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.

A prototype made of die-cast zinc was first unveiled back in September 2025. But the full charm of the SBB/OeBB Red Arrow really comes into its own under the glossy crimson paint finish of the production model, which is now hitting the shelves. A review featuring 68 large-format photos.

Un prototype en zinc moulé sous pression avait été dévoilé pour la première fois en septembre 2025. Mais c'est sous la peinture rouge vif brillante du modèle de série, qui arrive actuellement dans les rayons, que le « Roter Pfeil » (Flèche rouge) des CFF/OeBB révèle tout son charme. Un reportage illustré de 68 photos grand format.

Becker [&] Sohn has announced the release of Gauge 1 brass models of two-axle sliding-wall cars. The prototype of the Hbbis 306, which the DB put into service in 1984, was sitting on my photo table.

Becker [&] Sohn a annoncé la sortie de modèles réduits en laiton à l'échelle 1 représentant des wagons à parois coulissantes à deux essieux. Le prototype du Hbbis 306, mis en service par la DB en 1984, se trouvait sur ma table de prise de vue.

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.

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.

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.

At the International Gauge 0+1 Days in Giessen, Dingler announces models of the SBB staff cars for Gauge 1. The Db-type cars, nicknamed “Sputnik,” were in service with several rail companies for nearly four decades. 55 large-format photos showing every detail.

À l'occasion des Journées internationales de l'échelle 0+1 à Giessen, Dingler présente ses modèles réduits des voitures de service des CFF à l'échelle 1. Ces voitures de type Db, surnommées « Spoutnik », ont été en service auprès de plusieurs compagnies ferroviaires pendant près de quarante ans. 55 photos grand format illustrant chaque détail.

Spur1-igArtig uses original plans as well as current photos of the prototype to build unique gauge 1 buildings. Here are some of the St. Maurice signal box.

Spur1-igArtig utilise les plans originaux ainsi que des photos actuelles du prototype pour construire des bâtiments uniques à l'échelle 1. Voici quelques-uns du poste d'aiguillage de Saint-Maurice.

Spur1-igArtig has completed the signal box at St. Maurice, Switzerland, based on old plans and photos, in 1:32 scale. Once again, this proves that the effort involved in creating a faithful replica is well worth it.

Spur1-igArtig a achevé la construction du poste d'aiguillage de Saint-Maurice, en Suisse, à l'échelle 1:32, en se basant sur d'anciens plans et photos. Une fois de plus, cela prouve que les efforts déployés pour créer une réplique fidèle en valent largement la peine.

With slightly less snow and no snow drifts, rail services in Hanover ran smoothly on Monday. The photo yield in 65 minutes: more than 50 motifs.

Avec un peu moins de neige et aucune congère, les services ferroviaires à Hanovre ont fonctionné sans encombre lundi. Le résultat photographique en 65 minutes : plus de 50 motifs.

Lematec has announced a new Swiss locomotive model for gauge 1.

Pesolillo has been delivering the SBB and BLS high-sided cars since August. A number of units are still available.

With its usual precision, Spur1-igArtig.de has completed a locomotive shed that corresponds to part of the original from 1907. The prototype is located in Saint-Maurice in the French-speaking part of Switzerland.

In Giessen, the SBB Red Arrow was in the Märklin display case - and then on my photo table.

The SBB light signals were a chance find at the 1 Gauge meeting in Speyer.

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.

Some quick shots of the production model of the A 3/5 700 from the hotel room. The detailing speaks for itself.

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.

spur1info is once again exclusively presenting a limited edition model for gauge 1, which should not only be of interest to collectors south of the Rhine.

Dingler will soon deliver its superbly crafted Swiss beer wagons. Photos of all 23 versions.

Pesolillo presents new Swiss car models on the platform of the small series in Bauma this weekend. They are available immediately.

Pesolillo presenta a Bauma nuovi modelli di carri svizzeri. Modelli disponibili da subito.

Pesolillo présente à Bauma de nouveaux modèles de wagons suisses. Ils sont disponibles immédiatement.

A photojournalist friend of mine brought to my attention a book review dedicated to a Swiss railroad photographer.

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.

The Mistral is a cold wind that blows from northern parts of France to the south of France. It was once followed by a TEE with luxurious cars, which are not for everyone, as well in 1 gauge.

Dingler builds 23 colorful and graphically varied beer cars from Switzerland for 1 gauge. Here are the illustrations.

Here come now the first hand sample photos of the Swiss beer cars from Dingler.

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.

The Internet is an inexhaustible source of information when it comes to the history and condition of locomotives and other rail vehicles. But you can't do without books, because reaching for the shelf sometimes provides faster orientation than confusing Wikipedia articles. Transpress has recently published inexpensive German language books on ÖBB and SBB locomotives and railcars that provide an up-to-date overview.

And again there are more 1 gauge novelties.

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Steiner Modellwerke has provided a hand sample of the Swiss semaphore signal for photographing.

The model for gauge 1 impresses with its details.

Markus Probst of the Swiss Proform Spur 1 locomotive manufacture has built a 44 of the Deutsche Reichsbahn with pulverized coal firing and is currently working on the 65 1052 of the DR. He also announces a Swiss steam locomotive.

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.

Swiss live steam operators regularly fulfill their wishes for robust steam locomotives. Now Wyko has delivered a series of the Gotthard Railway Company's A 3/5 in the appropriate place.

Surprise, surprise! An experienced small series manufacturer enters the gauge 1 market. spur1info knows the facts and exclusively presents three complete models with 84 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.

Dingler will begin delivering BLS, SOB and SBB passenger cars tomorrow.

Dingler received production samples of the passenger cars from BLS, SOB and SBB - and photographed them right away.

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.

In 1927, the Swiss Federal Railways SBB purchased two baggage cars from BLS for use in the "Gotthard Pullman Express". 36 photos of the gauge 1 model of Wunder with fantastic views of the rich interior.

The International Spur 1 meeting in Sinsheim, traditionally held this weekend, had to be cancelled due to Covid-19. But you can find out here what Dingler would have presented there. The novelties are tempting and cover a lot of the scope of our hobby.

Achim Lutz has weathered a pseudo-patinated used SBB Eaos open freight car from Märklin according to a prototype photo. The effort was worth it.

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

On the stand of Fulgurex you could find all sorts of familiar things. But the next Gauge 1 novelty is already planned - with an interesting side effect.

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

A cohesive train appearance as with the prototype is a matter of nerves of steel with four-axle passenger cars on gauge 1. Even the fine motor skills of a surgeon won't get you far. But there are now practicable tools to solve these problems cleverly and to ensure an automatic connection of the cars.

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.