Welcome to Heljan
70 Years of Legacy and Tradition, with a modern outlook
Modelmakers to the World since 1957
Founded in 1957, Heljan is a Danish model railway company with roots in Søndersø, not far from Odense, the home city of Hans Christian Andersen. Originally specialising in scenic products, kits and accessories for model railways, the company moved into ready-to-run HO scale models in the 1990s and has since diversified into British outline OO, O and narrow gauge models. Heljan has also produced RTR models for many other European countries and, over the years, has been a key supplier to renowned model railway names such as Märklin and Walthers.
Since the first British OO gauge models were announced in 2000, Heljan has released a wide selection of OO, OO9 and O gauge models. British outline products now form a significant part of the range, including a wide selection of high-quality locomotives and rolling stock in OO and O gauge. These are primarily focused on diesel and electric era subjects, complemented by a growing range of steam-era models in OO, O and narrow gauge.
In 2026, Heljan entered an exciting new chapter following its acquisition by Accurascale, the multi-award-winning British model railway manufacturer. This milestone marks a major step forward in the evolution of the Heljan brand, combining over 70 years of heritage with Accurascale’s expertise in innovation, accuracy and value.
Under Accurascale’s ownership, Heljan is being developed into a modern, innovation-driven brand with a renewed focus on delivering highly detailed, feature-rich and competitively priced models for the Danish and Continental European HO market. With increased investment in research, tooling and production standards, future Heljan models will set new benchmarks for quality, fidelity and performance.
Heljan remains committed to its heritage and longstanding relationships within the hobby, continuing to serve modellers and retailers across Europe while enhancing the customer experience through improved availability, support and new digital retail initiatives.
This new era represents a powerful combination of tradition and innovation, positioning Heljan for continued success as a leading name in model railways across Europe and beyond.
OUR VISION
70 Years of Experience
Building on a legacy of excellence, and award winning models, the NEW Heljan aims to bring a fresh new approach to scale railway modelling.
WHY HELJAN
Model makers since 1957
Our products combine cutting-edge technology with durable design, offering you models that are reliable, eco-friendly, and easy to use. Choose us for quality, innovation, and a commitment .
Unmatched Reliability
Built to perform in any situation, our models are designed to be dependable, solid runners and easy to enjoy
Quick, Easy Shipping
Now shipping from the UK and EU, orders over £50 are completely free shipping and the price you see includes all VAT and Import considerations
Powerful, Compact Design
Every product in our collection undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets our high standards for quality and performance.
Exceptional Customer Support
Have questions? Our customer service team is here to help! Reach out to us 24/7 for any inquiries or assistance.