NORSCOT 1/50 CAT D11R TRACK-TYPE TRACTOR

Known as a Track-Type Tractor, the Cat DIIR in 1/50th scale by Norscot is a highly detailed model with many moving parts, including a rear ripper leg and front scraper blade, both of which raise and lower. The DIIR is one of Caterpillar's biggest Track-Type Tractors weighing in at 100.6 tons and powered by an 850hp engine. Shop here

VOLVO FH FLAT BED & LOAD - RJ & I MONKHOUSE LTD-LONGTOWN, CUMBIA

R J & I Monkhouse was established by the late Reg Monkhouse on the 1st August 1950 with an AEC Mammoth Major, registration KAO 365. Steady progression led to Reg buying the company’s first articulated truck in 1963 and from that day on, they never purchased another rigid vehicle.

Today the company is operated by his son Ian Monkhouse and grandson Stuart from the depot at Sandysike, Longtown in Cumbria. Their vehicles are all named after Reg’s father, Joseph Monkhouse, who was killed in action in the Great War.

Like many haulage companies, R J & I Monkhouse Ltd has also ventured into warehousing while there main traffic carried is peat, building supplies and fertilisers. Hauliers of Renown is the flagship of Corgi’s road transport range of die-cast models - amazingly detailed, each model is a tabletop replica of a truck from the UK's most famous haulage fleets. 

Every model, is recreated in superb 1:50 scale and includes a numbered, Limited Edition 'Tachograph' Certificate and customised presentation packaging. The range includes both modern and classic cabs and trailers from some of the best known British hauliers. Shop here

CORGI 1/50 DAF 105 FLATBED & CEMENT BLOCK LOAD-KEITH MURRAY TRANSPORT-DUMFRIES

Keith Murray Transport was founded in 1999 and has grown considerably over the last decade. They operate mainly flatbed trailers moving concrete and timber all over the UK.  They also have a number of curtainside trailers and can be seen regularly in central London delivering various products including pre-formed toilet blocks.  Keith’s son, Ross, joined the business in 2009 and is quickly learning his trade in this family run business.  All trucks are hand washed every week by the driver under the watchful eye of the boss and the unique livery on this DAF 105 is in memory of Colin McRae, a Great Scot and lifelong hero of Keith’s. Shop here

VW T2b HOCHDACH-KASTENWAGEN

If you like postal vehicles, this sunny German Bundespost Vee-dub will be a great addition to your collection. Yellow paint has a reputation for poor coverage but this model's 'skin bucks the trend, and there's also some pleasing underside detail for added value. Shop here

BUGATTI 57 S GANGLOFF

Vintage style comes to the fore with this gorgeous 1937 Bugatti, which offers impressive detail throughout. The photo-etched metal side screens, bonnet catches and windscreen wipers are very fine, while the hardwood-effect dash, steering wheel and five-pipe exhaust make this a delight for classic car fans. Simply beautiful.Shop here

VINTAGE GLORY - SENTINEL - BLUE CIRCLE

This is Sentinel -Blue Circle, and features excellent tampo printing for the Cement Marketing Company limited and Blue Circle logos. The load is well done, producing an eye-catching and attractive model. Shop here

BEDFORD OB - BRITISH RAILWAYS

A Bedford OB in British Railways prettiest colour scheme - 'plum and spilled milk' - has the nostalgia alert signs flashing. This model is nicely finished, with 'Edmonton Victoria' destination symbols on the side and neat silver decoration. The radiator seems much more of a piece with the model than some previous OBs we've seen, and even sports a readable Bedford badge. Shop here