◆ 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

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 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

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