'OO' gauge latest news
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.
Accurascale reveal tippler samples
Accurascale has received decorated samples of its 'OO' gauge PTA/JTA/JUA bogie tippler wagons. These highly detailed models are expected to be released in September 2020 with a choice of outer and inner five vehicle packs.
Hornby shows Avanti Pendolino
Hornby has received a decorated sample of its ‘OO’ gauge Avanti West Coast liveried Class 390 Pendolino unit 390001 for evaluation.
Hornby ‘W1’ liveries confirmed
HORNBY has completed the CAD drawing work for its models of the unique Gresley ‘W1’ 4-6-4 for ‘OO’ gauge as well as confirming the livery specifications for each version.
Latest CADs show Class 91 progress
Development of the all-new ‘OO’ gauge Class 91 from Hornby is continuing with current work focused on finalising the design and build process for the AC electric’s pantograph.
KR Models Issues GT3 Artwork
KR Models has released livery artwork for its forthcoming ‘OO’ gauge model of English Electric gas turbine prototype GT3.
LSWR ‘330’ Class 0-6-0ST next for OO Works
OO Works is to produce a ‘OO’ gauge London & South Western Railway (LSWR) ‘330’ Class 0-6-0ST.
Accurascale shows KUA first sample
Accurascale has received the first engineering prototype of its forthcoming KUA nuclear flask wagon.
Access Platforms from Display
Display and Graffrail have released 'OO' gauge access platforms kit for depots, yards and sidings.
Limited edition Hornby Class 66 supports the NHS
Hornby has announced a limited edition Class 66 finished as 66731 Capt. Tom Moore - A True British Inspirations to raise funds for the NHS.
Cavalex first EP of TEA tanker
Cavalex Models have received their first Engineer Prototype samples of TEA tanker wagons.