
UPDATED: Bachmann reveals autumn 2023 British Railway Announcements
Bachmann has revealed its Autumn 2023 British Railway Announcements with a raft of newly-tooled models across its 'OO', 'N' and 'OO9' ranges, including new tooling and fresh identities for existing models.
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VIDEO: Bachmann 2-HAP EMU for 'OO'
Bachmann's new 'OO' gauge model of the Class 414 2-HAP EMU arrived in the Hornby Magazine office for review and you read our full verdict in the November 2020 issue (HM161). Join us here to see the sample in action on our test track.
VIDEO: Cavalex Models BBA
Cavalex Models has released its second 'OO' gauge ready-to-run model - the BBA steel flat. Watch a selection of samples in action on our test track here and read the full review in HM161 - on sale now.
VIDEO: IRM 42ft container flats
In the latest issue of Hornby Magazine we feature Irish Railways Model's new 42ft container flats for 'OO' gauge in the reviews. Join us here to see a selection of wagons in action on the Hornby Magazine test track running behind a Murphy Models 071.
VIDEO: Isinglass Model's 'Quad-Art' carriages
In the latest issue of Hornby Magazine we show how to build Isinglass Models LNER all-third 'Quad-Art' articulated carriages for 'OO'. Join Mike Wild in this video to watch them running on our test track.
VIDEO: The Petrol Electric Autocar
Rails of Sheffield and the Electric Autocar Trust invited Hornby Magazine to join them at the Embsay and Bolton Abbey Railway to see the latest sample of the Rails/Heljan 'OO' gauge model and find out more about the real vehicle. Subscribers can watch the section on the Autocar from our YouTube Hornby Magazine Show here and view exclusive images of the model.
VIDEO: Bachmann Product Update
Bachmann's Richard Proudman joins Hornby Magazine for an update on the manufacturer's Bachmann Branchline, Graham Farish and EFE Rail brands. Watch the video here.
VIDEO: Hatton's Project Genesis carriages
Hatton's has received the engineering samples of its new range of four and six-wheel carriages for 'OO' gauge. Join Mike Wild to see these coaches in more detail with photographs from our studio and a featured video showing them in action.
VIDEO: Hornby Magazine Workshop tour
Join Hornby Magazine’s Mike Wild for a behind the scenes tour at our workshop and an exclusive first look at our latest layout project which is in development now!
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Latest model railway reviews
Oxford Diecast Jaguar I Pace
A recent addition to the Oxford Diecast range is this 1:76 scale Jaguar Land Rover I Pace batteryelectric SUV.
3D-printed rail staff
New from Modelu are these 3D-printed railway staff, including signalmen and guards in a selection of poses.
Bespoke station signs
Pacific Models has broadened its bespoke station signage service to incorporate 2mm, 3mm and 7mm scales in addition to its existing 4mm service, with your choice of name and railway company/ region, including modern era examples.
Laser-cut BRUTES
Scale Model Scenery’s (SMS) 4mm scale range of laser-cut scenic accessories now includes a pack of British Rail’s Universal Trolley Equipment (BRUTEs).
Oxford Diecast Scooter
New from Oxford Diecast is this super little 1:76 scale pale blue and white scooter which is reminiscent of the full-size prototypes popular in the 1960s.
Eastern Region destination boards
Sankey Scenics has expanded its range of 4mm scale coach destination boards with a selection of more than 50 new packs for London and North Eastern Railway (LNER) and BR Eastern Region (BR) services.
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.
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