Hornby Magazine  |   October 2017
The latest issue of Hornby Magazine takes a detailed look at the latest in Digital Command Control equipment as well as featuring THREE exclusive review models, the latest news from Hornby Hobbies and news from Hatton’s of its latest ‘OO’ gauge locomotive projects. For the Digital Special we go in search of five of the best control systems in the £200-£500 bracket, explore the possibility of Hornby’s new solo Twin Track Sound decoders, answer your digital questions and offer 20 top tips to help you get the most from locomotive decoders.
PLUS we have full reviews of Realtrack Model Class 156 and Bachmann’s ‘Birdcage’ stock together with exclusive first reviews of Kernow’s GWR ‘1361’, Hornby’s Mk 1 BSO and Golden Valley Hobbies sound fitted ‘Janus’ 0-6-0 diesel shunter.
If that wasn’t enough, we also have all the latest news, a full preview to the 2017 Great Electric Train Show, a guide to modelling intermodal traffic, a trio of superb feature layouts and an exclusive competition with Hornby Hobbies. Don’t miss it!
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Hornby Magazine October 2017.