Model Rail No 148 October 2010
6 Big Picture
A preview of Hillingdon Railway Modeller's '0' gauge layout 'East Dean1.
News
Three ail-new ready-to-run models announced, all the latest from MODEL RAIL LIVE and more!
12 Reviews
Bachmann's Class 105 'Cravens' DMU, Dapoi's all-new 'N' gauge 'Britannia' and Heljan's latest Class 26s.
26 Workbench Test
George Dent trials Geoscenics' wagon load kit that promises heightened realism for your wagon fleet.
30 St Marnock shed 53
A new purchase not only rekindled happy memories for Mike Bisset but it led to this super '0' gauge shed layout.
childhood memories of EMUs, as Kevin Walsh relates.
85 Top '20'
The Class 20 is an icon in the annals of British diesel locomotive history. Darren Sherwood-Jones builds one in '0' gauge.
90 Roundleigh
What happens if you want an urban scene and landscape in one layout? Barry Smith came up with the answer in 'N' gauge.
94 Masterclass: Water
A water feature will become a focal point. And, as Peter Marriott explains, making water is not as difficult as you might think.
102 Master-plan: FengateTMDffi
Ben Jones suggests a layout inspired by two contemporary diesel depots that are both set in a traditional railway environment.
28 Model Mail
Your views on the modelling world and 38 SUPERTEST: "TUrntableS FS1 recent issues of Model Rail.
A turntable is a must-have accessory. George Dent assesses all the turntables on the market and offers advice on how to install them,
46 Heart of Card 53
This is no set of low relief shops! Dave O'Rourke built and improved Superquick's imposing mechanised coaling tower.
48 Model Rail Live 53
MODEL RAIL LIVE is just weeks away. Here is everything you need to know about this unique new event
52 Run it like a real shed 53
Richard Foster and former LMR engineman Bob Hodson explain how you can make your shed layout more realistic.
60 Paint and preparation
George Dent explains not only how to mix your own shades, but also how to properly prepare a model for paint.
66 Shed bashing 5}
Flavio De Rosa describes how to make a couple of Bachmann Scenecraft shed buildings even more realistic.
74 Peter's Evening Projects
Peter Marriott suggests a couple of jobs that will add life to your layout and are ideal if you find yourself with a spare evening.
76 Netherhall & Fletching
Uckf ield MRC's recreation of Sussex Southern Region third-rail was inspired by
51 Model Rail DVD offer
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64 Subscription Offer
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72 Model Rail Shop
Buy exclusive models online or by telephone from our all-new shop.
108 Q&A
Your modelling questions answered by fellow readers, experienced and expert
modellers.
112 Show & Tell
Another fine selection of your home-grown modelling projects.
114 Exhibition Diary
What's on in your area this month?
168 Buyer Directory
The A-Z guide to this month's advertisers. Remember to mention you saw it in Model Rail.
169 Backscene
Chris Leigh always has the last word.
170 Next Issue
Our November issues features three top layouts, the ultimate guide to weathering and Peter Marriott's top tips for making your grass look more realistic.
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