If you’ve not taken the plunge with DCC control on your layout but still would like to automate the running of you trains, this little beauty should definitely do the trick. While there are others around from the likes of Gaugemaster etc, these particular units are hand built by a rather cool chap named Andy who makes them up in his workshop on the channel island of Jersey! The Read more →
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OO / N / Z Gauge Station Stop Train Shuttle Unit
3 May 2013
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Self Adhesive OO / 1:76 UK Road Markings from Model Railway Scenery
5 Apr 2013
Model Railway Scenery have just announced the addition of a set of 4 A4 sheets of Self Adhesive UK Road Markings. Manufactured from top quality matt signwriter’s self adhesive vinyl, the road markings are supplied pre-cut so all you have to do is peel them off and stick them into place. There’s no mess, no fuss and no hassle. They’re really easy to use, straight from the pack. Read more →
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Oxford Diecast MAN Pump Ladder Fire Engine 76MFE004 1:76 / OO Scale
3 Apr 2013
New from renowned diecast model manufacture Oxford Diecast is the 76MFE004 MAN Pump Ladder – Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue livery. An accurately detailed modern Fire Appliance suitable for those modelling modern era south western regions. Availability: Current – Click Here For Stockists Read more →
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Hornby North Eastern Railway Weighbridge R9738
3 Apr 2013
Another new addition to the Skaledale range for 2013 is the R9738 North Eastern Railway Weighbridge. Typical of those found in goods yards, brick works and quarries around the North East of the UK, this small but perfectly formed, pre-painted resin building will fit right into place on most OO gauge layouts. Availability: Current – Click Here For Stockists Read more →
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Hornby BR 2-10-0 “Evening Star” 9F Class – 40th Anniversary – Limited Edition R3097
2 Apr 2013
One of the most stunning steam locomotives every to grace the Hornby range in our opinion, the BR 2-10-0 Evening Star 9F Class locomotive is an exceptional piece of engineering, both in 1:1 prototype and in its 1:76 scale / OO gauge form. This particular model has been produced as a Limited Edition run of just 1000 models to celebrate the 40th Anniversary Read more →
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OO / N / Z Gauge Station Stop Train Shuttle Unit
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Bachmann’s GWR 2251 class with ROD tender
Bachmann’s GWR 2251 class with ROD tender First introduced in 1930, the 2251 class acted as a direct replacement for the outdated Dean Goods 0-6-0′s and was built right up to 1948. The 2251, more commonly known as ‘Collett Goods’ was the first 0-6-0 engine to use the GWR standard number ten boiler. A small number out of the 120 built 2251′s were fitted with ROD (Railway Operating
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Bachmann 34 Tonne Railtrack PNA Box 5 & 7 Rib Wagons
Popular ballast & spoils wagons built on the format TTA underframes. Available in both 5 and 7 rib body designs. Bachmann have produced a range of these wagons over the years spanning an array of running numbers and finishes giving the OO gauge modeller plenty of choice and the ability to run decent length trains without too much duplication. Features & Specification Ear: 1998/99 Onwards
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Hornby Skaledale Ready To Paint Buildings
If you’re already familiar with the Hornby OO Gauge Skaledale range, then you’ll be aware that for some years now, Skaledale buildings and accessories have always been supplied ready painted and finished, so all you had to do was open the box and place them on the desired position on your layout. This has satisfied those that desire instant gratification, but what about those that
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Peco KNR-39 N Gauge Twin Bloster Wagons
Without doubt, a very handy pair of wagons from Peco these. Usually used with bogie bolsters for over-length loads such as long pipes, timber, rails and other steel loads. A very versatile and essential wagon for any layout running freight traffic. Wagons are supplied fully assembled but with self coloured bodies and in a range of liveries, including unpainted and unlettered. Features & Specification Era: 1900 – 1960s Features: Poseable
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Hornby Class 08/09 OO Gauge Locomotive
Last week we took a look at the Bachmann incarnation of this diminutive powerhouse, and now it’s Hornby’s turn. This is, without doubt the best Class 08 model to date. Itself being a vast improvement over its previous version which is still available as part of the budget Railroad range. Accurate in terms of both looks and dimensions to the prototype, with sharp, crisp mouldings and lots of
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Bachmann’s GWR 2251 class with ROD tender
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