MBW's 56.20 Reviewed

by Friedhelm Weidelich

The compact Prussian locomotive as a gauge 1 model from MBW is a joy to look at. A review of the late DB version from Bw Hannover-Linden with 82 photos showing every detail.

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News about the status of the Gauge 1 projects

by Friedhelm Weidelich

Delivery problems delay the delivery of announced gauge 1 models.

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Foto: Amtrak

Amtrak celebrates 50 Years

by Friedhelm Weidelich

50 years ago today, Amtrak, the national passenger transportation company, operated its first trains in the United States. Latest news.

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Generation change at Simba Dickie

by Friedhelm Weidelich

It was founded in 1982 as "Simba Toys" with five employees. The Simba Dickie Group, with 2,950 employees and sales of €715 million, also includes Märklin. On May 1, 2021, Michael Sieber (65) will hand over the management of the joint family business to his son Florian (34), the third generation.

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