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Which 'Terrier' are you choosing? All three of Hornby's superb and tiny Stroudley 'Terrier' 0-6-0Ts for 'TT:120' scale are now in stock now on the Key Model World Shop. Add them to your collection here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
#tt120 #hornby #modelrailways
November 27, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Black Cat Models' new 1/700 Flower-class corvettes are stunningly detailed miniatures - we take a look inside the initial HMS Begonia release:
#scalemodelling #BlackCatModels
www.keymodelworld.com/article/blac...
November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
We take a look inside Anderson Entertainment's new Thunderbirds Trapped in the Sky combo set of three Thunderbirds models
#GerryAndersonOfficial #officialthunderbirds #scalemodelling
www.keymodelworld.com/article/ande...
November 25, 2025 at 12:43 PM
A third set of 1/48 Jaguar markings from Xtradecal has crossed the KMW workbench; we examine the options on offer:
#scalemodelling
www.keymodelworld.com/article/xtra...
November 24, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Harrier fans have several small-scale two-seat trainers to enjoy, courtesy of Mark I Models, which has released 1/144 offerings in three different boxings... we lift the lid here:
#scalemodelling
www.keymodelworld.com/article/mark...
November 24, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Amongst the most popular and numerous first-generation Diesel Multiple Units were the Class 104 ‘Birmingham’ sets, which gained a reputation for reliable service over more than three decades. We look back at the history of this interesting class. Read more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/clas...
November 23, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Revolution Trains has delivered its eagerly anticipated ‘OO’ gauge model of the WIA articulated car carriers. MIKE WILD inspects this impressive new release in our latest reviews here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/wia-...
#modelrailways #hornbymagazine
November 22, 2025 at 4:14 PM
NEW CARRIAGES FOR TT:120! The Model Centre (TMC) is working on a range of ‘TT:120’ scale BR Mk 2a and Mk2z coaches, which are being developed in conjunction with Heljan. Read more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/tmc-...
November 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM
BLACK FRIDAY DEALS! Save 20% on our exclusive models of Class 40 40145 East Lancashire Railway and Class 47 47817 in Porterbrook purple and white in either DCC ready or DCC sound fitted forms. Check out all the offers here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
November 21, 2025 at 6:30 PM
FINSBURY PARK IN 'OO'! 😱 In this intricately detailed ‘OO’ gauge layout, Matt Gale reveals his superb interpretation of the London home of the ‘Deltics’ during the 1970s and early ‘80s. Read the full feature here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/layo...
#hornbymagazine #modelrailways
November 21, 2025 at 3:52 PM
New to the Bachmann Collectors Club range of exclusive models is this ‘OO’ gauge BR Mk 1 Brake Second Open (BSO), modelling the Railway Technical Centre’s Laboratory 10 (RDB975428) generator coach (Cat No. 39-800K). Read more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/excl...
November 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The BRCW Class 104 has never been available ready-to-run before, but Heljan has delivered its all-new model of the three-car DMU. MIKE WILD takes this new arrival for a test run in words, pictures and video: www.keymodelworld.com/article/brcw...
#modelrailways #hornbymagazine
November 20, 2025 at 3:56 PM
NEW 350 SHUNTER! Accurascale has revealed plans to produce a series of all-new BR Class 08 diesel-electric shunters for ‘OO’ gauge including the Class 08/9 with cutdown cab and 10. Find out more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/accu...
November 20, 2025 at 11:30 AM
One of the stars of the show at the 2025 Great Electric Train Show was Graham Nicolas' stunning Grantham the Streamliner Years. Here he explains how it was built in 'OO' gauge: www.keymodelworld.com/article/gran...
November 15, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Race a real racing driver at Model World LIVE 2026! 🚗💨
Sawyer Models is bringing a unique Scalextric replica of the Silverstone National Circuit to Model World LIVE together with a Championship winning Mini racecar! Find out more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/race...
Race a racing real racing driver at Model World LIVE
Sawyer Models is bringing a unique Scalextric replica of the Silverstone National Circuit to Model World LIVE at the NEC in Birmingham in April 2026 and you can race Daniel Truman Racing’s driver
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November 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM
We've just had a new restock of Rusty Rails Modelling 3D printed accessories for OO for the Key Model World Shop. Here's a behind the scenes of the process at Rusty Rails HQ to get the order shipped out to our warehouse. Shop the full OO gauge range here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
November 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
BACK IN STOCK! The brilliant and versatile Geoscenics Pot Hole Road Kit is now available from Key Model World. The pack contains all the materials you need to create a realistic road surface - just add glue. Get yours here for just £13.49: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
November 11, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Heljan has received an Engineering Prototype running sample of the forthcoming ‘OO’ gauge Class 155. Heljan’s Ben Jones sat down with Mike Wild to discuss this exciting new model. Find out more in words, pictures and video here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/helj...
November 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Have you been building PJM Models kits from the Key Model World Shop? Share you builds here and check out the full range of laser-cut buildings and structures including platforms, signalboxes, depots and more through the Shop here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
November 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
With a choice of two and three-car sets, the Heljan Class 117 is the biggest model produced by Heljan for ‘O’ gauge to date – and it’s impressive! MIKE WILD delves into the details of the Pressed Steel DMUs. Read the full review here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/helj...
November 9, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Bachmann’s next ‘OO’ gauge diesel locomotive project is the BR Class 13 diesel shunter, which is due to arrive before the end of 2025. Rail Brand Manager Richard Proudman joined us in the workshop to explain more about its functions. Read and watch more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/bach...
November 8, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Progress on Topley Dale’s rebuild is currently focused on the complex task of taking the other end of the gradient under the original boards. MIKE WILD explains how as the lines head ‘underground’. Read the latest mini update here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/staf...
November 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM
We're all set and ready for the opening of the IPMS (UK) Scale Model World event at Telford International Centre this weekend. Find us on Stand 1004 with show only subscription offers, the latest books, models for sale and more! Read more here: www.keymodelworld.com/article/ipms...
November 8, 2025 at 8:53 AM
We've received new stocks of PJM Models first catenary kits which we launched last weekend at the Spalding Exhibition - they model cantilever gantries for double track formations. New GBRf crane and depot stocks are also available. See them here: shop.keymodelworld.com/collections/...
November 7, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Airfix's latest surprise announcement is a new-tool 1/24 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-5/G-6; we preview this stunning superkit:
#officialairfix #scalemodelling #MesserschmittBf109 #scalemodels
www.keymodelworld.com/article/airf...
November 7, 2025 at 10:06 AM