Main Lines: 19th September 2026
Welcome to this week's Main Lines.
In the real-world railways this week, major Transpennine Route Upgrade work is getting underway around Huddersfield, including two new tracks and further station improvements. A £7.1 million package of upgrades is also beginning on the East Coast Main Line between Newcastle and Scotland, while Balgray station near Barrhead is preparing to welcome its first passengers later this month.
On the heritage scene, the Severn Valley Railway’s four-day Autumn Steam Gala is underway, bringing together an impressive line-up including visiting locomotives 46115 Scots Guardsman, 3850, 41313, 5526, 9681 and 80097, alongside members of the home fleet. The East Lancashire Railway also begins its Autumn Diesel Gala today, while the Ruislip Lido Railway is preparing for a special behind-the-scenes weekend with its locomotives, workshop and maintenance vehicles on display.
In the world of model railways, PIKO and Roco have revealed extensive September release programmes covering several scales, while KATO has expanded its Sekisui Main Line range with the OSCAR 0-4-0ST, RACHEL coach and Mini Diorama Kit. ESU has introduced new sound, power and smoke accessories, Roco has expanded its Z21 NEWGen digital control range, and Dapol has detailed a substantial batch of OO Gauge locomotives, coaches and wagons due in October and November.
In This Issue:
British Model Railway News
European Model Railway News
British Model Railway News
Gaugemaster Collection Class 47 Sale
We are now offering up to a massive 60% off some of the Gaugemaster Collection locos, but these deals are only while stocks last. Grab yours now and add this iconic locomotive to your layout fleet.
OO Gauge Releases: October/November
Dapol has announced a major new batch of OO gauge model railway releases, with an extensive selection of locomotives, coaches and wagons scheduled to arrive between October and November.
N Gauge Releases: October/November
Dapol have announced the latest releases for their N gauge range, these models are due for release between October and November.
O Gauge Releases: October/November
Dapol have announced the latest releases for their O gauge range, these models are due for release between October and November.
Additional Products Added
ESU has unveiled a selection of new products designed to take model railway sound, reliability and realism to the next level, giving modellers more options for upgrading locomotives equipped with ESU LokSound and LokPilot decoders.
Kapton Tape Announced
Layout Concepts have announced a new range of Kapton Tape, offering useful options for a wide variety of modelling, electronics and workshop applications.
80th Anniversary Wagons Sets
PECO are celebrating their 80th Anniversary with three special ready-to-run wagon packs covering TT:120, N Gauge and OO-9.
New Range Now Available
We are delighted to welcome Miniocity to Gaugemaster, bringing with it a fantastic new range of affordable scenery, figures, buildings and accessories for model railway layouts and miniature scenes.
Japanese Model Railway News
New Announcements
KATO has announced an exciting expansion to its Sekisui Main Line range, headed by the characterful 0-4-0ST Emeslett locomotive OSCAR.
A Deeper Look at Oscar and Rachel
These updates come straight from the source and showcase the latest announcements, upcoming releases, and developments from across the world of KATO model railways.
European Model Railway News
New Item Releases
Fleischmann have announced a new selection of September 2026 releases, including new liveries on locomotives and new rolling stock.
Latest Bargains
A new selection of Fleischmann N Gauge bargains is now available, covering locomotives, multiple units, coaches and freight stock from across Europe.
New Item Announced
LGB have announced a new selection of G Scale locomotives and rolling stock, led by two very different locomotive releases.
Latest Releases
LGB have announced another varied selection of G Scale releases, led by two distinctive locomotives.
New Item Announcements
Märklin have announced a substantial selection of Autumn 2026 new items, with highlights ranging from classic steam and diesel locomotives to modern electric traction and special train packs.
Latest Releases
Märklin have announced a broad selection of new releases covering steam, diesel and electric-era operation, alongside passenger, freight and specialist rolling stock.
New Item Announcements
PIKO have announced a wide-ranging selection of new releases across their G Scale, H0, TT and N Gauge ranges.
Latest Releases
PIKO have announced a wide-ranging selection of new releases across their G Scale, H0, TT and N Gauge ranges.
Z21 newGen Announced
Roco has announced the latest additions to its Z21 NEWGen range, expanding its digital model railway control system with a new Basic Starter Pack, Professional Starter Pack and next-generation WLANMAUS hand controller.
Latest Releases
Roco have announced a broad selection of September 2026 releases, with new steam, diesel and electric locomotives covering railways across Germany, France, Switzerland, Austria and Eastern Europe.
Latest Bargains
A large selection of Roco bargains is now available, covering steam, diesel and electric locomotives alongside passenger stock, freight wagons, track and accessories.
New Item Announcements
Trix and Minitrix have announced a strong selection of Autumn 2026 new items, with diesel traction featuring heavily across the range.
Latest Releases
Trix have announced another varied selection of new models, with highlights spanning steam, diesel and electric traction.
Other News
New Items Announced
Corgi have announced a wide-ranging new selection of collectable models, including fresh releases across their James Bond, Flying Aces and Aviation Archive ranges.
Additional Items Added
We have expanded our Corgi range with a substantial selection of additional diecast models covering aviation, classic vehicles, military subjects and collectables.
Latest Releases
Herpa have announced a substantial new selection of vehicle models, covering everything from classic cars and modern road vehicles to emergency services, commercial transport and specialist machinery.
Latest Releases
Preiser and Merten have announced their latest releases, included in this release are a set of German Police Officers in summer uniform, a set of postal delivery workers and customers and a 1:87th scale model of Pope Leo the 14th.
New Item Announced
Shesto have introduced a useful selection of new tools and accessories for the modelling workbench, including the Modelcraft Rivet Tool Set and Lightcraft Dual-Lens LED Magnifier.
Check out the new items that have arrived into stock since the last Main Lines update. The list might be a bit long, but it's packed with exciting finds we think you'll love.
End of The Line
That's the end of the line for this week. We will be back next week with another packed edition of Main Lines.
Until then, Happy Modelling
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