'OO' gauge latest news
Hornby receives APT deco sample
Hornby has received decorated samples of its forthcoming all-new ‘OO' gauge model of British Rail's Class 370 Advanced Passenger Train (APT) for evaluation by the development team.
Rails Connect Point Motors
Rails of Sheffield is adding a pair of all-new point motors to its growing collection of Rails Connect branded accessories.
Burslem exclusives for Hobby Goblin
The Hobby Goblin of Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent has commissioned Dapol to produce three exclusive seven-plank private owner coal wagons, covering all three main scales, in Sneyd of Burslem colours.
Flangeway Salmon Wagon Update
Flangeway has advised that its recently-released ‘OO’ gauge BR ‘Salmon’ rail-carrying wagon is to undergo retooling.
New building kits for Display
Display Models has added a series of new 4mm scale low-relief buildings to its expanding range of multimedia kits.
SECR 'D' Class 4-4-0 for 'OO' in production
Rails of Sheffield has confirmed that production of its newly-tooled ‘OO’ gauge South Eastern and Chatham Railway (SECR) ‘D’ Class 4-4-0 is underway.
Cavalex expands 'BBA' plans
Cavalex Models has confirmed that it is to produce another batch of its popular 'OO' gauge 'BBA' bogie steel carriers.
Dapol plans second run of 'OO' gauge '43XX'
Dapol is to undertake a second production run of the Great Western Railway Churchward ‘43XX’ 2-6-0 in ‘OO’ gauge – with an expanded tooling suite to allow further variations of these popular locomotives to be covered.
Weathered finish for new 4mm 'TEA'
Cavalex Models has taken delivery of the first weathered decorated samples of its forthcoming 'OO' gauge TEA bogie tank wagons for assessment.
Accurascale's nuclear vision
Accurascale has unveiled further plans for its ‘OO' gauge PFA two-axle container flat wagons, with a series of newly-tooled low-level waste nuclear containers for them to carry.
Planet Industrials commissions 21ton mineral opens
Planet Industrials has commissioned a batch of Accurascale's forthcoming 'OO' gauge 21ton steel mineral open wagons in an exclusive industrial colour scheme.
Rails' MC Metals 21ton limited edition steel opens
Rails of Sheffield has received a decorated sample of its forthcoming 'OO' gauge limited edition Accurascale BR 21ton MDV/PMV steel mineral open wagon in MC Metals branded grey for assessment.
'Cat' out of bag for Hornby
Hornby has confirmed news that it is working on a new 'OO' gauge ready-to-run model of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway's 0-4-2 Lion, to complement its recently-introduced all-new 4mm scale model of Stephenson's Rocket.
Deco 'Coil A' springs into view
Accurascale has received decorated samples of its newly-tooled 'OO' gauge BR 'Coil A' steel carriers for assessment by the company's development team.
New Hornby BR ‘9F’ for ‘OO’ takes shape
Hornby has updated progress on its all new ‘OO’ gauge BR Standard ‘9F’ 2-10-0, sharing development drawings of the forthcoming heavy freight steam locomotive.
Hornby Mk 4 developments
Hornby has received the first Engineering Prototype (EP) sample of its newly tooled ‘OO’ gauge BR Mk 4 Driving Van Trailer (DVT) for evaluation as well as its first sample of the Mk 4 buffet.
Maunsell brake progresses
Hornby’s newly tooled ‘OO’ gauge Maunsell Gangwayed Bogie Luggage (GBL) Vans have moved a step closer with production samples arriving with the development team for approval.
New Skips for Display
Display Models has added a new 4mm scale pack of assorted skips to its growing collection of model building kits and detailing accessories.
Colour for Accurascale MDO/MDVs
Accurascale has received decorated samples of its new 'OO' gauge 21ton steel mineral open wagons for assessment.
Further 'OO' Turbot wagons planned
Dapol has confirmed that another batch of its OO' gauge 'Turbot' bogie ballast spoil wagons are due for production soon.
Boom time for 'Rat' fans
Sutton's Locomotive Works (SLW) has revealed that it has been working on an all-new 'OO' gauge BR Class 25 Bo-Bo diesel. The newly-tooled models will reflect the later sub-classes - namely the restyled Class 25/2s and Class 25/3s.
More 'OO' IOAs on the way
Dapol has confirmed that a new batch of its popular 'OO' gauge IOA (Mussel) Network Rail bogie ballast wagons are due later this year.
OO Works unveils Adams 'Jubilee' 0-4-2
OO Works has revealed that its next 'OO' gauge ready-to-run locomotive will be the London and South Western Railway (LSWR) 'A12' 0-4-2.
Revolution reveals Class 93 tri-mode Bo-Bo for 'OO'
Revolution Trains has announced plans to produce Stadler's new Class 93 tri-mode Bo-Bo as its first 'OO' gauge locomotive project.
Genesis GWR Coaches Gain Colour
Hattons Model Railways has received decorated samples of its forthcoming Hattons Originals 'OO' gauge Genesis carriages in GWR chocolate and cream for evaluation.
Revolution Trains delivers 'OO' IZA 'Twins'
Kernow Model Rail Centre (KMRC) has received its eagerly-awaited exclusive 'OO' gauge IZA Cargowaggon twin vans from Revolution Trains.
Accurascale adds shortened HYAs
The collection of HYA coded bogie hoppers from Accurascale for ‘OO’ gauge is expanding with announcement of the shortened version. Around half of the 368 strong HYA fleet was reduced in length between 2016 and 2021 to make the vehicles better suited to the high density aggregate traffic they are now used for.
Colour for KOYLI
Locomotion Models (LM) has received decorated samples of its forthcoming 'OO' gauge Accurascale Class 55 Co-Co D9002/55002 King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry (Koyli) in BR two tone green for evaluation.
Rapido '15XX' and Hunslet 0-6-0ST for 'OO' shape up
Development of Rapido Trains UK's new 'OO' gauge BR Western Region '15XX' 0-6-0PT and Industrial Hunslet 16in 0-6-0ST (HM164) has gathered pace in recent weeks with design work nearing completion.
Limited edition DRS HYA hoppers
Rails of Sheffield has commissioned a limited edition pack of Accurascale's forthcoming 'OO' gauge HYA bogie hopper wagons in Direct Rail Services (DRS) livery.