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Darstaed

Darstaed makes O-gauge model railway products, including two-rail ready-to-run rolling stock. In 2016, its range included bogie tankers in multiple liveries, with A4 locomotives announced for later that year.

Founded
1946
Locations
Andover, Hampshire, UK.
Founders
André Darstaed

The story of Darstaed

Since the humble start in 1946, Darstaed became a favored name among vintage model train enthusiasts. The business was launched by an inventive Dutchman named André Darstaed, shuffled between various owners through its vibrant existence, and has revived like a phoenix each time. The brand’s major shift came in the late 199s when tower-collector Ellis Clark breathed new life into it. He sparked boom years for the company by building high-quality remakes of vintage designs that encompassed the discerning charm of the original models. From the first tin-plate wagons to current die-cast and injection-molded models, it's been a remarkable ride, quite like a captivating tale shaping up right on railway tracks!

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