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DRS Class 47s are in focus as Tim Shackleton shows how to introduce subtle differences in your weathering treatments that make the most of existing detail and livery variations: www.keymodelworld.com/article/how-...
January 29, 2026 at 11:10 AM
DRS Class 47s are in focus as Tim Shackleton shows how to introduce subtle differences in your weathering treatments that make the most of existing detail and livery variations: www.keymodelworld.com/article/how-...
HSTs have been a popular subject this weekend with the launch of the 125 Group's repainted power cars, so we went looking back at images from past. What are your favourite memories of the Class 43 High Speed Trains? Read more about the Class 43s here: www.keymodelworld.com/class-43
January 25, 2026 at 2:10 PM
HSTs have been a popular subject this weekend with the launch of the 125 Group's repainted power cars, so we went looking back at images from past. What are your favourite memories of the Class 43 High Speed Trains? Read more about the Class 43s here: www.keymodelworld.com/class-43
Step back to the 1960s on the Cambrian Coast at Penhalig - William Plant's ‘OO’ gauge exhibition layout, capturing the scene in the days of steam: www.keymodelworld.com/article/penh...
January 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Step back to the 1960s on the Cambrian Coast at Penhalig - William Plant's ‘OO’ gauge exhibition layout, capturing the scene in the days of steam: www.keymodelworld.com/article/penh...
The 125 Group revealed THREE repainted HST power cars and a trio of Mk 3 trailers yesterday at UKRL's Loughborough Works - but which one is your favourite? We can't wait to see these out on the main line on railtours in 2026. #125group #highspeedtrain
January 24, 2026 at 2:55 PM
The 125 Group revealed THREE repainted HST power cars and a trio of Mk 3 trailers yesterday at UKRL's Loughborough Works - but which one is your favourite? We can't wait to see these out on the main line on railtours in 2026. #125group #highspeedtrain
Hump Shunting: Perhaps one of the most striking features of the post-war railway was the hump marshalling yard, which provided endless entertainment for those lucky enough to see one at work, as Evan Green-Hughes describes here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/rail...
January 23, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Hump Shunting: Perhaps one of the most striking features of the post-war railway was the hump marshalling yard, which provided endless entertainment for those lucky enough to see one at work, as Evan Green-Hughes describes here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/rail...
Heljan’s latest batch of ‘OO’ gauge Class 33s models the standard width Class 33/0s and includes upgraded LED lights, an option for factory-fitted sound and twin speakers in all models. Check out our thoughts here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/revi...
January 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Heljan’s latest batch of ‘OO’ gauge Class 33s models the standard width Class 33/0s and includes upgraded LED lights, an option for factory-fitted sound and twin speakers in all models. Check out our thoughts here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/revi...
What do you think to this? Tim Shackleton models one of the more enigmatic ‘might-have-beens’ from the 1955 Modernisation Plan – the cabless Class 20 booster locomotive. Read the full feature here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/mode...
January 22, 2026 at 11:05 AM
What do you think to this? Tim Shackleton models one of the more enigmatic ‘might-have-beens’ from the 1955 Modernisation Plan – the cabless Class 20 booster locomotive. Read the full feature here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/mode...
The GBRf Class 69 is an interesting design which owes its existence to a desire for additional freight traction at a time when new locomotives were not available, as Evan Green-Hughes explains all here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/real...
January 21, 2026 at 2:05 PM
The GBRf Class 69 is an interesting design which owes its existence to a desire for additional freight traction at a time when new locomotives were not available, as Evan Green-Hughes explains all here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/real...
A pair of Class 56 models have been commissioned by Ultimate Model Railways from Cavalex Models to replicate unique main line operational locomotive 56301/56045 which is now owned by operated by DC Rail. Read and watch more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/ulti...
January 21, 2026 at 10:54 AM
A pair of Class 56 models have been commissioned by Ultimate Model Railways from Cavalex Models to replicate unique main line operational locomotive 56301/56045 which is now owned by operated by DC Rail. Read and watch more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/ulti...
The GB Railfreight Class 69 fleet has rapidly gained popularity with its wide variety of liveries and reuse of the Class 56 locomotives. MIKE WILD finds out what Bachmann’s eagerly awaited ‘OO’ gauge model has to offer in words, pictures and video: www.keymodelworld.com/article/bach...
January 20, 2026 at 2:20 PM
The GB Railfreight Class 69 fleet has rapidly gained popularity with its wide variety of liveries and reuse of the Class 56 locomotives. MIKE WILD finds out what Bachmann’s eagerly awaited ‘OO’ gauge model has to offer in words, pictures and video: www.keymodelworld.com/article/bach...
FIRST LOOK! Production samples of Key Publishing’s exclusive collection of Hornby ‘OO’ gauge IIA-D Drax biomass wagons have been received and approved for production ahead of their delivery in the second quarter of 2026. Read more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/excl...
January 16, 2026 at 12:05 PM
FIRST LOOK! Production samples of Key Publishing’s exclusive collection of Hornby ‘OO’ gauge IIA-D Drax biomass wagons have been received and approved for production ahead of their delivery in the second quarter of 2026. Read more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/excl...
Get ready for Airfix's 2026 releases - we preview the range here:
#scalemodelling #officialairfix
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#scalemodelling #officialairfix
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January 14, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Get ready for Airfix's 2026 releases - we preview the range here:
#scalemodelling #officialairfix
www.keymodelworld.com/article/airf...
#scalemodelling #officialairfix
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ICM's collection of 1/32 World War Two aircraft marches on here, with a build of the firm's new-tool Henschel Hs 123A-1 (Late):
#scalemodelling
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#scalemodelling
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January 14, 2026 at 3:07 PM
ICM's collection of 1/32 World War Two aircraft marches on here, with a build of the firm's new-tool Henschel Hs 123A-1 (Late):
#scalemodelling
www.keymodelworld.com/article/icm-...
#scalemodelling
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🚨 MEGA January Book Sale - up to 92% OFF! 🚨
Kickstart the year with HUGE savings on must-read books across aviation, railway, military, history, modelling & more!
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Kickstart the year with HUGE savings on must-read books across aviation, railway, military, history, modelling & more!
Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
👉 Shop now - bit.ly/MegaBookSale
January 13, 2026 at 6:01 PM
🚨 MEGA January Book Sale - up to 92% OFF! 🚨
Kickstart the year with HUGE savings on must-read books across aviation, railway, military, history, modelling & more!
Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
👉 Shop now - bit.ly/MegaBookSale
Kickstart the year with HUGE savings on must-read books across aviation, railway, military, history, modelling & more!
Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
👉 Shop now - bit.ly/MegaBookSale
Remaining stock of 66794 on sale now! The remaining stock of Key Publishing's limited edition Accurascale OO gauge model of Class 66 66794 in GB Railfreight triple grey with Petroleum sector markings is available now. Add it to your collection here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
January 12, 2026 at 2:09 PM
Remaining stock of 66794 on sale now! The remaining stock of Key Publishing's limited edition Accurascale OO gauge model of Class 66 66794 in GB Railfreight triple grey with Petroleum sector markings is available now. Add it to your collection here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
With the arrival of the first of a new range of laser-cut catenary gantries by PJM Models for ‘OO’ gauge, MIKE WILD shows how to build and install them to provide a realistic overhead system. Read the full modelling guide here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/buil...
January 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM
With the arrival of the first of a new range of laser-cut catenary gantries by PJM Models for ‘OO’ gauge, MIKE WILD shows how to build and install them to provide a realistic overhead system. Read the full modelling guide here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/buil...
If you have pre-ordered our exclusive Accurascale Class 66 modelling 66794 in GBRf Petroleum livery and haven't completed your balance payment yet, please contact our customer services team on 01780 755151 or via [email protected]
January 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM
If you have pre-ordered our exclusive Accurascale Class 66 modelling 66794 in GBRf Petroleum livery and haven't completed your balance payment yet, please contact our customer services team on 01780 755151 or via [email protected]
NEW ARRIVALS! The latest Hornby TT:120 scale Class 50s are here and in stock now on the Key Model World Shop. The new versions model 50016 Barham in BR blue and 50035 Ark Royal in Network SouthEast colours. Check out the new additions here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
January 8, 2026 at 4:35 PM
NEW ARRIVALS! The latest Hornby TT:120 scale Class 50s are here and in stock now on the Key Model World Shop. The new versions model 50016 Barham in BR blue and 50035 Ark Royal in Network SouthEast colours. Check out the new additions here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
Atlantis has repackaged the classic Revell-USA 1/56 Boeing IM-99 BOMARC missile kit - we take a look at the contents:
#scalemodelling #AtlantisToyAndHobby #Amerangltd
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#scalemodelling #AtlantisToyAndHobby #Amerangltd
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January 6, 2026 at 10:59 AM
Atlantis has repackaged the classic Revell-USA 1/56 Boeing IM-99 BOMARC missile kit - we take a look at the contents:
#scalemodelling #AtlantisToyAndHobby #Amerangltd
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#scalemodelling #AtlantisToyAndHobby #Amerangltd
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Accurascale’s range of Great Western Railway ‘Pannier’ tanks for ‘OO’ gauge has touched down, with Ben Church seeing if these new models really are top of the bill in our full review with video: www.keymodelworld.com/article/accu...
December 31, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Accurascale’s range of Great Western Railway ‘Pannier’ tanks for ‘OO’ gauge has touched down, with Ben Church seeing if these new models really are top of the bill in our full review with video: www.keymodelworld.com/article/accu...
DOUBLE DECK EMU: The unique pair of Southern Region high-density 4-DD Electric Multiple Units are the latest release from KR Models set to entice third-rail modellers. Mike WIld takes a closer look at this new ‘OO’ gauge model in words, pictures and video: www.keymodelworld.com/article/doub...
December 29, 2025 at 11:37 AM
DOUBLE DECK EMU: The unique pair of Southern Region high-density 4-DD Electric Multiple Units are the latest release from KR Models set to entice third-rail modellers. Mike WIld takes a closer look at this new ‘OO’ gauge model in words, pictures and video: www.keymodelworld.com/article/doub...
CLAY HOODS FOR 'OO': These distinctive wagons ran across the South West for many years – and are now available in 4mm:1ft scale from Accurascale. Mark Chivers assesses these new arrivals: www.keymodelworld.com/article/accu...
December 28, 2025 at 11:35 AM
CLAY HOODS FOR 'OO': These distinctive wagons ran across the South West for many years – and are now available in 4mm:1ft scale from Accurascale. Mark Chivers assesses these new arrivals: www.keymodelworld.com/article/accu...
IN STOCK NOW! Check out the Hornby Stroudley 'Terrier' 0-6-0Ts for TT:120 scale. All three locomotives together with matching four-wheel carriages are all available now from the Key Model World Shop. Check out the full range here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
December 26, 2025 at 11:28 AM
IN STOCK NOW! Check out the Hornby Stroudley 'Terrier' 0-6-0Ts for TT:120 scale. All three locomotives together with matching four-wheel carriages are all available now from the Key Model World Shop. Check out the full range here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
MAKING A SCENE: The village hall is the heart of many communities - but is rarely modelled. Dan Evason shows how to create a venue for flower shows, fetes and much more in ‘OO’ gauge. www.keymodelworld.com/article/maki...
December 24, 2025 at 11:30 AM
MAKING A SCENE: The village hall is the heart of many communities - but is rarely modelled. Dan Evason shows how to create a venue for flower shows, fetes and much more in ‘OO’ gauge. www.keymodelworld.com/article/maki...
Chinese firm Hobby Boss has released what may just be the most accurate 1/72 TBM-3 Avenger yet; we examine the contents here:
#scalemodelling #TrumpeterModel
www.keymodelworld.com/article/hobb...
#scalemodelling #TrumpeterModel
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December 23, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Chinese firm Hobby Boss has released what may just be the most accurate 1/72 TBM-3 Avenger yet; we examine the contents here:
#scalemodelling #TrumpeterModel
www.keymodelworld.com/article/hobb...
#scalemodelling #TrumpeterModel
www.keymodelworld.com/article/hobb...