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

The latest expansion of Heljan’s O gauge range sees the manufacturer turn to the world of second-generation DMUs for the first time with what could be considered a toe-in-the-water exercise. Previous

Overhauls, restorations and running notes

◆GAUGE ‘O’ ◆ MODEL Heljan 53291 Class 153 diesel railcar 153356 London Midland green/grey ◆ PRICE £399.00 (DCC-ready), £519.00 (DCC sound-fitted) ◆AVAILABILITY Heljan stockists Web www.heljan.co.uk

◆ GAUGE ‘TT:120’ ◆ MODEL Hornby TT3039M LBSCR ‘Terrier’ No. 40 Brighton ◆ PRICE £159.99 ◆ AVAILABILITY Hornby ‘TT:120’ stockists Web www.hornby.com

As 2025 draws to a conclusion, it’s time to look back at another varied year on Britain’s railways, and, as ever, there have been many developments, not all for the better, but plenty of good news as