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Private and Industrial Railways
Thanks to the recent introduction of several new models of industrial prototypes, interest in non-main line railways has boomed over the last couple of years. EVAN GREEN-HUGHES examines the world of private railways and explains how they can inspire future modelling projects.
More Mendip Rail JNA-Ts
Kernow Model Rail Centre has confirmed that it has commissioned a further run of Revolution Trains’ ‘OO’ gauge JNA-T Ealnos bogie box wagons in Mendip Rail livery from the manufacturer.
59002 in AI 30th anniversary scheme
Dapol’s ‘OO’ gauge Class 59 Co-Co diesel is set to appear in Aggregate Industries livery with 30-year branding, as a Kernow Model Rail Centre exclusive.
Exclusive ‘OO’ 86/4 for KMRC
Kernow Model Rail Centre (KMRC) has commissioned an exclusive ‘OO’ gauge Class 86/4 AC electric from Heljan, finished as 86402 in BR blue (Cat No. 8649).
Supersized St Piran in ‘O’ gauge
Kernow Model Rail Centre’s (KMRC) range of exclusive South West-themed models is set to be bolstered with an ‘O’ gauge model of GWR’s Class 08 08645 St Piran in its distinctive Kernow flag livery.
Accurascale ‘Manor’ Debut
The GWR ‘Manor’ 4-6-0 is the first ready-to-run steam locomotive to be produced by Accurascale. MIKE WILD inspects a DCC ready and DCC sound fitted version to find out what is in store.
Accurascale shows new Class 37 livery samples
Accurascale has revealed decoration samples for its second production run of 'OO' gauge Class 37s. Check out the latest images here.
Dapol ‘Light Pacific’ CAD complete
Dapol has completed design work on its forthcoming all-new ‘N’ gauge Bulleid air-smoothed ‘West Country’ and ‘Battle of Britain’ 4-6-2s.
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Nuclear KUAs
The 16-wheel KUA nuclear flask wagon may be a fleet of two, but Accurascale saw its potential for a stand out ‘OO’ gauge ready-to-run wagon. MARK CHIVERS reviews this new arrival.
Teak finish for Hattons Gresleys
The latest arrivals for ‘O’ gauge are the teak liveried version of Hattons’ Gresley corridor coaches. MIKE WILD inspects their finish.
Bachmann’s all-new Sulzer Type 2
The Derby Sulzer Type 2 Bo-Bo diesels are proving to be popular subjects with another brand-new entrant to the market from Bachmann. MIKE WILD runs the rule over the latest model of the original condition Class 24.
TMC 24.5ton mineral wagons
Freight train operators have a new choice of coal wagon with the arrival of TMC’s exclusive models of the BR 24.5ton mineral wagons. MARK CHIVERS reviews these new arrivals for ‘OO’.
New Oxford Diecast SUV
New from Oxford Diecast is this 1:76 scale Jaguar E-Pace Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), and first off the 1:76 scale production line is VN67 CWK, offered in an eye-catching metallic blue paint finish.
Laser cut art-deco wrought iron railings
If you are looking to add a little art-deco chic to a street scene or building, then these 4mm scale laser-cut wrought iron railings from Scale Model Scenery might just do the trick.
Jetties float in...
New to the Scale Model Scenery range of 4mm scale laser-cut accessories and kits are these small wooden jetties.Perfect for a river, canal or small harbour scene, the pack contains four 60mm x 10mm lengths of wooden decking
Axle box bearing cutter
H&A Models has added an exclusive new ‘OO’ gauge axle box bearing cutting tool to its extensive range of kits and modelling accessories.
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