Main Lines: 25th October 2025
Welcome to this week's Main Lines.
This weeks railway news saw a Major fleet update for Eurostar, after signing a multi-billion-euro deal with Alstom for a new fleet of double-deck high-speed trains, dubbed “Celestia”. These will be the first major double-decked passenger trains operating through the Channel Tunnel into the UK, offering around 20% more capacity and aiming to enter service from 2031.
In modelling News, Heljan reveal their latest Class 37 models, Dapol release a new 20t Brakevan, New Iems announced from Kato USA (including three rather nice starter sets), Peco announce some more N Gauge Laser Cut Kits and Herpa share their latest release information.
Dont forget we have a Hornby Sale running, be sure to grab a bargain while stock last.
In This Issue:
British Railway News
British Model Railway Announcements
Hornby Sale: Grab a Bargain while stocks last
Take a look through the Hornby Sale and grab a bargain before they are gone. These items have all been reduced to clear and will not be restocked.
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Revealled at the MIOG (Modern Imaage O Gauge) show in Crewe, This latest batch of Class 37/5's and 37/7's are going to be very popular with anyone modelling 1980's British Railways.
OO Gauge Updates
Dapol have shared the latest EP updates for their upcoming Class 323 EMUs.
O Gauge Announcements: 20t Brake Vans
Dapol is delighted to announce the launch of their third production run of British Rail Standard 20T Brake Vans with brand new liveries, along with some old favourites.
New N Gauge Laser Cut Kits
Peco are delighted to introduce a new range of detailed laser-cut wood kits, which capture the charm of a typical 1960s-style semi-detached block, complete with front and rear elevations and the option to assemble a fully enclosed building.
Continental Railway Announcements
Noch Funny Scenes
Announced earlier this year, These scenes are a great way to add a bit of humour to your model railway.
Rock and Roll Train: AC/DC Locomotive
Announced by Marklin and Trix in April, This locomotive has proved to be very popular with both Railway modellers and AC/DC collectors.
New Starter Sets, Locomotives and Train Pack
Take a look through this month's announcements from Kato USA.
Other Model Railway News
Herpa Vehicle Releases: October 2025
Herpa have announced their releases for this month, including a Basic Iveco Hauber Dump Truck in a fetching Green perfect for use on models and dioramas.
Herpa Wings Releases: October 2025
Herpa have announced their aircraft releases for this month. Included is the famous Goodyear Zeppelin.
New Arrivals Into Stock This Week
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. Don't forget to set your preferences to make sure you receive any other newsletters coming soon, the first of these will be Kits & Bits released on Friday 6th May.
Until then, happy Modelling
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