Model Buses Creations (MBC), the UK’s largest and fastest growing die-cast model bus producer has partnered in a licensing agreement with Transport for London (TfL) to produce and release a range of London Buses for the retail collector and hobby market. The collaboration was set up by IMG Licensing.
After releasing a selection models, including the MacMillan Cancer Support Enviro 400 MMC vehicle which raised over £20,000 for Stagecoach London’s MacMillan Cancer Appeal, MBC will be working with TfL on a range of new models which celebrate the heritage and innovation in London’s buses.
“London’s famous red buses have been part of the city’s growth and history for well over a century, helping millions of people travel far and wide”
Ellen Sankey, TfL’s brand licensing manager, said: “London’s famous red buses have been part of the city’s growth and history for well over a century, helping millions of people travel far and wide. Through this range with MBC, we are delighted that customers can own a small part of that history and appreciate the details that go into making London’s bus network what it is today.”
The new models include a selection of Alexander Dennis (ADL) vehicles featuring the anticipated electric bus range. The vehicles have helped change the face of public transport, reducing emissions across London and the UK.
MBC will be releasing the following official licensed London buses in 2025/2026:
MBC 1002 – Stagecoach London Alexander Dennis Enviro 200
UKBUS 0083 – Go Ahead London “Superloop” Alexander Dennis Enviro 400 MMC
UKBUS 0085 – Stagecoach London “Selkent Diplomat” Alexander Dennis Enviro 400 MMC
UKBUS 0086 – Stagecoach London “Selkent Diplomat” Alexander Dennis Enviro 400 MMC
Entertainment and education is MBC’s vision for these products, with each model containing a series of facts about London’s famous red buses. All TfL releases will include a digital link to the MBC product information and development suite, where customers can learn and discover more about the vehicles on the road, and the values of the vehicles it produces.
MBC will be releasing its first TfL products in May 2025, and further releases are scheduled with a choice selection of bus operating partners, including Stagecoach London, GoAhead London, Metroline, and more.
