Model Rail

Model Rail magazine is the UK's biggest-selling magazine dedicated to railway modelling. Every issue is packed with the country’s finest home and club layouts, stunning photography, unbiased and in-depth product reviews, expert tips, layout plans and step-by-step articles that really show you how. In our unique ‘Workbench’ section, we tackle a wide range of modeling skills and projects. Our expert writers and model-makers will help you to get the most from your hobby and build the layout of your dreams. Model Rail is published 13 times a year, every four weeks.

Welcome

Opening the box • The latest happenings from the world of model railways

PROTOTYPE HST FOR ‘OO’ AND A NEW RAILWAY ICONS BRAND

A CONNOISSEUR'S DREWRY

ANOTHER FINE MESS, MR PORTER!

ON THE WORKBENCH • What new items have appeared in George's workshop this month?

Unusual scenes captured by the lens of Chris Nevard

EXHIBITION DIARY JULY 8-SEPTEMBER 2 2023

News Real What's happening on Britain's railways… • Our full-size railways are constantly evolving, providing fresh inspiration projects. BEN JONES looks at a few of the latest developments that could soon be appearing on our layouts.

Show & Tell • The place to share your projects with the Model Rail community.

Staff Show & Tell 'Tinsley twin' hits the rails • George Dent has completed repairs - and added a few extras - to this exclusive Class 20.

ROAD WORKS • Following up his recent Workbench feature on roads, PETER MARRIOTT trials a couple of techniques for imparting a worn appearance to the asphalt.

Inside track with Ben Ando

Banks for the memories • With plenty of space at his disposal, Neil Stanley was free to indulge his desire to build a layout that took him back to his trainspotting days.

MIX DON'T MATCH! • Variety is the spice of life, says Chris Leigh, so why do modellers want matching rakes of carriages and wagons? Let's explore some options.

HOW TO BUILD SOUTHERN PRIDE'S BULLEID TAVERN CARS • Chris Leigh employs a pair of innovative plastic kits to recreate Bulleid's controversial, thirst-quenching tavern cars.

Workbench • 15 pages of projects, advice and top tips that show you how

HOW TO CUSTOMISE A HORNBY CLASS 31 • Changing a locomotive's identity and adding a few extra details is an enjoyable pastime, creating something unique for your layout. George Dent shows you how.

HOW TO ANIMATE A PUMP TROLLEY • They're often remembered for their comedy value on television and the big screen, but working models are not readily available. Graham Goodchild shows how you can make an animated pump trolley using simple techniques.

HOW TO BUILD A CLASS 150/2 DMU IN ‘O’ GAUGE • Dave Lowery shares his wisdom while assembling a multi-media kit, featuring metal and resin parts.

HOW TO CREATE BUSHES AND HEDGES WITH HORSEHAIR • Peter Marriott and George Dent explain how rubberised horsehair can be harnessed to produce great scenic results.

Know your stuff • This is where our team of experienced modellers answer YOUR questions. Email your queries about railways – real or model – to modelrail@bauermedia.co.uk

KNOW YOUR… LIVERIES PART 21: Ex-LMS steam traction - their final years under BR • Paul Chancellor presents a selection of fascinating images featuring former LMS steam traction during the last two years of BR steam operation.

Spanning the decades • Ian Griffiths’ painstakingly constructed rendition of the West Meon Viaduct was so good that it is now enjoying a solo career as a diorama.

Reviews • In-depth and unbiased reviews of the latest products

Dapol LSWR ‘B4’ 0-4-0T • ◆ GAUGE ‘0’ ◆ MODEL Dapol 7S-018-003 LSWR ‘B4’ 0-4-0T Southern lined black, No....