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In the Clubroom

Clubroom Chat

A place to say hello and natter about your Gauge 3 modelling.

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Last post: Jan 27 2026 13:50 The Gauge 3 layout of Mr... by garyradio

Topical discussion about all things Gauge 3.

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Topics: 338

Last post: Jan 29 2026 15:00 Re: The G3 layout of Mr ... by Doddy

What's Missing in G3?

What 's still needed for Gauge 3 modelling?

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Last post: Sep 28 2024 16:02 Re: A Horse Drawn Carria... by Jon Nazareth

In the Workshop : Questions, Answers and Help

Help Required

Hit a snag or could use some advice?

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Topics: 209

Last post: Sep 04 2025 11:12 Re: G3 screw couplings by Dave796

Best Tool for the Job?

Questions concerning the purchase and use of specialised tools.

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Last post: Oct 28 2023 15:40 Re: 3D software for desi... by IanT

Useful Tips

Share your solutions to awkward or unusual problems.

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Last post: Oct 16 2022 21:49 Little Details.... by John Candy

3D Print 4 Yourself - Questions/Help

This board is solely for questions relating to the identification of parts and assembly of carriages and wagons which you have printed from the downloadable STL files provided by John Candy.

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Last post: Jan 22 2026 09:54 Re: 3D printing design s... by yamie1900

Start a Project : Join a Project.

Initiate or join a group dedicated to producing a kit of a favourite item.

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Last post: Aug 30 2025 21:32 Re: Restoration of 1930s... by MikeWilliams

Looking for a Supplier

Need help locating a supplier of that hard-to-find item?

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Last post: Jan 28 2026 13:01 loco boxes by AshleyW

Live Steam and Model Engineering

Live Steam

Discuss matters relating to the maintenance and performance of coal, gas and spirit-fired locos.

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Topics: 109

Last post: Jan 02 2026 12:47 davinci fan on test by AshleyW

Sub-Boards"KINGSCALE" Britannia - Owner Feedback "KINGSCALE" GWR 48XX/14XX -Owner Feedback

Live Steam Project 0-4-4 Tank

Discussion relating to the G3 Made Simple loco construction project.

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Topics: 1

Last post: Aug 15 2022 10:05 Re: Live Steam 0-4-4 Tan... by MikeWilliams

Internal Combustion Power for Model Locomotives

Discuss problems associated with powering locos using liquid fuel engines and the transmission/drive systems.

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Last post: Mar 21 2014 00:02 Re: Main gearbox by Peaky 556

Battery Powered Locomotives

Discuss the performance and maintenance of battery locomotives.

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Topics: 52

Last post: Apr 21 2024 20:22 Re: Build of the LSWR G6... by John Candy

Motive Power

Locomotives (steam outline)

A place to discuss modelling steam outline locomotives.

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Topics: 50

Last post: Jan 22 2026 12:27 LBSCR D1 by 753

Locomotives (diesel & electric)

All about modelling diesel and electric outline locomotives.

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Last post: Nov 13 2025 07:25 Re: Metropolitan Railway... by John Candy

Multiple Units, Railcars and Trams

A place to discuss modelling powered passenger vehicles.

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Topics: 14

Last post: Feb 08 2024 20:02 Re: Desire for a Streetc... by John Branch

Rolling Stock

Carriages & NPCS

Discuss carriage design, construction and other related matters.

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Topics: 99

Last post: Jan 23 2026 09:41 The GWR Carriage Bonanza... by John Candy

Wagons

Discuss matters relating to goods wagons.

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Topics: 134

Last post: Feb 03 2026 20:21 Re: BR 20T Grain Wagon (... by keith Bristol

Track and Signals

Gauge 3 Wheel and Track Standards

Links to downloadable PDF files for track and rolling stock

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Last post: Sep 20 2021 21:47 Track Standards by Doddy

Sub-BoardsG3 Society Standard Exhibition Track Modules Standardised Track Modules (closed to new posts)

Track Construction

The construction of pointwork and related matters.

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Topics: 61

Last post: Dec 21 2022 22:50 Bufferstops for sale by MikeWilliams

Sub-BoardsTrack-laying Trackbed Construction

Signals & Signalling

Discuss matters relating to signalling.

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Last post: Jun 25 2021 13:18 Re: Grrr sleepers.... by cabbage

Electrification & Control

Battery Power

Questions relating to the control of battery-powered locos.

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Topics: 11

Last post: Aug 29 2020 09:21 Re: Battery power by Jon Nazareth

Track power - DC and DCC

A place to discuss DC and DCC track power and control.

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Radio Control

Discussion of r/c equipment and control problems.

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Topics: 26

Last post: Nov 23 2024 20:34 Re: ESU LokProgrammer by Doddy

3rd and 4th rail electrification

Discuss working model 3rd and 4th rail electrification.

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Last post: Aug 12 2022 21:37 Re: 3rd and 4th rail tra... by John Candy

OHL electrification

A place to discuss working Overhead Line electrification.

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Buildings, Structures and Scenery

Buildings

Exchange views on suitable materials and available kits.

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Topics: 32

Last post: Nov 02 2024 16:36 Re: Another building for... by IanT

Bridges and Tunnels

Discuss construction methods relating to civil engineering in miniature.

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Topics: 12

Last post: May 17 2022 16:36 Re: Tunnelling by Peaky 556

Road Vehicles

Sources of G scale road vehicle models.

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Last post: Oct 21 2022 11:36 Re: WW1 period from John... by Jon Nazareth

Market Place

New Products under Development

Advance notice of products for future release.

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Last post: Apr 05 2025 20:58 Re: Midland Clerestory S... by Anthony Terranova

New Product Announcements

This where G3 Trade Suppliers list and announce products.

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Last post: Jan 28 2026 13:06 NEW LAND 3D PRODUCT ANNN... by Anthony Terranova

G3 Trader Discussion Group

Topics of interest to G3 traders in promoting sales and general product awareness

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Last post: Apr 17 2022 10:20 Re: BARRETT STEAM MODELS by IanT

For Sale

List your items for sale : Remember that any personal details will be visible to everyone reading your message.

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Topics: 210

Last post: Jan 31 2026 15:30 Re: Austerity tank by hornbeam

Make an Offer

Make offer for items being listed for sale : Only registered Forum members can submit offers and offers will be visible to all Forum visitors.
Read terms on which individual items are offered.

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Last post: May 31 2023 19:59 Re: King scale 14xx by hornbeam

Items Wanted

If you are looking for an item, post your request here.

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Last post: Jan 27 2026 23:09 Re: Gauge 3 Carson/ Bass... by Chris_P

Seen for Sale on Ebay, etc.

G3 or 2.5 inch gauge items spotted for sale on Ebay and elsewhere.

Posts: 1,408
Topics: 468

Last post: May 05 2025 08:01 GRS Manor on Ebay by Chris_P

Video and Other Media Links

Guide to Photographing G3 Models

Advice and suggestions to get the best from your photographs of G3 subjects, indoors and outside.

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Last post: Jun 29 2020 10:31 Re: Ted Sadler's Guide t... by Chris_P

Announcements

G3 Society Newsletter Editor News

A public access board where the Newsletter editor may share information.

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Last post: Jun 19 2023 13:53 Re: Freddie Wrighton by Traininvain

Forthcoming Events

Announcement of Events

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Last post: Jul 28 2024 08:50 CPR GTG by cabbage

G3 Wiki Announcements, Questions and Comments

Matters relating to G3 Wiki Content

This board is solely for announcements, comments and questions relating to the G3 Wiki (which is hosted on Gauge3.info ).

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Last post: Mar 04 2023 11:40 Gauge3.info (formerly th... by John Candy

Sub-BoardsG3 Made Simple

Forum Administration and Information

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How to apply, Conditions of Membership, Rules and other info.

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Privacy & Cookies

How we treat information you provide and the use of cookies.

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Last post: May 30 2012 08:46 The use of Cookies and P... by John Candy

Forum Administrator's Notices

Details of changes to the Forum and notice of maintenance work.

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Last post: Jul 29 2025 01:10 Forum Fault ... hopefull... by John Candy

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