'OO' gauge latest news
UPDATED: Heljan Class 25 in colour
UPDATED: EXTRA IMAGES!
Heljan has received the first factory decorated sample of its all-new 'OO' gauge Class 25 modelling D7647 in original BR two-tone green livery.
KR Models shows 'Fell' artwork
KR Models has released images of the artwork for its in-development model of the unique 'Fell' 2-D-2 prototype diesel locomotive for 'OO' gauge in both BR black and lined green.
Flangeway shows 'Salmon' samples
Flangeway Models has received decorated samples of its new 'OO' gauge 'Salmon' engineering wagons. See the new samples here.
Bachmann shows 'OO' Class 20/3 in colour
Bachmann has revealed factory decorated samples of its eagerly awaited all-new 'OO' gauge Class 20/3 models covering DRS and Harry Needle Railroad Company colour schemes. View them here in high resolution!
KR Models shows DHP1 3D print
Hot on the heels of the announcement of its plans for a 'OO' gauge model of Clayton built diesel-hydraulic prototype DHP1, KR Models has released images of a 3D printed test sample of its bodyshell.
Dapol adds smoke generator to Class 59!
Dapol has added the option to have a DCC operated smoke generator fitted to its factory sound-fitted 'OO' gauge Class 59s.
Accurascale re-runs PFAs
Accurascale is producing a second batch of its popular 'OO' gauge PFA container flats for release this summer.
Hornby commissions centenary Lodekkas
Hornby has announced a centenary liveried Bristol Lodekka in collaboration with associate brand Corgi for 'OO' gauge with a choice of Binns Road and Westwood destinations.
KR Models plan Leader and DHP1!
KR Models has revealed bold plans to develop two historic prototype locomotives for 'OO' gauge - Bulleid's radical vision for the future of steam design - Leader - and Clayton's experimental Rolls Royce engined diesel-hydraulic DHP1.
Hornby reveals LMR open third!
Hornby has revealed that it is working on a 'OO' gauge model of the Open Third carriages hauled by Rocket on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway for release in September this year!
Heljan shows Class 45/1 in colour
Heljan has released images of a hand-painted version of its new 'OO' gauge model of the Class 45/1 ahead of its release.
Heljan shows decorated Cargowaggons for 'OO'
Heljan has received decorated samples of the new batch of 'OO' gauge Cargowaggon Habfis sliding door bogie vans. The new set of vehicles model six different wagons including pristine and weathered examples plus a pair replicating the RailAdventure barrier wagons used to bring new trains from mainland Europe to the UK via the Channel Tunnel.
Accurascale Class 92 materialises
Accurascale has received the first engineering prototype (EP) sample of its new ‘OO’ gauge Brush Class 92 Co-Co electric for evaluation.
A2/2 and A2/3 samples debut
Hornby has taken delivery of the first engineering samples of its new ‘OO’ gauge Thompson ‘A2/2’ and ‘A2/3’ class ‘Pacifics’, together with an early running sample for evaluation by the company’s development team.
RailRoad+ Class 47 decoration samples
Hornby has received decorated samples of its forthcoming ‘OO’ gauge RailRoad Plus models, with three colourful GB Railfreight Class 47s leading the charge.
New ‘Terriers’ in bound
A new selection of Hornby’s diminutive ‘OO’ gauge Stroudley ‘Terrier’ 0-6-0Ts are on their way.
Rails approves Gas Turbine artwork
Rails of Sheffield has approved livery artwork for its new ‘OO’ gauge 18000 BR gas turbine locomotive.
A Class samples for IRM
Irish Railway Models (IRM) has received decorated samples of its forthcoming ‘OO’ gauge Metrovick A Class diesel locomotive for assessment.
Accurascale debuts 'Deltic' sound
Accurascale has received the first draft of its DCC sound project for its 'OO' gauge Class 55 'Deltic'. Watch and hear its functions here.
Cavalex ‘OO’ TEA surfaces
Cavalex Models has taken delivery of the first Engineering Prototype (EP) samples of its ‘OO’ gauge TEA bogie tank wagon for evaluation.
Wainwright ‘D’ Class reaches 2nd EP stage
Dapol has taken delivery of a second Engineering Prototype (EP) sample of its forthcoming ‘OO’ gauge Wainwright ‘D’ Class 4-4-0 for evaluation by the development team.
APT-P goes to tooling
Design and testing of the all-new Hornby ‘OO’ gauge model of the Advanced Passenger Train has allowed the model to move forward to tooling.
NHS Class 66 raises £140,000!
Hornby’s ‘OO’ gauge model of newly repainted and named GB Railfreight Class 66 66731 Captain Tom Moore – A True British Inspiration has raised £140,000 for the National Health Service through its sales on the Hornby website during May.
Revolution Ecofrets surface for ‘N’ and ‘OO’
Engineering Prototype (EP) samples of Revolution Trains’ forthcoming Ecofret container wagons in ‘N’ and ‘OO’ have arrived for evaluation, representing another first for the manufacturer as it simultaneously progresses models in two different scales.
Revolution Trains adds MMA/JNAs for ‘N’ and HOAs for ‘OO’
Revolution Trains has announced plans to produce ‘N’ gauge MMA/JNA box wagons and ‘OO’ gauge HOA hopper wagons, further expanding its range of ready-to-run models.
SR General Manager’s Saloon for ‘OO’
Revolution Trains (RT) has unveiled plans for a ‘OO’ gauge ready-to-run model of the unique BR Southern Region General Manager’s Inspection Saloon.
Rails of Sheffield launch Class 89 project for 'OO' gauge
Sheffield based retailer Rails of Sheffield has teamed up with Accurascale to announce a ready-to-run model of the unique Class 89 AC electric locomotive for 'OO' gauge.
Accurascale shows JSA in colour
Accurascale has received decorated samples of its 'OO' gauge JSA steel coil wagons. The brand new wagons are expected to arrive in September 2020 in twin packs priced at £59.95 each.
Dapol recalls motorised water towers
Dapol is recalling the motorised version of its new 'OO' gauge water tower following the discovery of a substandard component.
Rails limited edition Class 37/6
Rails of Sheffield has announced an exclusive 'OO' gauge Class 37/6 limited edition in partnership with Accurascale.