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By MIKE WILD 17th April 2023

… multiple working, twin axle drive in the powered car and Digital Command Control (DCC) compatibility with a Next18 decoder socket in … creep motor and low gearing which provides excellent speed control at all levels. Following running in we were able to …

By RICHARD HALL 16th May 2024

Locomotive-specific detailing can still be added to improve the newest ready-to-run models even further. RICHARD HALL shows how you can upgrade Bachmann’s already excellent model of ‘V2’ Green Arrow in its preserved condition.

By MIKE WILD 13th July 2023

… switched with DCC. Analogue modellers will also be able to control the lights using manual switches. The pantograph will …

By MARK CHIVERS 21st April 2023

… of previous Heljan Class 33/2 models together with 21-pin Digital Command Control (DCC) decoder socket and LED lighting. Priced at …

By MARK CHIVERS 4th March 2023

… all-wheel drive and also benefits from a new 21-pin Digital Command Control (DCC) decoder socket. 60001 also includes a detailed … high-fidelity ‘OO’ gauge model now benefits from a 21-pin Digital Command Control (DCC) decoder socket as standard. …

By MIKE WILD 20th April 2023

… of gauges and levers to allow a miniature driver to take control. This area is fully painted too even down to the … consistent contact with the rail head at all times. Speed control was smooth throughout and all three operated … the chassis. Instructions are provided for the addition of digital sound too, but it will take careful work to complete …

By MARK CHIVERS 20th May 2023

… motor, slide-in Printed Circuit Board (PCB) with Next18 Digital Command Control (DCC) decoder socket and solder-free speaker …

By MIKE WILD 7th April 2023

… sample of Lion ran smoothly and quietly on analogue and digital control while also negotiating second radius curves and code … to see as it makes this a simple model to upgrade to digital sound. OVERALL Lion’s arrival with Hornby provides …

By MIKE WILD 16th April 2023

… as 69612 (OR76N7003). Prices are set at £109.95 for the Digital Command Control (DCC) ready versions with sound fitted models of each … on the tank or tender sides to allow a new system of train control to be introduced by the GER. This is the period in …

By MARK CHIVERS 18th April 2023

… to Accurascale’s website and priced at £169.99 for Digital Command Control (DCC) ready models and £259.99 DCC sound-fitted, …

By ANDY WILSHER 30th January 2023

… was working portable head and tail lamps operated via Digital Command Control. … Network Rail has a fleet of snowploughs on standby … was working portable head and tail lamps operated via Digital Command Control . I used DCC Concepts pick-ups to …

By JONATHAN NEWTON 3rd March 2023

​Ellis Clark Trains has taken delivery of its ‘O’ gauge Wickham Type 27 trolley and trailers – its first home-grown ready-to-run powered model for 7mm scale.

By MIKE WILD 1st June 2023

… moulded curtains, roof vents, brake equipment, Next18 Digital Command Control (DCC) decoder interface and all-wheel pick-ups. Two …

By MARK CHIVERS 8th April 2023

… twin flywheels, all wheel drive and pick-ups, 21-pin Digital Command Control (DCC) decoder socket and a wealth of timeframe …

By PETER SHARPS 27th May 2023

… I also threw myself into the deep end by committing to Digital Command Control (DCC) with the NCE PowerCab system. Layout electrics … ‘OO’ Gauge Length: 12ft Width: 18in Track: Peco code 75 Control: DCC, NCE PowerCab Period: BR Southern Region, …