'OO' gauge latest news
2020 product release dates
Hornby has provided an update on the arrival timescales for its remaining all-new products from the 2020 range covering the Thompson 'A2s', 'W1', Class 91, BR '2MT', APT and 'Coronation' carriages for 'OO'.
Locomotion and Rails limited edition ‘V2s’
Four exclusive editions using Bachmann’s all-new model of the Gresley ‘V2’ 2-6-2 for ‘OO’ gauge have been announced by Locomotion Models and Rails of Sheffield. The limited editions are due for release in 2021 alongside Bachmann’s main batch of new ‘V2s’.
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Heljan reveals 2021 catalogue
Heljan has revealed its new catalogue for 2021 including new products for 'OO' and 'O' gauge and new liveries for previous models. Highlights include an LMS inspection saloon for 'O' gauge plus details of the Class 02 shunter for 'OO'. Read the full story here.
FIRST LOOK: Accurascale Class 37
Accurascale has received the first engineering sample for its eagerly anticipated all-new 'OO' gauge model of the English Electric Class 37. Take a closer look here at the split headcode version.
Rapido Trains UK launches
Rapido Trains has officially launched its UK division – Rapido Trains UK - with a series of newly tooled British-outline models including three ‘OO’ gauge projects, an ‘N’ gauge locomotive and more 1:76 scale double-decker buses.
Accurascale 'OO' D6700 for Locomotion Models
Locomotion Models has commissioned a special limited edition 'OO' gauge model of Accurascale's forthcoming BR Class 37 Co-Co diesel for its expanding National Collection in Miniature range.
Second sample for Hornby APT
Hornby has received a second updated engineering sample of its new Class 370 Advanced Passenger Train for ‘OO’ gauge following on from the first sample shown in the Great Electric Train Show Virtual Exhibition in October.
Hornby ‘Coronation Scot’ carriages gain colour
Hornby has received complete decorated samples of its LMS ‘Coronation Scot’ carriages for ‘OO’ gauge covering the Brake Third Corridor (Cat No. R4960), Brake First Corridor (R4961), First Corridor (R4962), Kitchen Car (R4963), Restaurant First Open (R4964) and Restaurant Third Open (R4965A).
Deco samples for ‘OO’ IWA Holdall and Timber-carriers
Revolution Trains has received decorated samples of its forthcoming ‘OO’ gauge IWA bogie holdall vans and timber-carrying flat wagons. 200 were built in Germany during the 1980s, with around 40 vehicles subsequently converted to timber carriers in 2006.
Cavalex opens order book for 'OO' PHA/JGA stone hoppers
Cavalex Models has opened the pre-order book for its forthcoming 'OO' gauge PHA/JGA bogie stone hopper wagons.
Locomotion and Rails reveal LNWR 'Improved Precedent'
Locomotion Models and Rails of Sheffield have revealed a brand new 'OO' gauge model of LNWR 'Improved Precedent' 2-4-0. The model is being made by Bachmann and is due for release in Summer 2021.
'Victory' 0-6-0T for 'OO' from Planet Industrials
Planet Industrials has unveiled plans for its first 'OO' gauge ready-to-run locomotive - a Kerr Stuart 'Victory' 0-6-0T.
Heljan reveals Class 104 DMU for ‘OO’
Heljan has announced that it is developing a ready-to-run 'OO' gauge model of the popular BR Class 104 Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU).
Accurascale unveils new 'OO' 21ton mineral wagons
Accurascale has revealed plans for two new 'OO' gauge 21ton mineral wagons as part of an expanding 'Powering Britain' range of wagons which already includes the 24.5ton HUO hopper wagon and recently-announced HYA and IIA bogie hoppers.
Gold-plated Clan Line surfaces
Hornby has shared images of its forthcoming special Centenary year limited edition 'OO' gauge model of Bulleid rebuilt 'Merchant Navy' 35028 Clan Line in BR lined green with late crests (Cat No. R3824), bearing gleaming gold-plated metal parts.
Rails' 'OO' Gas Turbine gains colour
Rails of Sheffield received the first decorated pre-production sample of its forthcoming exclusive 'OO' gauge BR gas turbine locomotive, 18000, in BR green with late crests during October for evaluation.
Heljan GWR railcars are ready for production
The new ‘OO’ and ‘O’ gauge models of the GWR AEC railcars from Heljan have now been approved for production. On release they will be available in six liveries covering GWR chocolate and cream, BR carmine and cream and BR green.
Bachmann reveals winter 2020 announcements
Bachmann has revealed its Winter 2020 British Railway Announcements today, November 3, offering a new collection of 'OO' and 'N' gauge models across its Bachmann Branchline, Graham Farish, EFE Rail and Scenecraft collections.
Hornby shows decorated '2MT'
Hornby has received factory decorated samples of its all-new 'OO' gauge model of the BR '2MT' 2-6-0 in BR lined black and BR green liveries. Release is expected in Spring 2021.
‘OO’ GWR Steam Railmotor CADs approved
Kernow Model Rail Centre’s forthcoming ‘OO’ gauge Great Western Railway (GWR) Steam Railmotor has progressed to the tooling stage of the production process following final approval of the CAD drawings.
More ‘Warships’ for Kernow
Kernow Model Rail Centre is releasing new versions of its award-winning ‘OO’ gauge D600 ‘Warship’ A1A-A1A diesels.
KMRC commissions Petersfield Signal Box for ‘OO’
Kernow Model Rail Centre (KMRC) has commissioned Bachmann to produce an exclusive 4mm scale model of the ex-London and South Western Railway (LSWR) Type 3a signal box at Petersfield in Hampshire (Cat No. 44-074X).
KR Models 'GT3' decorated sample
KR Models has received pre-production samples of its forthcoming ‘OO’ gauge model of English Electric gas turbine prototype 4-6-0 GT3.
National Collection ‘Terrier’ unleashed
Locomotion Models has taken delivery of its exclusive ‘OO’ gauge London Brighton and South Coast Railway (LBSCR) ‘A1’ 0-6-0T 82 Boxhill in Stroudley improved engine green (Cat No. 449540).
Rails shows '812' livery samples
Rails of Sheffield has received decorated samples of its exclusive model of the Caledonian Railway '812' 0-6-0 from manufacturer Bachmann ahead of the models expected release in the second quarter for 2021.
KMS Railtech plans 'OO' gauge 73/9
KMS Railtech has unveiled plans to develop an 'OO' gauge Class 73/9 diesel locomotive, working with Accurascale who will produce the model.
KR Models launch Consett ore wagon
KR Models have announced the addition of the Consett Ore Wagon to its range in 'OO' and 'N' gauge. Expressions of interest are welcomed and the project is expected to be released in the third quarter of 2021.
‘OO’ IIA biomass wagons are next for Accurascale
ACCURASCALE has unveiled plans to produce the GB Railfreight (GBRf) IIA Biomass hopper wagon for ‘OO’. This latest announcement follows plans to produce the HYA bogie hopper wagons (HM160), from which the IIA was developed for GBRf.
Heljan samples in close up
Heljan has received a number of new samples of forthcoming 'OO' and 'O' gauge models. We take a closer look at the GWR railcar, Class 25 and Class 86 for 'OO' and as well at the GWR railcar for 'O' gauge and more in this exclusive online photo feature.