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2023 New Model Guide: Narrow gauge
The world of narrow gauge modelling has expanded rapidly over the past 18 months with the arrival of significant locomotive models from Bachmann and Peco. MIKE WILD surveys the new models planned for the future.
Locomotion reveals KOYLI exclusive
Locomotion Models has revealed that it has commissioned another exclusive ‘OO’ gauge Class 55 ‘Deltic’ finished as 55002 Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry (KOYLI) from Accurascale.
Horseblock Lane - the modern railway in 'N' gauge
NEAL COOPER drew inspiration at an exhibition and created this small but perfectly formed contemporary ‘N’ gauge layout afterwards with Callum, his son.
Tiger expands Hornby pioneer collection
Hornby has released its follow up to the 2022 model of 0-4-2 Lion in the form of classmate Tiger. MIKE WILD inspects the latest early railway locomotive to arrive for ‘OO’ gauge.
Hornby’s Lion for ‘OO’ gauge
The Liverpool & Manchester Railway’s 1838-built 0-4-2 Lion is the subject of Hornby’s latest locomotive release. With an intriguing and complex history, MIKE WILD takes a detailed look at this intricate new addition.
Accurascale adds exclusive HN Rail ‘Tractor’
Accurascale is adding an additional ‘OO’ gauge Class 37/4 Co-Co diesel to its second run of models as 37405 in HN Rail orange and black.
TransPennine Express Mk 5 weathering guide
With the deftest of touches, TIM SHACKLETON breathes fresh life into some of the most outstanding models yet released in ’OO’ gauge.
WIN! A Hornby ‘OO’ gauge Liverpool and Manchester Railway Tiger train pack, worth £230.
Hornby Magazine is offering the chance to win one of Hornby’s new ‘OO’ gauge Liverpool and Manchester Railway (L&MR) Tiger train packs (R30233) worth £230. The closing date for entries is 5pm GMT on May 25 2023.
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Irish Keg L iners, Spoil Carriers and Weedkillers
NEW from Irish Railway Models (IRM) are these standard 42ft bogie flat wagons in Guinness Keg Liner, Spoil Carrier and Weedspray train guises for ‘OO’.
Prototype HST arrives for ‘N’
In 1972 the prototype High Speed Train (HST) arrived following construction at Crewe and Derby works. Now Dapol has released its sought-after all-new ‘N’ gauge model of this historic doyen of high speed rail travel in the UK.
’N’ gauge CLASS 17 breaks cover!
The chance of an ‘N’ gauge Class 17 seemed to have passed, but through Bachmann’s new brand EFE Rail and Kernow Model Rail Centre, this once ill-fated model has been revived and brought to completion. MIKE WILD takes a closer look.
‘J94’ from EFE Rail
EFE Rail is off to a flying start with new ‘OO’ and ‘N’ gauge products arriving in the same month as their announcement. A highlight for ‘OO’ is the revival of the ‘J94’ 0-6-0ST with an upgraded motor and DCC interface. MIKE WILD investigates.
Hornby’s die-cast ‘Duchess’
Hornby has revisited one of its most soughtafter Hornby Dublo locomotives with a modern twist to create a new version of the Stanier ‘Duchess’ 4-6-2 with a diecast body. MIKE WILD takes a closer look at this enticing limited edition.
Isle of Wight ‘Terrier’
Hornby's popular 2019 model of the Stroudley ‘Terrier’ 0-6-0Ts is back for a new outing and this second batch features a trio of Isle of Wight locomotives with extended bunkers.
Midland Railway fencing
New to the Scale Model Scenery range of 4mm scale model railway accessories are these packs of Midland Railway fencing.
More ’OO’ HOP24 hoppers from Accurascale
Following the sell-out success of its ‘OO’ gauge BR 24.5ton HOP24/ HUO hopper wagons, Accurascale has added another run of the popular coal carriers to its range.
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