'OO' gauge latest news
Exclusive ‘OO’ GBRf GM Class 59
Gaugemaster (GM) has commissioned a special edition model of Dapol’s newly-tooled ‘OO’ gauge Class 59 diesel for its GM Collection.
KR Models Clayton DHP1
KR Models has received the first engineering prototype (EP) sample of its ‘OO’ gauge Clayton diesel-hydraulic prototype DHP1 for review.
Dapol unveils GWR Toplight Main Line and City coaches
Dapol has unveiled plans for a set of Great Western Railway (GWR) Toplight Main Line and City non-corridor carriages for ‘OO’.
Legacy Track Plans
Legacy Models has expanded its range of 'OO' gauge track with a selection of all-new flat-bottom rail flexible track and fishplates.
'OO' Magnesite hoppers next for Irish Railway Models
Irish Railway Models (IRM) has selected the CIE Magnesite hopper wagon as its next ‘OO’ gauge project.
WIN! A RAILS CALEDONIAN RAILWAY ‘812’ 0-6-0 FOR ‘OO’
Hornby Magazine is offering a chance to win one of Rails of Sheffield’s exclusive Bachmann ‘OO’ gauge Caledonian Railway ‘812’ class 0-6-0s in our latest competition, worth £180. The closing date for entries is March 25 2022 at 5pm GMT.
Rapido Trains adds more ‘OO’ SECR wagons
Rapido Trains UK has unveiled plans for two further all-new ‘OO’ gauge South Eastern & Chatham Railway (SECR) wagon projects.
Class 91 enhancements
Hornby’s all-new ‘OO’ gauge BR Class 91 Bo-Bo electric locomotive is set to benefit from a series of additional enhancements to the original specification, prior to its release this year.
Exclusive ‘90s Class 90 for KMRC
Kernow Model Rail Centre (KMRC) has commissioned an exclusive ‘OO’ gauge BR Class 90 Bo-Bo electric from Bachmann, finished as 90129 Frachtverbindungen in Deutsche Bahn (DB) red (Cat No. 32-612Z/ZSF).
4-VEP multiple makeover
Revised Engineering Prototype (EP) samples of Hornby’s ‘OO’ gauge Class 423 4-VEP Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) have been received by the company’s development team for assessment.
FIRST LOOK: Bradley Manor limited edition in colour
The first fully decorated sample for Key Publishing’s limited edition model of preserved Great Western Railway ‘Manor’ 4-6-0 7802 Bradley Manor arrived for inspection in late January offering the first impression of the finished product.
‘OO’ LBSCR ‘E1’ for Rapido Trains
Rapido Trains UK has announced plans to produce a newly-tooled ‘OO’ gauge London, Brighton & South Coast Railway (LBSCR) ‘E1’ 0-6-0T.
Accurascale adds exclusive ‘OO’ HUO
Accurascale has added a sole bauxite liveried 24.5ton HUO wagon to its next batch of the popular ‘OO’ gauge hopper wagons.
JS Models launches laser-cut roof slates
JS Models has added a selection of laser-cut roofing slate strips to its growing range of 4mm and 7mm scale building kits and detailing accessories.
Cavalex confirms ‘Grid’ price
Development work on Cavalex Models’ all-new ‘OO’ gauge Class 56 Co-Co diesel is reported to be progressing well, with first shots from the moulds expected for assessment shortly.
ZIMO sound for Dapol ‘Manor’
Dapol has secured an agreement with ZIMO to offer its forthcoming newly-tooled Great Western Railway (GWR) ‘Manor’ 4-6-0s with factory-fitted sound as general release items.
Dapol plans new batch of 'OO' Class 21/29s
Dapol has confirmed plans for a new production run of its ‘OO’ gauge Class 21 and 29 Bo-Bo diesels
First Look: Hornby's all-new '9F'
Hornby’s all-new ‘OO’ gauge BR Standard ‘9F’ 2-10-0 is progressing with Engineering Prototype (EP) samples arriving with the manufacturer in late 2021 for inspection.
WIN! A Hornby ‘Hush-Hush’ worth £220
Hornby Magazine is offering a chance to win one of Hornby’s brand-new Gresley ‘W1’ 4-6-4 locomotives worth £220. The closing date for entries is February 25 2022 at 5pm GMT.
Hornby 2022 - Ten Things You Need To Know
Hornby has revealed its exciting 2022 release plans, with a raft of newly tooled items added to its ‘OO’ gauge locomotive, carriage and wagon collections. Check out the headlines here and read full reports on all the range here at KeyModelWorld.
Ultimate ‘Black Five’ and all-new Turbomotive spearhead Hornby 2022
All-new Stanier 'Black Five' 4-6-0 and unique LMS Turbomotive lead Hornby's steam announcements for 2022 alongside expansion of the Hornby Dublo collection, Liverpool and Manchester Railway 0-4-2 Lion and more. Read our full report here.
Hornby Introduces Steam Generators
Check out Hornby's new development, an all-new generator for use within its 'OO' gauge steam locomotives. Read the whole story here.
All-new HST and Flirt units from Hornby for 'OO'
Hornby's extensive range of ‘OO’ gauge diesel and electric outline models is set to be strengthened further with three all-new models, together with revisions to existing toolings and the adoption of 21-pin DCC decoder sockets for many new and existing products. Read the full story here.
Coronation coaches lead Hornby 2022 carriage collection
Topping the billing for Hornby’s ‘OO’ gauge rolling stock is a full set of newly-tooled LNER streamlined ‘Coronation’ coaches. Discover the full range here.
Loriot leads Hornby 2022 wagon collection
With the popularity of Hornby’s ‘OO’ gauge model of the Liverpool & Manchester Railway’s (L&MR) Rocket and introduction of newly-tooled 0-4-2 Lion to the range, three all-new four-wheel wagons have been tooled for hauling coal, sheep and horses.
Hornby 2022 train sets
Hornby is refreshing its ‘OO’ gauge train set range with three new additions including new diesel sets and a 'Record Breaker' set featuring Gresley 'A4' 60022 Mallard.
Hornby RailRoad releases 2022
Hornby's Railroad and RailRoad Plus ranges are set to expand in 2022 with more new identities and colour schemes, including the return of an old favourite that has been out of the Hornby range for many years - the Calder Valley Class 110 DMU.
Hornby expands Playtrains for 2022
Hornby’s new Playtrains range is set to develop further this year with new rolling stock and a collection of simple plug together buildings. Read more about this entry level collection for the year ahead.
Hornby 2022 collectables
Each year Hornby issues a selection of collectable ‘OO’ gauge models aimed at a wider audience and this year is no exception with an expanded selection of Coca Cola and Beatles branded items, as well as old favourites such as Father’s Day and Christmas wagons.
Hornby track planning symbols are back!
Hornby is to reintroduce its popular packs of plastic track planning symbols (Cat No. R619) as a useful aid to layout planning for 'OO' gauge railways.