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

Overhauls, restorations and running notes

◆ 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 Rapido Trains UK Andrew Barclay Fireless 040 No. 1952 Shell Mex yellow ◆ PRICE £139.95 (DCC-ready), £249.95 (DCC sound) ◆ AVAILABILITY Rapido Trains UK stockists Web www.rapidotrains.co.uk

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