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

◆ GAUGE 'OO' ◆ MODEL Hornby R30449 Hitachi IEP Class 800 driving car twin-pack (£149.99) • R40488 MS coach • R40489 MC coach (£34.99 each) ◆ AVAILABILITY Hornby stockists Web www.hornby.com

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