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How long does foam underlay last on average and is there any way to increase its longevity?
Posted in: Model Railway
9th May 2023
The longevity of foam underlay can vary depending on a number of factors such as the quality of the foam, the...
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Can you get decals for all gauges of model railway rolling stock?
Posted in: Decals / Transfers
30th June 2021
Undoubtedly, 00 gauge is the most common gauge for modelling in the UK, so it stands to reason that 00 gauge...
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What are cast-iron spoked wagon wheels?
Posted in: Model Railway, Rolling stock
10th August 2021
Cast iron spoked wagon wheels date back to the 1830s and were the mainstay of wagon wheels for nearly 100 years....
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What can I do with yellowing decals?
Posted in: Decals / Transfers
12th June 2023
Yellowing of waterslide decal sheets is periodically a problem for modellers, especially those who enjoy collecting...
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What is a trailing goods yard?
Posted in: Model Railway, Tracks
25th May 2021
A trailing goods yard was a type of goods yard commonly found at many country and smaller stations during the days of...
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Can you get model buildings for Z gauge?

There are buildings out there for Z gauge layouts, but not in the same quantity or with the same variety as you would get for larger scales.

There's no doubt that Z gauge has got an established following of enthusiasts, but compared to that generated by larger and more traditional scales, it remains niche.

And that's where we are at with Z gauge, a much smaller following with a mirrored availability of products. If you are looking for Z gauge models, you will likely be able to source track, rail joiners and a token gesture of rolling stock from your local model shop, but you'll probably need to source a Z gauge specialist for anything beyond that.

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