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Thursday 30 May

Australian OO Scale Resin Buses

Transit Graphics in Australia have announced a number of new resin bus models which will join their OZBUS range. The models all feature detailed interiors and have a high level of hand finishing. OZBUS9500A Sydney Buses Mercedes Benz 0305G Bendibus Models of the following vehicle types are currently available or being developed. Various liveries are being produced in limited runs of around only 200 pieces. OZBUS71xx Mercedes Benz 0405NH Single Deck Bus OZBUS81xx Scania L113 CRL Diesel Single Deck Bus OZBUS82xx Scania L113 CRB Single Deck Bus (Version 2) OZBUS83xx Scania 14.5 metre three axle Singe Deck Diesel Bus (Version 2) OZBUS84xx MAN 11.220 HOCL Single Deck Bus OZBUS91xx Mercedes Benz 0405 Single Deck Bus OZBUS92xx Mercedes Benz 0305 Mark IV Single Deck Bus OZBUS93xx Mercedes Benz 0305 Mark I Single Deck Bus OZBUS94xx Mercedes Benz 0305 Mark III Single Deck Bus OZBUS95xx Mercedes Benz 0305G Bendibus OZBUS94xx Mercedes Benz 0305 Mark II Single Deck Bus The range has also featured a CMNL produced model in the past (AUBUS0001) and there are also plans for another Northcord model (AUBUS1004), however the company is at present focusing on the resin range and isn't likely to be resurrect this project until 2014. Further details can be found of the Transit Graphics Facebook page and the Transit Graphics website.

Friday 24 May & updated 27 May

Confirmed B-T Model Releases

The following models have now arrived in the UK and should be available from the normal retailers shortly. B014A Kelvin Scottish (3061 / Lenzie Station) - Leyland Leopard Duple Dominant II Coach B014B Kelvin Scottish (3063 / Chartered) - Leyland Leopard Duple Dominant II Coach B015   Colchester Borough Transport - Leyland Leopard Duple Dominant II Coach Update 27 May The following N scale lorry has also been released. N034  Albion Caledonian 4 Axle Tanker - National Benzole

Wednesday 22 May

Northcord Press Releases For UKBUS6034/5

NORTHCORD MODEL COMPANY - PRESS RELEASE Date: 20th May 2013. ukbus 6034 & ukbus 6035 Alexander-Dennis Enviro400Hybrid Stagecoach in Oxfordshire and Stagecoach in Manchester Northcord Model Company is proud to release its first modified tooling on the former CMNL Enviro400 tooling. This is launched on ukbus 6034, Stagecoach in Oxfordshire, and ukbus 6035, Stagecoach in Manchester. Both models feature the revised engine room that is reflecting the ADL hybrid driveline on the long wheelbase Enviro400 chassis. ukbus 6034 features Stagecoach in Oxfordshire 12002 (OU10 GGE) carrying the standard Stagecoach electric hybrid bus livery with distinct “for a cleaner greener Oxford” branding, working on route 1 to Blackbird Leys via Cowley Road. Stagecoach in Oxfordshire 12002 OU10 GGE is one of 26 Alexander Dennis Enviro400Hs that entered service on local services in Oxford in July and August 2010. The vehicles were purchased ahead of the introduction of coordinated timetables and joint ticketing with competitor Oxford Bus Company from 24 July 2011. Initially they were used on route 1 to Blackbird Leys and route 7A/7B to Kidlington, and then additionally on route 8 to Barton and route 9 to Risinghurst from July 2011. Funding from the government’s green bus fund covered the difference in cost between these electric hybrids and ordinary diesel buses, the distinct branding has been applied to highlight their environmental credentials. Additional environmental gains have been made by replacing higher frequency single deckers with lower frequency double deckers – but through coordination with Oxford Bus Company’s services the overall timetable is more frequent and attractive than before, and ticketing is made easier with the Oxford SmartZone range. ukbus 6035 features Stagecoach in Manchester 12040 (MX60 BVG) carrying the distinctive Stagecoach electric hybrid livery working on route 43 to Airport via University. The replicas feature excellent detailing, inside and out, such as realistic-looking handpoles and handrails. The Enviro400H model is a one-piece casting whose clean lines accentuate the windows and livery application on which all logos and lettering are clearly legible. The brand new ukbus 6034 and ukbus 6035 models are each based on a Limited Edition of only 480 pieces produced.

Tuesday 21 May

Confirmed EFE Releases

EFE have now released the following models, a week earlier than previously expected! 14016 Western National - Bristol Lodekka FLF Double Deck Bus 14408 Greater Manchester - Short Leyland National Mark I 34109 Ensignbus/Green Line - AEC RT Double Deck Bus

Friday 17 May

Next Scheduled EFE Releases

The following EFE models are due to be released during the week ending 1st June 25th May. 14016 Western National - Bristol Lodekka FLF Double Deck Bus 14408 Greater Manchester - Short Leyland National Mark I 34109 Ensignbus/Green Line - AEC RT Double Deck Bus

Friday 17 May

Latest Sunrise Models News

Sunrise Models have informed me they have now sold out of the 1955 Alexander single-decker (kit 2) however they now have the latest kit of the 1929 Leyland TD1 with Cowieson double deck bodywork in stock, the kits are priced £40 and details of how to order them can be found on the Sunrise Models page. The next kit, due to be released in July, will be a three axle 1927/28 Leyland Titanic with Leyland double deck body. The Leyland TD1 Cowieson (kit 10) is now in stock & this Leyland Titanic (kit 14) is due to be available in July

Friday 17 April

Confirmed OOC Releases

These OOC models have now been released by Corgi. OM46605 Arriva London (route 38 / ‘Mamma Mia’) - New Bus for London - 1500 pieces - All stock has been allocated by Corgi OM46606 Arriva London (route 38 / ‘We Will Rock You’) - New Bus for London - 1500 pieces - All stock has been allocated by Corgi

Thursday 16 May

New Garage Kit Added To Kingsway Models Range

Kingsway Models' latest kit depicts London Transport's Brixton Garage (BN), the kits which measures in at 22 by 14 inches comprises of the administration block with a low relief garage area behind. Photos below show a completed kit with some additional scenic items. Brixton operated the last RTWs in 1966 and some of the first DMSs in 1971. More recently in December 2005 it was the centre of attention when it became the last garage to operate Routemasters in normal London service. A PDF flyer for the kit can be viewed HERE. The kit is priced £16 including UK P&P and can be ordered from the www.kingswaymodels.com site.

Tuesday 14 May

Confirmed EFE Releases

The following items have now been released by EFE and should be available from the normal outlets. 20454 West Yorkshire - Bristol VRT Series 3 Double Deck Bus 29413 Badgerline (route 163) - Bristol RELH ECW Dual Purpose Coach 99936 London Transport Piccadilly Line - Four Carriage 1959 Tube Stock Set

Wednesday 8 May

Next EFE Releases

The following items are scheduled to be released during the week ending 18th May. 20454 West Yorkshire - Bristol VRT Series 3 Double Deck Bus 29413 Badgerline (route 163) - Bristol RELH ECW Dual Purpose Coach 99936 London Transport Piccadilly Line - Four Carriage 1959 Tube Stock Set

Friday 3 May

Latest Oxford Bus Related Releases

The following models have now been released by Oxford Diecast. 1/76 Scale 76OWB007 Bertram Mills Circus - Bedford OWB Utility Bus 76AEC013 Bradford Corporation - AEC Matador Wrecker N Scale NTR007 Edinburgh - Dick Kerr Tram

Thursday 2 May

Latest EFE Newsletter

The 4th EFE Subscribers' newsletter arrived today and contains some encouraging news from EFE in that they are to restart their new model tooling programme. EFE are also investigating ways of getting the models in to a wider variety of model shops. The Eastern National Bristol Lodekka FLF produced for the Acton Depot Open Weekend last month is now available from the LT Museum Shop and depicts 2785 (936 LWC) on route 30 to London Bow. The model, ref 14205A, is priced £35.99 plus P&P and can be ordered from the Museum's online shop. A couple of new models are also mentioned in the newsletter. 19306 Bass Worthington - Atkinson Articulated Flatbed Lorry 35803? Badgerline (P264 PAE/route 352 to Western Super Mare)- Dennis Dart SLF Plaxton Pointer Series I Single Door Bus (This will probably be 35804 as 35803 as already been issued)

Courtesy of EFE, a PDF version of the latest Release Sheet along with some smaller scans of both sides.    Click Here for PDF Version (5mb approx)

Wednesday 1 May

New Sunrise Kit Due For Release

Sunrise Models have advised that their next model kit is expected to be available later this month and that reservations for the kits are now being accepted. This latest model depicts a 1929 Leyland TD1 with Cowieson bodywork. Sunrise have also advised that their recently released 1955 Alexander single-decker Kit No. 2 is now almost sold out and only a few examples remain, if your interested in purchasing this kit you are advised to check availability by contacting Sunrise before ordering. Details of the full kit range can be found on the Sunrise page in the model kits section along with some further pictures of the sample TD1 models. Sunrise Transfers & Models are now on

Wednesday 1 May

Commissioned EFE Eastern National Bristol VRT Update

As reported in my 25th April news item The Blackwater Preservation Group released the commissioned Bristol VRT series I model 38103A on Sunday, I've been advised by Paul Harrison that a quantity of the limited edition model remain after the event and he is now able to offer the models to collectors by mail order for £34.50 including UK P&P. If you'd like to purchase an example you should email Paul at the address below and he will send you further instructions: