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We are pleased to report that we are producing a series of fine-scale RTR, injection-moulded 0 gauge models of the Great Western Railway (GWR) Cattle Van to Dia.W8  in 7mm scale (1:43.5, for 32mm standard gauge). It follows Minerva’s successful GWR MINKS, Gunpowder vans and Opens The movement of cattle... read more →

With thanks to Paul Chetter for working on the sound file for our USA tank, the attached video shows progress so far.

The final livery to be offered shows the two engines, Maunsell, DS 237 and Wainwright DS238 that had names given when going into departmental use. Again the green will be a lighter shade on production models, but only a very limited number of each will be manufactured.

The 4th livery on Minerva's USA tank shows the engines with the lined green livery as treated after works visits in the very late 1950s and 1960s. The sample shows the lining well, but two changes are being made to production models, namely the green will be in a lighter... read more →

In the late 1950s, the BR crest was changed and this later type is shown in our third livery.  

Chronalogically, the next livery to appear was again black, but with the early BR crest. Dating from overhaul from the late 1940s (?), it would be seen for around 10 years. This is the second of the liveries on our model...same prices as before

After a delay, we are pleased to start showing the livery options on our forthcoming USA tanks. To start we have the very early prre-1948 black with 'Southern' lettering. The models are currently just starting production in our factory, and are expected around May time. £395 gets the DC version,... read more →

As Minerva's range of models has grown, it has become more and more difficult to take the full range to exhibitions. With the arrival of the 56xx and the USA tank due in a few months, we have taken the decision to limit some of the models available at shows.... read more →

Just a quick update to say the 56xx models are now all safely in our warehouse and we will be sending the first ones out via Royal Mail Tracked 24 service on Monday for Tuesday delivery. Advance orders for DC models will be sent according to the date received, and... read more →

With the kind permission of the 7mm Scale Society, we are now pleased to offer the Stephenson Clark liveried wagon to non members. Over 75% of these wagons went directly to members, and we are delighted that they will now be more generally available. Order via the link below and... read more →