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Adding realistic tyre tracks to muddy terrain in your scale model can enhance the scene’s authenticity and tell a...
When modelling fog in a railway scene, you’ll want to create a convincing sense of mist rolling over the tracks,...
Keeping your model trains running smoothly requires regular maintenance, and lubrication is a key part of that....
Waterslide transfers are a key component of scale modelling, allowing you to add intricate markings, insignias and...
The Firefly Class was a series of broad-gauge steam locomotives built for the Great Western Railway (GWR) between...
Model railway in all scales from N to G scale including OO, HO and O gauge.
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TT:120 scale is a popular model railway scale and track gauge used by modellers in the UK and beyond. The 'TT' in TT:120 stands for 'Table Top', reflecting its compact size that makes it suitable for modelling on a table or in limited space. The...
A roundhouse refers to a specialised building, typically found in larger rail depots, designed for housing and maintaining locomotives. Its most distinctive feature is its circular or semi-circular shape, which allows locomotives to be easily...
When most people think of model railways, they tend to picture popular scales like O, OO or N gauge, which dominate the market. However, there is a whole world of lesser-known or "forgotten" scales that have been quietly gathering a niche...
Kitmaster kits, produced by Rosebud Kitmaster from 1959 to 1962, were influential in British model railway history. These injection-moulded plastic kits covered a wide range of British locomotives and some international engines, known for their...
Semaphore signals, those distinctive mechanical arms that once graced railway lines across the UK, were largely phased out by the late 20th century. Their initial use began in the mid-19th century, becoming a mainstay of British railway signalling...
Graham Farish is a name you’re likely to come across if you're interested in British model railways, especially in the smaller N gauge scale. Established in 1928 and known for its expertise in this niche, Graham Farish became synonymous with...
The UK railway scale is called 00 gauge (pronounced "double-O") due to its origins as a smaller alternative to the existing 0 gauge (zero gauge), which was widely used in model railways during the early 20th century. This naming convention...
Modelling a railway container yard can really add character and realism to your layout. It's a great way to incorporate modern freight into your scene. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you model an effective and detailed container yard: 1....
T-Gauge is the smallest commercially available model railway gauge in the world, with a track width of just 3 mm. Developed in Japan by KK Eishindo in 2006, it is designed for railway modellers who want an incredibly compact yet fully functional...