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Sounds like you want a DF mini MP3 player module: eg - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/154480158202 and a simple keyfob remote : eg https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/295348641675 You'll also need batteries and a speaker, plus a micro SD card and download a relevant sound file. Should be doable for around £15 (...

I myself am looking for something to simple activate a sound, play the file and then stop playing after a certain amount of time (if the file is trimmed down to say 10 seconds), but with which I don't have to connect up to some sort of radio control button. More likely I'm looking for a small remote...

The tallest figure that will fit in the cab of Thornas is about 85mm high. That makes the cab about the same height as a Kerr Stuart Skylark. The TVT engineer is 85mm tall and he just fits in the Skylark cab. I wouldn't worry too much, Skylarks weren't alone in having low cabs. Anyway, the average ...

The new Boot Lane Works Minty looks like it could be a good contender for your line, small and practical

Looking good rik, the interior reminds me very much of the interior of Mr Williams the head office from Ivor the Engine.