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Trainini German Magazine for Z Gauge International Edition - March 2025 - Issue 236 - Volume 21

Trainini 3/2025 really heavy for once

Things get really tough in our March issue, as we have dedicated ourselves primarily to heavy goods transport on rails. But we also have a few more arrows in our quiver.

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Intermodellbau 2025: Trainini exhibits

Our magazine will also be taking part in Intermodellbau 2025 in the form of a joint stand, where we will keep you informed.

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Aged with dignity: Omm 33

By the end of the sixties, the former Omm 33 had already passed its zenith - but not its model, as a current FR special edition proves. The two cars in a double pack are now available from the 1zu220-Shop.

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Top secret: NATO wagon

We have only learnt about a very special and so far unique special wagon in Z gauge from informants. We are sharing the little we know with our readers today.

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Intermodellbau 2025: well represented

As we were recently informed, there is far more than just one ideal exhibitor for the Z gauge, which is why a visit to Dortmund is worthwhile.

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Elephant Express from TRI

To mark the 50th birthday of the blue elephant, Train Rental International (TRI) has designed a locomotive that Märklin is now announcing as a model.

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Trainini German Magazine for Z Gauge International Edition - February 2025 - Issue 235 - Volume 21

Trainini 2/2025: almost 70 pages of novelties!

The spring new items for Z gauge fill almost 70 pages. The work involved also explains the late publication date.

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Make a note: 20 years of Trainini

In August 2025, Trainini will be celebrating its 20th anniversary. Celebrate with us: at the Trainini Anniversary Exhibition 2025 on 4 and 5 October 2025 in Wasserkurl (near Dortmund).

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Trainini German Magazine for Z Gauge International Edition - January 2025 - Issue 234 - Volume 21

Trainini 1/2025: Let's go on!

A new year has begun and we are entering an anniversary year. We take a look back, look ahead and are in the middle of the crafting season. This brings a variety of topics!

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First new spring products announced

Märklin and some smaller suppliers have announced their first new products for spring. We provide an initial overview.

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