Modelbex to produce French BB MTE
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Next year, Modelbex is planning to deliver a popular French electric locomotive for 1 Gauge that has hauled famous express trains.
First photos of the assembled hand sample of Pesolillo's Ce 6/8 II
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Read more … First photos of the assembled hand sample of Pesolillo's Ce 6/8 II
The End of Class 145 at DB Cargo
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Colorful and Messy on the Freight Line
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Giessen: Märklin
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The three hand samples of the gauge 1 DB class 151 from Märklin made a very good impression.
Giessen: An iconic locomotive as a surprise
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Attilio Mari has passed away
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The brilliant Italian model maker and classic car enthusiast Attilio Mari is no longer alive.
First Impressions of Märklin's Class 151
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Swedish Electric Locomotive SJ Rc4 from JK-Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
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A Short International Train from Switzerland
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
RhB Ge 2/4 from Proform Spur 1
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
DB Class 181.2 from Märklin
by Friedhelm Weidelich
There is an interesting film about the DB class 1812 in H0 at Märklin-TV.
Review: The multi-system Locomotives of the Deutsche Bundesbahn
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Read more … Review: The multi-system Locomotives of the Deutsche Bundesbahn
Meter Gauge Models of Rhaetian Railways from Proform
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Read more … Meter Gauge Models of Rhaetian Railways from Proform
Dingler's RhB Ge 6/6 I
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
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
Hand Sample of DB Electric Loco E 93 from Wunder
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Read more … Hand Sample of DB Electric Loco E 93 from Wunder
Bockholt has Discontinued Production
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
InnoTrans 2022 (2) - Locomotives
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
1 Gauge Fall Novelties 2022 from Märklin
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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 Engine Room of Wunder's DB Class 151
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Anniversary locomotive from MBW
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
New Gauge 1 Models for Epoch VI
by Friedhelm Weidelich
A few interesting versions for gauge 1 enrich the growing market of current rail vehicles.
TEE Train and More
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
The Rhaetian Crocodile from Dingler will come
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Dingler has specified the model versions at the Rhaetian Crocodile. The meter gauge model for 1 Gauge is coming.
DB Class 111 for 1 Gauge from Wunder (1)
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Preview of Wunder's DB Class 111
by Friedhelm Weidelich
A little preview of the well done class 111 for 1 gauge from Wunder.
The 1 Gauge Vectron from Kiss Modellbahnen (2)
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
The 1 Gauge Vectron from Kiss Modellbahnen (1)
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Vectron Preview
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The photos of the Vectron from Kiss are almost ready. A small preview of the excellent gauge 1 model.
Several Märklin Novelties Canceled
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Märklin will not realize some gauge 1 novelties due to lack of advance orders.
Did she really exist?
by Gastautor
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.
A quick look at Wunder's DB Class 111
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The class 111 from Wunder is a long awaited gauge 1 model. Some photos.
Review of Swiss Ce 6/8 I from Märklin for 1 Gauge
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Read more … Review of Swiss Ce 6/8 I from Märklin for 1 Gauge
A short Preview of Märklin's Swiss Koefferli
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
DB E 71 13 from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
E 71 from Fine Models - first Photos
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models is currently delivering the E 71 13 and the blue E 71 19 of the DB. First photos.
Gauge 1 Novelty from Wunder
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Wunder will announce a new locomotive model for gauge 1 in the next days. spur1info already has the details.
Novelties from Spur 1 Austria: Taurus & more
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
One more Locomotive for RailAdventure
by Friedhelm Weidelich
RailAdventure NL enriches the transfer and test runs in the Netherlands with a four-axle electric locomotive for the 1.5 kV DC network.
Dutch electric locomotive from Modelbex
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Modelbex has expanded its gauge 1 offering to include a Nederlandse Spoorwegen locomotive that has French relatives.
Review of DB's E 71 from Spur 1 Austria
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Preview of E 71 from Spur 1 Austria
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The E 71 from Spur 1 Austria is well done. A little preview.
A Saturday Afternoon at the Freight Line
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The freight line near Hanover always offers surprises. A picture gallery with 45 photos taken in storm, rain and sunshine.
Addio Attilio Mari
by Friedhelm Weidelich
In 2016, the fantastic model maker Attilio Mari had recorded his life's work. Now he is retiring through age.
New Photos of Vectron by Kiss Deutschland
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
First Pictures of Kiss' new Vectron Hand Sample
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
New Photos of Fine Models' DB E 71
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Fine Models hat neue Fotos vom Handmuster der E 71 in der Bundesbahn-Version. Das Spur-1-Modell wird Holzböden in den Führerständen erhalten.
Danish DSB gets its Vectron
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Photos of SBB Ae 3/6 from Kiss Modellbahnen Schweiz
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Read more … Photos of SBB Ae 3/6 from Kiss Modellbahnen Schweiz
Novelty Announcement: E 95 from MBW
by Friedhelm Weidelich
MBW plans to deliver an DRG/DB E 95 in 2021.
The Pink Dragon
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Locomotives in this color scheme are rare. A Polish company stands out with this. Pretty in pink.
Photos of the Completed Sample of E 71 from Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
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Review: The pre-war locomotives of the Reichsbahn
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
Read more … Review: The pre-war locomotives of the Reichsbahn
Novelty: E 71 by Fine Models
by Friedhelm Weidelich
After Spur 1 Austria, Fine Models also announces an E 71. It is already almost finished. There are understandable reasons for the double development.
News from Austria
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The Austrian class 93 of gauge 1 Austria is nearing completion - and the Easter Bunny brings a rustic electric locomotive.
Ready to roll: the Polish Dragon
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Jacek Wysocki's Dragon is finished. An impressive gauge 1 model from Poland, completely self-built.
New Norwegian NSB Locomotives for Gauge 1
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Agder Modell Teknikk from Norway keeps going and announces two new NSB locomotives in 2020 for gauge 1.
Images of SBB's Ae 4/7 by Dingler
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Dingler had some of his models of the Ae 4/7 of the SBB photographed.
Tour of the French Railway Museum Cité du Train (4)
by Friedhelm Weidelich
Finally 39 photos from the Cité du Train in Mulhouse, France. Here we meet two world record locomotives and many other exciting railway vehicles.
Read more … Tour of the French Railway Museum Cité du Train (4)
The new SNCF CC 72000 from Modelbex
by Friedhelm Weidelich
The new SNCF diesel locomotive CC 72000 from Modelbex are impressive. A short photo session with 38 photos.
A Märklin Summer Novelty for Gauge 1
by Friedhelm Weidelich
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.
The Polish Dragon, homemade
by Gastautor
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.