Tramway Modelling News and Information
latest models, updates and proposed kits etc.

MODERN ARTICULATED 7mm SCALE TRAM MODEL FOR SALE
November 2011

A very reasonably priced realistic modern articulated 7mm scale tram model is now available from retail store Smyths Toys. It has doors that open and close and comes with a destination display that can be changed. The model disassembles easily and can be powered using trucks and trolley pole[s] available from Terry Russell. Proprietary rooftop pantographs are available. Some customisation of the model may be considered desirable for those with the necessary skills. Click on picture to enlarge.

The sole supplier of this model [toy] is a chain of stores that have a small number of outlets throughout the UK. Priced at £15.99 [plus P&P], it certainly won't break the bank and can be ordered directly from this web page: tinyurl.com/TRT-Smyths.

MOTORED TRUCK DESIGN CHOICES
November 2011

With the introduction of the new SPTC Coronation car model I have re-issued the BELOW FLOOR truck set up with an overall height of only 19mm, using the LH21 motor and Ultrascale 21:1 ratio gear set. Click on picture to enlarge.

For heavier models or with exhibition work in mind I still can supply the H1024 motor and 30:1 ratio gear set. These trucks are 21mm high to the pivot plate on a bogie and 20mm overall on a 4 wheeler thus requiring a slight protrusion through the floor of the model.

7mm SCALE TRAMCAR CARD KITS BY ROBERT HENDRY IN FULL COLOUR
November 2011

You can now purchase the Robert Hendry precision tramcar card kits from Terry Russell Trams. The listing of available kits has been added to the Departure Board but you can jump straight to that page by clicking here.

If you wish to order any of these kits simply use my Order Form.

Click on the image above to see pictures of the complete range of card kits.

DOUBLE SIDED TRAM SHELTER AND OTHER 7mm ITEMS FROM MARK HUGHES
September 2011

A new addition to the range of tram shelters is a development of the existing Portsmouth style kit into a double-sided version with semi-circular ends. It has been produced in both 4mm scale [£18 plus £1.10 P&P] and 7mm scale [£48 plus £2.50 P&P]. There are a limited number of spare development prototypes without the semi-circular ends, in 4mm scale only [£15 plus £1.10 P&P].

Also now available in 7mm scale, by way of space fillers in the shelter etch, are the Blackpool English Electric [lowered] trolley tower [£12 plus 75p P&P], bow current collector [£11 plus 75p P&P], and Gateshead dog gates [£3 plus 75p P&P].

To fill up more corners on the 7mm shelter etch, some bus items have been tried out. In some cases the finer detail has suffered from using the proportionally thicker metal needed for the tram-related parts.

The items are: Foden grille, front wheeltrims, diamond and kite badges; ECW MW wings and grille, Willowbrook wings; AEC, Leyland and Daimler [short] badges; two styles of driving mirrors; Leyland radiator [4 or 5 piece spare etches, ultimately to be a casting] and Midland Red grille; coach and LT rear wheel trims; twin headlights, omo signs, side/rear lights set; all in brass. See pictures of these items.

Mark Hughes, 23 Orchard Rise, Tibberton, GLOUCESTER, GL19 3AT
email: mark.hughes@gmail.com. Please make cheques payable to H M Hughes.

TERRY RUSSELL TRAMS HAS NOW MOVED TO COWFOLD, WEST SUSSEX
August 2011

On the 22nd June 2011, I moved home and this website now shows my new address. Over the last two months the new property has had extensive TLC and green fingers have worked tirelessly on the outdoor space to give pleasure when sipping PIMS on the long summer nights.

Contractors have been employed to create a new workshop and there is space to re-erect my tramway layout during the coming winter months. Unfortunately a Transport and Works Act failed to gain approval to build a garden model tramway in Cowfold. This is probably for the best as I can devote more time to service engineering requirements for my many customers.

Try to avoid the winter rush and get your order in now. My email address is unchanged and ready to receive your instructions.

EMAIL FORM
March 2011

Making it easier for you to contact me


The hyperlink facility opens your email client and populates it with my email address. This concept is very necessary for me to combat spam, but it doesn't work for everyone. To overcome this problem the alternative Message Form is now available.

CLEARANCE SALE
February 2011

Hint: Visit my 'For Sale' page regularly as I am having a bit
of a clear out at present and you could pick up a bargain!

The For Sale page is gradually being populated with details of items that I wish to sell in the coming months. Eventually you will be spoilt for choice with books, models, layouts and official documents, maybe a lot more. The clutter has got to go so I can swing the preverbal cat in my workshop. Don't miss out, watch this section of the site carefully as there may well be something you want.