February 2023
New Samples from Fine Models for 1 Gauge
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fresh on the photo table from Asia came two hand samples of the freight train accompanying cars from Fine Models.
DB Tank Car from Kiss - First Images
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models/Kiss Modellbahnen Germany has received a hand sample of the DB service tank car. First photos of the gauge 1 model.
A refurbished Freight Car
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Obsolete gauge 1 brass models can be brought up to a higher standard - and offer tinkering fun. Bernhard Lindlbauer has taken on an old gondola.
A small Petrol Station
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Lack of space is one of the biggest challenges in 1 scale. Here is a rural gas station for which there is room everywhere and which can be easily replicated.
The Final of the MKB
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The Michasdorfer Kleinbahn has been completed. The light railway layout has now been extended by a corner module, which is again characterized by the near-natural design.
The new Diesel Engine at RailAdventure
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Since February 10, RailAdventure has been operating the Siemens EuroRunner 20 diesel-electric locomotive, which has been available as a gauge 1 model before.
Swiss Beer Car illustrations by Dingler
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Dingler builds 23 colorful and graphically varied beer cars from Switzerland for 1 gauge. Here are the illustrations.
Current delivery dates of Märklin
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Märklin has announced its delivery program for 2023.
Worn Wheels
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Steel wheels on steel rails are subject to wear. But where are the limits?
Current freight traffic on DB tracks, part 2
by Friedhelm Weidelich
In part 2 of the current freight rail photos, we encounter a 145 with train destination display and colorfully decorated electric locomotives from Europe.
MBW ceases operations
by Friedhelm Weidelich
MBW Spur 0 GmbH ceases operations. Spur 01 Modellbahnen continues business under a new name at the same address.
Current freight traffic on DB tracks, part 1
by Friedhelm Weidelich
A look at the law makes it easier to find the law, was a standard saying of professors in law seminars. Three hours on the railroad line make it easier to get an overview of the ever-changing locomotives, railroad companies and freight cars. The current railroad is more colorful and diverse than ever before. A nice contrast to the brown and gray freight trains of yesteryear.
The updated Project List for Gauge 1
by Friedhelm Weidelich
After a few new announcements, new delivery dates and changes at MBW, it's already time again for the updated Gauge 1 project list.
Self-made Griffin for 1 Gauge from Jacek Wysocki
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Jacek Wysocki from Poland has already built a few locomotives for 1 gauge. With the Newag Griffin he has created a new masterpiece.
Read more … Self-made Griffin for 1 Gauge from Jacek Wysocki
New Tractor and More from MarGe Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Already available next week are some novelties from MarGe Models for modern road traffic, agriculture and loading scenes.

