The small-batch manufacturer JK-Models has delivered the SBB Re 460 and a BLS Re 465. The 1-gauge models are superb.

Le fabricant de modèles réduits en petites séries JK-Models a livré la SBB Re 460 et une BLS Re 465. Ces modèles à l'échelle 1 sont superbes.

Pesolillo has provided numerous photos of a handmade sample of the FS E.554 three-phase locomotive. The 1-gauge model is exceptionally detailed.

Pesolillo a fourni de nombreuses photos d'un prototype fait main de la locomotive triphasée FS E.554. Ce modèle à l'échelle 1 est d'une finesse exceptionnelle.

Märklin's summer novelties don't surprise this time.

Les nouveautés estivales de Märklin ne réservent pas de surprises cette fois-ci.

Märklin usually announces its summer releases at Intermodellbau. Not this time, but there is a spectacular new release for SBB enthusiasts in 1-gauge – and it comes in six versions: the Ae 8/14. A detailed description with illustrations and a brochure.

Märklin annonce généralement ses nouveautés estivales lors du salon Intermodellbau. Ce n'est pas le cas cette fois-ci, mais les amateurs des CFF à l'échelle 1 ont tout de même droit à une nouveauté spectaculaire, disponible en six versions : l'Ae 8/14. Vous trouverez ci-dessous une description détaillée accompagnée d'illustrations ainsi qu'une brochure.

Announcing a model and being able to deliver it immediately: In the 1-gauge industry, which regularly tests customers’ patience to the limit, that sounds like a miracle. Märklin has made it happen—and taken a risk in the process. But in a shrinking market, it’s impossible to succeed without courage and new manufacturing techniques.
A review of Märklin’s DRG E 70 08, featuring 56 photos and a video.

Annoncer un modèle et être en mesure de le livrer immédiatement : dans le secteur du modélisme ferroviaire à l'échelle 1, qui met régulièrement la patience des clients à rude épreuve, cela relève du miracle. Märklin a réussi cet exploit — et a pris un risque ce faisant. Mais sur un marché en déclin, il est impossible de réussir sans courage et sans nouvelles techniques de fabrication.
Une présentation de la DRG E 70 08 de Märklin, avec 56 photos et une vidéo.

Finally, here are a few snapshots from Pesolillo: a three-phase locomotive, CIWL Pullman cars, and the Italian Tipo passenger car.

Pour finir, voici quelques clichés pris à Pesolillo : une locomotive triphasée, des voitures Pullman de la CIWL et la voiture de voyageurs italienne Tipo.

In Giessen, Pesolillo exhibited production parts from the current SBB Ce and Be 6/8 II series.

À Giessen, Pesolillo a présenté des pièces de série issues des gammes actuelles Ce et Be 6/8 II des CFF.

AMJL continue de travailler sur des modèles anciens et récents pour l'échelle 1 et les a apportés sur ma table de prise de vue pour les photographier. 29 photos.

AMJL continues to work on old and new models for 1-gauge and brought them to my photo table to be photographed. 29 photos.

JK-Models is working on the sleek SBB Re 460 and set it up on the photo table for me in Giessen.

JK-Models travaille actuellement sur l'élégante SBB Re 460 et l'a mise en place sur la table de prise de vue pour moi à Giessen.

The French CC 14100 freight locomotive by Pesolillo was shown in Germany for the first time. A superb model in 22 photos.

La locomotive de fret française CC 14100 de Pesolillo a été présentée pour la première fois en Allemagne. Un superbe modèle en 22 photos.

At Märklin in Giessen, the four models of the new vintage electric locomotive and parts of the DH 500 Ca are on display.

Chez Märklin, à Giessen, les quatre modèles de la nouvelle locomotive électrique vintage ainsi que des pièces de la DH 500 Ca sont exposés.

A new Italian locomotive will be unveiled at the International Gauge 0+1 Days in Giessen. First photos.

Une nouvelle locomotive italienne sera dévoilée lors des Journées internationales de l'échelle 0+1 à Giessen. Premières photos.

Una nuova locomotiva italiana sarà presentata in occasione dell’International Gauge 0+1 Days a Giessen. Prime foto.

Märklin is entering small-series production with a new model. In September 2025, spur1info had the opportunity to see and photograph three prototypes. An article with 26 photos.

Märklin se lance dans la production en petite série avec un nouveau modèle. En septembre 2025, spur1info a eu l'occasion de voir et de photographier trois prototypesUn article accompagné de 26 photos.

Deutsche Bundesbahn's class 181² is one of the most elegant German electric locomotives. Wunder is expected to deliver it for gauge 1 this year. Here are some 50-year-old photos showing express trains to Strasbourg being transferred to the dual-system locomotive in Kehl or Appenweier. Today, the remaining locomotives belong to SEL.

La classe 181² de la Deutsche Bundesbahn est l'une des locomotives électriques allemandes les plus élégantes. Wunder devrait la livrer cette année pour l'échelle 1. Voici quelques photos datant d'il y a 50 ans montrant des trains express à destination de Strasbourg transférés vers la locomotive à double système à Kehl ou Appenweier. Aujourd'hui, les locomotives restantes appartiennent à SEL.

There are still many treasures slumbering in my photo archive that need to be discovered and digitized. I had long forgotten this class 119 locomotive, photographed in 1976. There was another one as a gauge 1 model.

Il y a encore beaucoup de trésors qui sommeillent dans mes archives photographiques et qui méritent d'être découverts et numérisés. J'avais complètement oublié cette locomotive de classe 119, photographiée en 1976. Il y en avait une autre en modèle réduit à l'échelle 1.

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French electric locomotives with their distinctive head design are famous. The 1:32 scale models are getting a little closer.

Les locomotives électriques françaises, avec leur design caractéristique, sont célèbres. Les modèles réduits à l'échelle 1:32 s'en rapprochent un peu plus.

At Savoie Modélisme in Chambéry, France, SNCF locomotive models for gauges 1 and 0 will be announced today, which some enthousiasts will have been waiting for.

A Savoie Modélisme à Chambéry, en France, les modèles de locomotives SNCF pour les échelles 1 et 0 seront annoncés aujourd'hui, ce que certains passionnés attendaient avec impatience.

Here are the first photos of the prototype of Wunder's DB class 1812 electric locomotive, which will be on display in Friedrichshafen this weekend. The elegant 1:1 scale model is impressive.

Following Fulgurex's relocation and change of ownership, the Swiss model railway company is focusing on small gauges. However, gauge 1 models are also to be produced.

Modelbex has received a sample of the SNCF BB MTE electric locomotive in gauge 1 and would now like to determine the quantities of the variants. The locomotive is a classic.

There are always surprises, especially with Gauge 1. Märklin has now announced three new Gauge 1 products for the fall ahead of the Märklin Days. The E 60 electric locomotive was already available in a different version in 2015. Now it's the turn of fans of epoch IV (from 1968).

The freight bypass line east of Hanover resembles a jungle in places because DB's infrastructure subsidiary InfraGO has clearly neglected maintenance of the line. The bushes between the two tracks are almost four meters high, and the line is used not only by freight trains but also occasionally by ICE trains. The branches almost brush against the trains.

One bright spot for photographers is that interesting vehicles occasionally appear among the overgrown vegetation.

New gauge 1 products for Switzerland will be announced today at TrainExpo in Bülach.

The prototype of the E 63 from Wunder für die Spur 1 made a good impression in Giessen right from the start. Some photos and information.

What does a locomotive look like in use? Certainly rarely as some weathering specialists imagine it. 34 photos.

The Prussian EG 539 was the centerpiece of the Fine Models stand at the 1:32 scale model train meet in Speyer.

DB Cargo no longer has a class 151 locomotive. Märklin has issued two traffic red versions and other versions of this six-axle electric freight locomotive for Gauge 1. #151 035, item number 55256 was literally the model in the photo studio. A review with 63 photos in large format.

Here are now professional photos of what is probably the most attractive 1-gauge novelty at Bauma.

Next year, Modelbex is planning to deliver a popular French electric locomotive for 1 Gauge that has hauled famous express trains.

In Giessen, I was already able to photograph parts of the "only true" SBB Crocodile Ce 6/8 II from Pesolillo. Now the gauge 1 hand-built model is assembled and impresses with an unusual wealth of details.

Locomotives normally run for 30 to 40 years, sometimes even longer. However, the class 145 has already served its time at DB Cargo after around 25 years.

Flashy locomotives and freight cars with a very run-down exterior - only the very brave would want something like this on their gauge 1 layout. A few photos of the freight railroad.

The three hand samples of the gauge 1 DB class 151 from Märklin made a very good impression.

In Giessen, Pesolillo is showing the first parts of a hand-built model of a Swiss legendary locomotive. spur1info readers will find impressions of a super model photographed on site, which will not only be enjoyed in Switzerland. Never before has such a gauge 1 model of this prototype been produced in brass construction in contemporary quality.

The brilliant Italian model maker and classic car enthusiast Attilio Mari is no longer alive.

Märklin has received a running sample of the DB class 151 electric locomotive. First snapshots of the gauge 1 model assembled from the production parts.

With the Swedish Rc4, Johannes Kerry has fulfilled a dream. But the gauge 1 locomotive is also available for others. 54 photos showing all the details.

In the popular epoch IV, short express trains were observed as well, for example between Zurich and Stuttgart. Pictures from my archive with interesting train consists from 1970 to today.

Proform has completed a small batch of Rhaetian Railway's Ge 2/4 electric locomotive. The model for gauge 1 is Swiss made and runs on meter gauge tracks.

There is an interesting film about the DB class 181² in H0 at Märklin-TV.

Diverse traction current systems in Europe were an obstacle to cross-border trains in the 1960s. A publication just released by EK-Verlag memorializes DB's multi-system locomotives, some of which are still in service.

The meter-gauge Rhaetian Railway already exists very successfully in all model railroad scales. Now Dingler and Proform are pushing ahead with the development of 1m models - a new subject with great appeal in the gauge 1 world as well. Swiss manufacturer Proform already has a range on offer that is even suitable for outdoor use.

Dingler is currently delivering the Ge 6/6 I electric locomotive for the Rhaetian Railway of Switzerland. Only a few copies of the small series are still available.

Jacek Wysocki from Poland has already built a few locomotives for 1 gauge. With the Newag Griffin he has created a new masterpiece.

Looking at the cabs of Wunder's E 93 hand sample makes you want to climb aboard. 52 photos show the qualities of the highly detailed brass model for gauge 1, which is scheduled for delivery in 2023.

The Gauge 1 pioneer Bockholt has ceased production at the end of March 2022. That's what it says on the homepage since a few days.

Locomotives made up only a small part of the exhibits at InnoTrans 2022. But there were spectacular engines among them that would also be eye-catchers in Gauge 1 scale.

Märklin's fall novelties for Gauge 1 are big and heavy. In addition to the green Köfferli, there is also a German electric locomotive that is still in use today.

Usually, you see very little of the interior of an electric locomotive. Wunder's 151 for gauge 1 fascinates with a detailed replica of the engine room, where the bar is set very high. Exclusive pictures that fascinate.

Like the DB class 111, the class 181² is a timelessly beautiful locomotive. MBW has now announced that it will deliver the multi-system locomotive for the 50th anniversary in 2024. It will be able to handle international trains.

A few interesting versions for gauge 1 enrich the growing market of current rail vehicles.

The E 03 001 with a TEE train was announced. But it was also worthwhile to be on the road with the camera. A picture sheet with 34 current photos.

Dingler has specified the model versions at the Rhaetian Crocodile. The meter gauge model for 1 Gauge is coming.

Three gauge 1 models of the DB class 111 from Wunder are shown and reviewed. Part 1 of the review contains 58 photos in large format for connoisseurs and the undecided.

A little preview of the well done class 111 for 1 gauge from Wunder.

Part 2 of the description of the Vectron model from Kiss for gauge 1 is devoted primarily to the fascinating wealth of detail under the locomotive frame. 39 large-format photos provide unusual insights.

Kiss Modellbahnen is just delivering the gauge 1 model of the Vectron from Siemens Mobility. The multi-purpose locomotive, which has already been sold over 1,200 times, is also very well done as a model. A short presentation of this European electric locomotive and the first part of a review with many informative photos showing all the details.

The photos of the Vectron from Kiss are almost ready. A small preview of the excellent gauge 1 model.

Märklin will not realize some gauge 1 novelties due to lack of advance orders.

For some railroad models, the question arises for a variety of reasons whether there was a prototype. Bruno Waldmeier has given some thought to this.

The class 111 from Wunder is a long awaited gauge 1 model. Some photos.

Heavy and very powerful is the new Ce 6/8 I from SBB Historic that Märklin is offering as a gauge 1 model. A review of the Swiss electric locomotive with 76 expressive photos in large format.

A little foretaste of the photos I'm currently taking of the Märklin model of SBB Historic's Ce 6/8 I 14201. The gauge 1 model impresses with many details.

As the first version, Fine Models has just delivered the gauge 1 model of the E 71 13 of the Deutsche Bundesbahn. 57 large format photos show all the details of the Prussian electric locomotive classic. The review describes the strengths and shortcomings of Fine Models' model - and clarifies the question of whether the competitor's locomotive is better.

Fine Models is currently delivering the E 71 13 and the blue E 71 19 of the DB. First photos.

Wunder will announce a new locomotive model for gauge 1 in the next days. spur1info already has the details.

A bundle of novelties for the gauge 1 market in Austria and other European countries has been announced by Spur 1 Austria today. Among them are three electric locomotives and two steam locomotives that already existed as gauge 1 models. You can see the prototypes in numerous photos and operations.

RailAdventure NL enriches the transfer and test runs in the Netherlands with a four-axle electric locomotive for the 1.5 kV DC network.

Modelbex has expanded its gauge 1 offering to include a Nederlandse Spoorwegen locomotive that has French relatives.

It took Spur 1 Austria almost exactly one year from the (second) announcement of the E 71 to delivery. The compact electric locomotive is presentable and inventive. 80 large format photos show all facets and the qualities of this Prussian locomotive model, whose prototype was last in service with the Deutsche Bundesbahn in South Baden.

The E 71 from Spur 1 Austria is well done. A little preview.

The freight line near Hanover always offers surprises. A picture gallery with 45 photos taken in storm, rain and sunshine.

In 2016, the fantastic model maker Attilio Mari had recorded his life's work. Now he is retiring through age.

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I just received photos from Fine Models of the Vectron that will be delivered under the Kiss Modellbahnen Deutschland brand in May 2021. The amount of detail will surprise steam locomotive enthusiasts.

Fine Models has received first snapshots of the completely new hand sample of the Siemens Vectron. The modern electric locomotive is marketed under the in-house brand Kiss Modellbahnen Deutschland.

Fine Models hat neue Fotos vom Handmuster der E 71 in der Bundesbahn-Version. Das Spur-1-Modell wird Holzböden in den Führerständen erhalten.

The Vectron from Siemens Mobility has now been approved by authority Trafik-, Bygge og Boligstyrelsen to operate for the Danish State Railways. Three locomotives of DSB's class EB are already on their way to Denmark.

Today I received photos of the Ae 3/6 from Kiss Modellbahnen Schweiz.

The three model versions are sold out ex works and may still be in stock at some dealers.

MBW plans to deliver an DRG/DB E 95 in 2021.

Locomotives in this color scheme are rare. A Polish company stands out with this. Pretty in pink.

The hand sample of Fine Models' E 71 has been painted and lettered. Photos that make you want to own this Prussian vintage locomotive for gauge 1.

Many electric locomotives of the former state railways and the Deutsche Reichsbahn have fallen into oblivion because they were only built in small numbers and did not always prove themselves. The German language book by Dirk Winkler recalls them with brilliant photos once again in the memory of railway enthusiasts and engineers. The text has unfortunately turned out rather joyless due to unnecessary flaws.

After Spur 1 Austria, Fine Models also announces an E 71. It is already almost finished. There are understandable reasons for the double development.

The Austrian class 93 of gauge 1 Austria is nearing completion - and the Easter Bunny brings a rustic electric locomotive.

Jacek Wysocki's Dragon is finished. An impressive gauge 1 model from Poland, completely self-built.

Agder Modell Teknikk from Norway keeps going and announces two new NSB locomotives in 2020 for gauge 1.

Dingler had some of his models of the Ae 4/7 of the SBB photographed.

Finally 39 photos from the Cité du Train in Mulhouse, France. Here we meet two world record locomotives and many other exciting railway vehicles.

The new SNCF diesel locomotive CC 72000 from Modelbex are impressive. A short photo session with 38 photos.

Märklin today announced a 1-gauge model that may seem irritating at first glance, but should sell well. 62 large-format photos of the hand sample.

Jacek Wysocki hat schon einige polnische Lokomotiven im Maßstab 1:32 gebaut. Nun arbeitet er an der Fertigstellung des sechsachsigen "Dragon" der Newag, der ein attraktives Design hat.