Today we add yet another 00 scale model review to the Loco Model Reviews Page. This one is a very important addition – a type is of LMS origin, that could be found almost anywhere on the UK rail network doing almost anything asked of it! Without further ado, let’s look at Hornby’s super-detailed version…
There are currently three examples of this model in working condition in the Locoyard collection, all DCC chipped; one with a minor modification, another more so – with a Golden Arrow bunker extension kit fitted (below). In fact I’ve also got another two models; one is broken for spares and I’ve owned 2 others in…
For the first time in a few weeks, it is time for a model review! This time, the subject is Bachmann’s 56xx 0-6-2T, which proves to be a big hit on Locoyard…
There have been almost two months of teasers that this model would be reviewed soon – so here it is – the S&DJR Bachmann 7F 2-8-0!
A rather unplanned and surprise locomotive model review this week! This is a review of Hornby’s 00 scale version of Gresley’s successful N2 class – a popular model train subject since Hornby Dublo days.
Today we review of a very much appreciated Christmas present (thank you Mrs Locoyard!) Without further ado, we look at Bachmann’s LNER A1 class.
This review is of a keenly priced model for the younger enthusiast. It is aimed at the budget end of the market, whilst the discerning modeler has the option spending more and going for the better, but more expensive Bachmann version (click here for the review of the Bachmann Jinty). The Hornby Jinty 3F can…
This model is one of the most hotly anticipated Southern models of modern times. The South Eastern and Chatham Railway’s C class is a very elegant locomotive; made all the more attractive when painted in the railway’s complex lined green. The only survivor of the class, number 592 is a popular member of the Bluebell…
Hornby produce a number of locomotives that share the 0-4-0 chassis – the Caledonian Pug, class 06 diesel shunter, and three side-tank models; the Industrial Class D; the GWR Holden Tank and a fictional ex-Thomas the Tank engine model, the subject of today’s loco review. This locomotive is fictional, but is very losely based on
Hornby produce a number of locomotives that share the 0-4-0 chassis – the Caledonian Pug, class 06 diesel shunter, and three side-tank models; a fictional ex-Thomas the Tank engine the Class D and the GWR Holden Tank, the subject of today’s loco review. As with the Class D; the GWR Holden tank is based on…
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