The Cabinet: 18th December 2025

The Cabinet: 18th December 2025

Welcome to the latest edition of our Diecast and Collectables newsletter - The Cabinet.

 

This newsletter is the home of all things diecast and collectable, including news from Oxford Diecast, Wiking, Herpa, and all the other collectable ranges we stock. This dedicated newsletter also contains all the exciting new releases from these brands.


 

Love is the reason, it's always the real thing, or so it goes. One of the most synonymous advertising campaigns with Christmas is the Coca-Cola advert, with many heralding it as the start of the Christmas Period. With the Coke tour truck making its rounds, you two can add the fun and enjoyment to your models. Check out these Coca-Cola themed items - perfect for stocking fillers and gifts for any modeller or collector.

 


Herpa Releases

 

 

Herpa Vehicles Releases: December 2025
 

Take a look at the vehicles being released by Herpa this month. The shipment will be arriving with us soon, so if there is something you are after, make sure to get your orders in to avoid missing out.

 

Herpa Wings Releases: December 2025
 

Take a look at the aircraft being released by Herpa this month. The shipment will be arriving with us soon, so if there is something you are after, make sure to get your orders in to avoid missing out.


Oxford Diecast Releases

 

Oxford Diecast Releases: December 2025
 

The Oxford Diecast December new releases are here - arriving perfectly in time for Christmas. Among the standout additions are the eye-catching 1:76 Coca-Cola Christmas Scania T-Cab livery returning in time for the festive season, and the brand-new tooled Bedford MK, both expected to be popular additions to many collections. 


Wiking Announcements

 

 

Wiking Announcements: December 2025
 

Emerging from new moulds, the Volvo F88 takes on new logistics jobs in the product range thanks to its stanchion flatbed. The presence of Swedish trucks in the portfolio is further strengthened by a high-sided flatbed truck that sits on Scania 111 LBT chassis.

 

Wiking New Items Announcements: November 2025
 

November sees the announcement of some interesting cars (including a Cooper T45), a nice selection of commercial vehicles and a new Fire Engine. Watch out Santas about in his brand new Porsche as well.


New Arrivals Into Stock

Check out the latest new arrivals from some of the leading names in diecast and collectables since the last issue. The list might be a bit long, but it's packed with exciting finds we think you'll love. Don't worry if something is no longer in stock; if it's on the list, we can usually obtain more!


The Shelf Is Full.

That's it for this edition of The Cabinet, and we have reached the end of this month's news and announcements. We will be back next month with the next edition of The Cabinet, but until then... Happy Collecting!


Before You Go...

If you are interested in other areas of the hobby, or looking for a new past time, then why not check out one of our other publications. Published thougout the month at different intervals, these publications complament the breaking news behind these subjects, and bring you the latest news in one convienient place.

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