We get a lot of enquiries about the superb sound modules we use, so to give everyone more information, below you will see the various options and functions that are available. Firstly we only use Zimo chips, the 645R for the sound version. Secondly, we would mention that both F1... read more →
Nov
27
Nov
23
Despite a little worry over potential delays at Heathrow, we are delighted to report that the 57xx Panniers have arrived and will start to be despatched tomorrow (Friday 24th) to customers. Our first impressions are those of deep joy, as the models appear to be as good as we could... read more →
Nov
16
With the risk of putting a hex on it, the Minerva 57xx panniers will be arriving next week, about 10 days before the Reading 0 Gauge Trade show on the 2nd December. If anyone wishes to pick up and pay for their advance order for the 57xx on the 2nd... read more →
Nov
09
We have received many nice remarks about our Panniers, and one question asked a lot has been if we could make the rather nice buckets, intended to be hung from the fire iron brackets on the bunker available separately. Well we have listened and here they are!! Packs of... read more →
Oct
29
With thanks to James Harrison for providing us with these images of his weathered pannier, we can admire his beautiful subtle rendition of 4614, in its last years working in the Forest of Dean.
Oct
10
Chris K has been weathering his personalised Minerva 8750 for work on his Cwm Bach layout. Number 3753 was an Aberdare engine in this period. The only items that don't come with our model are the number plates and shedcode plate (Narrow Planet), lamps (ModelU), route indicator discs (Roxey Mouldings... read more →
Sep
23
Today has seen the despatch of the last of the sound fitted 8750s to customers. If you have not received your order by latest Tuesday 26th September, it probably means You have told us you are on holiday, and we are waiting to send your model as requested You have... read more →
Sep
02
MINERVA MODEL RAILWAYS ANNOUNCES THE ITS FIRST READY-TO-RUN GOODS VAN - THE GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY IRON MINK VAN IN 7MM ‘O’ GAUGE (1:43.5) FOR 32MM STANDARD GAUGE Penarth, United Kingdom, 2ND September 2017. Minerva Model Railways, the independent company formed by Chris Basten and Chris Klein, announces the... read more →
Aug
23
The first 8750s have now started their journey to their final homes, and will be arriving tomorrow onwards. The first customers will be those who have ordered the Top feed fitted versions with the late BR crests, DC only. We expect to start sending the GW green versions, the early... read more →
Aug
15
We have now had confirmation from our factory that the first shipment of 8750 Panniers is on the way. We now await details of when they will arrive here in the UK, and hopefully, a day or so later at our warehouse. It is then all hands to the pumps... read more →

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