Model Rail magazine’s editor rounds up the latest modelling news

Much of Bachmann’s recent output in the way of new OO gauge diesel locomotive tooling has focused on revamping existing types, this variously encompassing Classes 08, 20, 37, 47 and 66. It is nice, th

◆ GAUGE ‘OO’ ◆ MODEL Bachmann Branchline 35-945 BR Class 13 D4502, BR green with ‘wasp’ stripes ◆ PRICE £399.95-£569.95 ◆ AVAILABILITY Bachmann stockists Web www.bachmann.co.uk

◆ GAUGE ‘OO’ ◆ MODEL Heljan 3423 Class 33/0 33057, BR blue ◆ PRICE £199.00 (DCC-ready), £299.00 (DCC sound) ◆ AVAILABILITY Heljan stockists Web www.heljan.co.uk

Overhauls, restorations and running notes

When I started trainspotting in April 1981, it was at Berkswell Station, between Coventry and Birmingham International, and a five-mile bike ride from my home town of Kenilworth. I’d tried Tile Hill s