KR Models have today issued a 'statement' confirming what I have believed was going to happen for sometime that they have officially gone in to Liquidation. I will not copy the 'statement' but it can be read here and it essentially blames everything and everyone but themselves. The reasons for the demise of KR Models … Continue reading KR Models go into liquidation
Tag: Kernow Model Rail Centre
KMRC to donate £20 for every Hornby R30469 4 VEP 3417 Gordon Pettitt sale to the SETG
Following yesterday's further Hornby 2026 range announcement that included a model of the preserved 4-Vep 3417 'Gordon Pettitt', Kernow Model Rail Centre are to continue their support of The Southern Electric Traction Group and will donate £20 from each sale of the Hornby Model Railways R30469 Class 423 4 VEP Train Pack 3417 Gordon Pettitt … Continue reading KMRC to donate £20 for every Hornby R30469 4 VEP 3417 Gordon Pettitt sale to the SETG
Hornby announce further models as part of their 2026 00 gauge range
Hornby have today announced further models as part of their 00 gauge range for 2026. As with last year their regular announcements will generally focus on items that will be delivered within 12 months, there will be at least one further announcement to come, in probably in October. The new SR / BR(s) relevant announced … Continue reading Hornby announce further models as part of their 2026 00 gauge range
One Industry, One Message: Now is the time to back Independent Retailers #KeeponRailwayModelling
The model railway industry, though small and sometimes challenged, has consistently adapted and evolved. It has withstood world wars, global recessions, and pandemics. While famous brands have come and gone, the core strength remains: the independent model shop, a sector recognised as the most vital component by those who understand the industry best. Our industry … Continue reading One Industry, One Message: Now is the time to back Independent Retailers #KeeponRailwayModelling
Bachmann Spring British Railways Announcements include LBSC livery coaches
Bachmann Europe have revealed today its spring 2026 British Railway Announcements that includes LBSC Raw Umber livery versions of the ex LBSC IoW coaches in the EFE Rail range and new livery versions of the SR 12T Covered van in the Bachmann Branchline range. Following the delivery of EFE Rail’s OO Scale Isle of Wight … Continue reading Bachmann Spring British Railways Announcements include LBSC livery coaches
Hornby announce first part of their 2026 00 gauge range and includes new tooled Rebuilt Merchant Navy pacific – A round up of new SR/BR(s) items [Updated 15/01/26]
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Hornby have today announced the first part of their forthcoming 00 gauge range for 2026. Like last year Hornby have advised that their announcements will generally focus on items that will be delivered within 12 months, so as last year there will be further announcements to come during the year in April, June and October. … Continue reading Hornby announce first part of their 2026 00 gauge range and includes new tooled Rebuilt Merchant Navy pacific – A round up of new SR/BR(s) items [Updated 15/01/26]
EFE Rail Class 74s and ex LBSC Isle of Wight coaches arrive.
The EFE Rail range Class 74, first announced in January, and the ex LBSC Isle of Wight coaches announced in March have now started to arrive at retailers. I have been responsible for developing both these new tooled models in my role with Kernow Model Rail Centre). EFE Rail Class 74 Ten locomotives were rebuilt … Continue reading EFE Rail Class 74s and ex LBSC Isle of Wight coaches arrive.
SR Newsround #November 25
Although I try and bring you any SR / BR(s) related model news as soon as it is announced, especially new tooling etc., sometimes smaller snippets of news do not necessarily justify a dedicated post, or simply time gets in the way etc. This is the first of an 'SR Newsround' style post to capture … Continue reading SR Newsround #November 25
EFE Rail Adams T3 decorated samples revealed
The EFE Rail London & South Western Railway (LSWR) 4-4-0 T3 Class were announced at the 2024 Bachmann Collectors Club Members Day held at the Swanage Railway. I have developed these models in my role with Kernow Model Rail Centre for the Bachmann EFE Rail brand. Decorated samples of the five versions being initially produced have been revealed. Sound … Continue reading EFE Rail Adams T3 decorated samples revealed
Opportunity to own an 00 gauge 4-Vep EMU 3417 ‘Gordon Pettitt’, and support its preservation.
As I reported here Kernow Model Rail Centre have, along with Gaugemaster, The Winchester Railway Modellers and exceptional EMU Modeller Dan Havlik united to help raise funds for the ongoing preservation and operation of Southern Electric Traction Group (SETG) heritage 4-Vep EMU 3417 ‘Gordon Pettitt’, the only preserved and mainline-registered Electric Multiple Unit in the UK, by producing unique 00 gauge models … Continue reading Opportunity to own an 00 gauge 4-Vep EMU 3417 ‘Gordon Pettitt’, and support its preservation.