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MK Modells Shows Preproduction Model of 1:22,5 Scale Swiss Type Gb(v) Boxcar

MK Modells has shared pictures of the preproduction model of their 1:22,5 scale type Gb(v) boxcar coming in RhB, MGB and FO paint schemes. The models are handmade brass constructions.

MK Modells 2m Scale 1:22,5 Scale Boxcar Gb Gbv RhB
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MK Modells 2m Scale 1:22,5 Scale Boxcar Gb Gbv MGB
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Delivery is foreseen for July 2025. Preorders can still be placed. MSRP is at 489 CHF (~ 505 EUR) excl VAT.

Link: MK Modells Boxcar Gb(v) (external link – DE)

MK Modells is a Swiss based small series manufacturer of 1 and 2m scale models focusing on handmade brass constructions. Designed in Switzerland, Made in China.

PIKO Shows Samples of DB BR 221 & Chemical Tank Car at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025

PIKO has showed a running sample of their new DB type V 200 / BR 221 diesel locomotive at the “Intermodellbau” trade fair in Dortmund (Germany).

Delivery of the analog (#37460) and digital (#37461) models is planned for June 2025.

PIKO 37460 37461 BR 221 Sample at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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PIKO 37460 37461 BR 221 Sample at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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PIKO 37460 37461 BR 221 Sample at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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Slightly less accessible was the new chemical tank car (#37860). While still a sample, it definitely looks to be on track for its promised delivery in September 2025.

PIKO 37860 Chemical Tank Car Sample at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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PIKO 37860 Chemical Tank Car Sample at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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PIKO 37860 Chemical Tank Car Sample at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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LGB High End Shay at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025

At the “Intermodellbau” trade fair in Dortmund (Germany), LGB presented a sample of the Shay in their High End line.

LGB High End Shay at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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LGB High End Shay at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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LGB High End Shay at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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LGB High End Shay at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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LGB High End Shay at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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Bonus image, the log car (#46775) that combines well with the Shay.
LGB 46775 log car at Intermodellbau Dortmund 2025
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ESU Announces New Handheld DCC Controller “Mobile Control Pro”

ESU has announced a new version of their handheld DCC controller called “Mobile Control Pro”. It’s the successor to the “Mobile Control II” which is not available on ESU’s website anymore.

The “Mobile Control Pro” can be paired to ESU’s own ECoS and CabControl DCC systems, yet it can also be used together with the Märklin CS3 digital system or the Roco Z21 DCC system. The communication happens over WLAN, and you have the option to use the Mobil Control Pro with your own network, or with a separate WLAN adapter.

ESU 50115 50116 Mobile Control Pro for ESU ECoS / Roco Z21 / Marklin CS4

Delivery is foreseen for the second quarter of the year.

  • 50115 Mobile Control Pro Wireless Controller + Access Point Set for ECoS/Z21/CS3 – MSRP € 339,99
  • 50116 Mobile Control Pro Wireless Controller for ECoS/Z21/CS3 – MSRP € 319,99

Source: ESU (external link)