ABC are also to produce two diecast CMB Bus Stops, one at 1:12 scale and the other at 1:76 scale - further details will appear here tomorrow. 

Photograph courtesy of World of Diecast

The release of the MCW Metrorider, CM1, from ABC Models has been delayed slightly, however, the second version of the Long Dragon, with improved quality finish, is due for release on Wednesday 30th May.

ABC's UK importer has advised me that he has had serious problems over the past few months which have affected his business, but that he is now running as normal. As soon as the next batch of models arrive, I hope to be able to keep you informed. 

MMC-7001 MKI S/D London Transport, limited 3000 pcs.  MMC-7101 MKI D/D Arriva (Red), limited 2500 pcs

MMC-7102 MKI D/D London Transport Airbus, limited 3500 pcs MMC-7301 MKII D/D London Transport, limited 3500 pcs.

The above photographs show the four Peak Horse "mini" models due for release in the UK next month. 
The models measure 7.5cm x 3.5cm x 2cm 

Photograph courtesy of 80M Bus Model Shop

The MBE Citybus Dragon with China Paint "Flower Brand" all-over advertising has been issued in a different guise, that of Fleet No. 833 on Route 170 to Wah Fu.

The release of the Citybus "Year of the Snake" MAN/Volgren has been delayed until Monday 28th May. 

Having acquired the C'sM 1/50 scale Metrobus today, the Limited Edition certificate number was 0675 out of a total of 0688. This leads me to the question, has anyone got any Limited Edition Certificate numbered 001, 0001 or 00001 of any model, or indeed the last certificate for any model?? Please let me know!! 

Photograph courtesy of Collector's Model

This time it is KMB Victory G224, carrying all-over advertising for Nissin Instant Noodles, on route 73. It is Model No. V205B and is limited to 700 pieces. It is apparently on sale now in Hong Kong.

The Citybus Trolleybus was released in Hong Kong yesterday.

I am grateful to Garry Donnelly of Rotherham Model World for advising me that the  advertising livery on the C'sM model below is for 'Guangxi Rice Wine'. 
My thanks also to Tin Yau Lee for giving a rather more detailed explanation, being "The new C'sM Jubilant appearing on your website today is wearing the "Guangxi Jindian Min Jiu Series", which means "Famous Classic Alcoholic Drink Series from Guangxi Province" !!!

Photograph courtesy of Collector's Model

Due for release shortly is this Collector's Model Dennis Jubilant carrying an unidentified advertising livery. The model number is V203B. 

Photograph courtesy of 80M Bus Model Shop

No, you are not seeing double!!  This is in fact the next release in a joint venture between Car's Workshop and Drumwell, representing CMB's Dennis Condor DA2. It is believed this release is to be numbered 38601 and is expected in June.

Photograph courtesy of Citybus

The first photographs of Citybus's Year of the Snake MAN/Volgren have just been received, thanks to both Citybus and 80M Bus Model Shop. Further photographs can be seen at OM45403. The model is due to be released on 19th May.
 

Photograph courtesy of Jotus Model Depot

Released in Hong Kong yesterday was Collector's Model CMB Dennis Condor (DGR-002). 

Due for release next week in the UK are former Hong Kong only releases, including 44804, 44805 and 43226?

I would also like to thank Mr. Ping Wah Kwok, of 80M Bus Model Shop, for kindly sending me a complimentary copy of "Hong Kong Bus Models Volume 2" a review for which will appear here shortly.

Whilst on the subject of being grateful, I would like to thank all of you who regularly provide information, news and photographs, with a special mention to Sindy and Joe at Jotus Model Depot, who I am sure you will agree, provide me with superb photographs of the models, as soon as they are released.  As you will no doubt appreciate, the updating of this site takes a considerable amount of my free time, and receiving such news, books and models for review, etc, makes all the effort worthwhile. Unfortunately, responses to e-mails are sometimes delayed, as my main aim is to publish any news as soon as possible, and for this I apologise.

Last but not least, I have just received samples of ABC's AV1, ML2 and the Fife Scottish Daimler Fleetline, so another thank you to Don Craggs and ABC Models. I hope to be able to include reviews of these as soon as possible. 

Photograph courtesy of World of Diecast

The first glimpse of ABC's MCW Metrorider CM1 (001201).

The "matchbox" size MCW Metrobus (the mini MCW) is issued under the Peak Horse branding, and I can confirm that it is planned to release five UK liveried models in this series, these expected to be released by the end of May. 

44406 - Dennis Trident/Alexander - KMB Greener Bus.
This will only be available through Corgi Gold Star Stockists

44505 - Dennis Trident/Duple Metsec - NWFB 100th New Bus

43226 - Volvo Olympian/Alexander - KMB Year of the Snake.

The last two should be on general release