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Edited by Karl Crowther

MRJ Issue 290
  • Small Suppliers Forum

    p.82

    London Road Models latest kit is for the LNWR/LMS/BR Ramsbottom 0-4-2 Crane tank; Penbits offer two sprung suspension kits for the Heljan Class 52 Western.

    Tags: Small Suppliers Forum

  • The Kentside Branch - an update on progress

    Karl Crowther

    p.83

    4mm/EM

    Significant progress has been made since the philosophy behind the layout was outlined in MRJ 282. Here, Karl Crowther outlines some of the constructional details and relates how the operating sequence has been developed.

    Tags: layouts, operation

  • Filming Stockport Tiviot Dale - a beginner's take

    Richard Challis

    p.90

    Tags: photography

  • 2ft 3in Gauge Wagons in 1/32 scale - Part Two

    Peter Kazer

    p.94

    1:32/NG

    Tags: Corris Railway, narrow gauge, scratchbuilding, Talyllyn Railway, wagons

  • 3D printing, a beginner's perspective

    Johnny Duffett

    p.100

    3D printing seems to be coming increasingly accessible for use within the model railway hobby, with suitable printers being realistically affordable. When we first saw Johnny Duffett's 3D printed LMS Iron Ore hoppers we were really impressed y what it's possible to achieve. A relative newcomer to the technique, Johnny has kindly agreed to give us some insights into his experiences in the use of the technology.

    Tags: 3D printing

  • Glaisden - the final view

    Ian Worthington

    p.103

    4mm/EM

    The arrival of the Coronavirus pandemic has heralded a major change in direction for Ian Worthington's EM exhibition layout Glaisden. After attending several shows, the decision was made to place it permanently inside a purpose designed outbuilding, which has involved a major rebuilding of much of the layout. In this photo feature, where we take a last look at the layout in its original form, Ian explains his thinking behind that decision and outlines his plans for the rebuilt layout.

    Tags: layouts

  • A Wire Fencing technique in 2mm

    E Hartmann

    p.108

    2mm

    Tags: scenery

  • Lockdown 'Piggy Engine' - Scratchbuilding an American wartime S160 in EM gauge

    Pete Hill

    p.109

    4mm/EM

    Tags: locomotives, scratchbuilding

  • EM Gauge Track System

    Alan Bailey

    p.115

    4mm/EM

    The EM Gauge Society's proprietary track system has been a game changer for modelling to these standards, being aimed specifically at enabling an easy introduction for those unfamiliar with building track and pointwork. Here, Alan Bailey, describes his experiences of working with it.

    Tags: track / trackwork / PW / Permanent Way

  • GWR 3-ton Yard Crane in 7mm scale

    Karl Crowther

    p.118

    7mm

    Tags: GWR / Great Western Railway, scratchbuilding