How to bring locomotives back to life

A big fan of the Sulzer Type 2s, George Dent has been tinkering with one of Model Rail ’s latest exclusive offerings, stirring thoughts of years gone by.

D3265 – Llangollen: Work has continued on the overhaul of the Class 08 based in North Wales, with a start made on looking at the valves and guides and also pressure testing of the block itself. Firstl

Want models of your favourite locomotives? CHRIS LEIGH changed the identity of a Hornby Bulleid ‘Pacific’ to evoke some special memories.

He’s not a ‘perfectionist’ but CHRIS LEIGH does set himself certain standards and one of them affects the ‘condition’ of his models.

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George Dent explains how a layered approach to weathering has given a pair of Rapido’s excellent BR Fish vans a suitably lived-in appearance.