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Inbound and in-demand: new EFE Rail Plasser & Theurer cranes

Inbound and in-demand: new EFE Rail Plasser & Theurer cranes

We're very pleased to see EFE Rail's Plasser & Theurer 12T YOB cranes return for 'OO' in February/March in two new guises. As previous model...

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New Accurascale Class 30s & 31s inbound in 30 days...

New Accurascale Class 30s & 31s inbound in 30 days...

We're expecting the following shipment of new Class 31s from Accurascale early February 2026. Benefit from our competitive pricing and custo...

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Watch: Airfix 2026 range announcements: pre-orders open

Watch: Airfix 2026 range announcements: pre-orders open

Airfix has launched its 2026 range, unveiling an impressive selection of new kits, re-issues and vintage-inspired classics that will delight...

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Heljan advises forthcoming all-new 'O' pre-order only

Heljan advises forthcoming all-new 'O' pre-order only

Heljan has advised that its forthcoming newly-tooled O gauge models will be created to better match market demand based on customer pre-orde...

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Popular pre-orders for Hornby January 2026 range

Popular pre-orders for Hornby January 2026 range

All aboard! Hornby has officially unveiled its January 2026 OO gauge range, with a line-up of new toolings, iconic favourites, and models fo...

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Oxford Diecast January arrivals for 'N', 'TT:120' and 'OO'

Oxford Diecast January arrivals for 'N', 'TT:120' and 'OO'

Oxford Diecast has signalled the following loveable die-cast collectables, due in stock this month.Ideal for cameos, numerous model street s...

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Limited edition J36 for 'OO' with 45% OFF RRP

Limited edition J36 for 'OO' with 45% OFF RRP

EARLY BR OBSCURITY FOR 'OO'Snag this loveable eye-catching limited-edition 0-6-0 while stocks last!  R3859 Hornby OO Gauge BR Class J36 0-6-...

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Corgi's Sopwith 'Flying Ace'

Corgi's Sopwith 'Flying Ace'

Liverpudlian Walter ‘Hinch’ Hinchliffe began his military career with a British Army artillery unit, but in 1916, joined the Royal Naval Air...

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Factory Tour: Behind the scenes at Spark's Madagascan plant

Factory Tour: Behind the scenes at Spark's Madagascan plant

As stockists of Spark's quality line of 1:5 scale resin-cast models, we're sure you'll appreciate a look behind the scenes at how its range...

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Pre-orders open for new Spark helmets

Pre-orders open for new Spark helmets

Calling all McLaren and Lando Norris fans — brand-new 1:5 scale helmets from Spark are now available to pre-order at The Model Centre, with...

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My five favourites with Peco's Steve Haynes

My five favourites with Peco's Steve Haynes

To kick-start 2026, we ask Peco's Head of Sales, Steve Haynes about his favourite models for the year ahead. His selection covers 'N', 'TT:1...

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TMC Table Top Corner December 2025

TMC Table Top Corner December 2025

A new year spells more new products for TT:120, and Chris Hobbs is here to run through the latest deals at TMC with his roundup on all thing...

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HM7000 control of Heljan TT:120: the TMC 'Bridge'

HM7000 control of Heljan TT:120: the TMC 'Bridge'

Through popular demand, we're pleased to bring to market a 'Plug and play' Next18 to ESU E24 harness adapter, designed for Heljan TT:120 mod...

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My five favourites with Hornby's Martyn Weaver

My five favourites with Hornby's Martyn Weaver

A fresh new year sees us ask Hornby's brand manager, Martyn Weaver, about his favourite recent model arrivals for 'TT:120' and 'OO'. Watch t...

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Value on the rails: New Hornby Railroad 'Tractors' in stock

Value on the rails: New Hornby Railroad 'Tractors' in stock

Hornby’s Railroad range continues to stand out for all the right reasons. Built to be robust and more affordable, Railroad models have long...

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In stock now: layout boards for 'N', 'OO9' and 'OO'...

In stock now: layout boards for 'N', 'OO9' and 'OO'...

Building your first model railway layout is exciting. But for newcomers, if you lack the tools, time or confidence for complex carpentry and...

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More samples of Rapido's USATC S160s emerge for 'OO'

More samples of Rapido's USATC S160s emerge for 'OO'

Yuletide Yankees – Even More S160 Production Colour Samples!Rapido Trains has shared imagery of new samples from its forthcoming USATC S160...

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Rapido's colourful Caledonians: in images...

Rapido's colourful Caledonians: in images...

Rapido Trains has received colour samples of its illustrious Caledonian Railway No. 123 Class range. "We always knew we could count on [thes...

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Rapido reveals decorated samples of LNWR 'Evolution' coaches

Rapido reveals decorated samples of LNWR 'Evolution' coaches

Rapido Trains UK has received the colour production samples of its upcoming LNWR-liveried 'Evolution' coaches for 'OO'.These are perfect to...

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Adventures with Paddington & LNER: Kato Class 800 sets in stock

Adventures with Paddington & LNER: Kato Class 800 sets in stock

One of the most distinctive modern image multiple units to appear on UK rails – and on British model railways – returns! The hugely popular...

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