Author: Peter Tuffrey
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781912101702
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160

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Author: Keith Langston
Publisher: Pen and Sword
ISBN: 1526759837
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 324

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This British Railways history explores the long-held tradition of naming steam locomotives in honor of the military. The naming of steam locomotives was a beloved British tradition since the first railway locomotives appeared in 1804. Many of the names were chosen in honor of military personnel, regiments, squadrons, naval vessels, aircraft, battles and associated historic events. This volume looks specifically at the steam locomotives with military-inspired names that were built by the London & North Eastern Railway, which joined the British Railways stock in 1948. A large number of the company’s Jubilee class locomotives were given names with a military connection, as were a small number of Black Five class engines. Famously the majority of the much-admired Royal Scot class of engines carried names associated with the military in general and regimental names in particular. Many of the nameplates were adorned with ornate crests and badges. Long after the demise of mainline steam, rescued nameplates have become prized collectors’ items. This generously illustrated publication highlights the relevant steam locomotives and explains the origins and social history surrounding their military names.

Author: Jonathan Glancey
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780956677006
Category : Tornado (Steam locomotive)
Languages : en
Pages : 208

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The story of how a dedicated group of steam enthusiasts recreated one of Britain's lost steam locomotives.

Author: Philip Atkins
Publisher: Haynes Publishing UK
ISBN: 9781844257065
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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The legendary '4472' - better known as the Flying Scotsman - receives the famous Haynes Manual treatment with the full co-operation of the National Railway Museum. Here is a unique perspective on what is involved in maintaining, operating and restoring this Class A3 Pacific, the first steam locomotive to achieve 100mph. This highly detailed manual, based around 4472's recent overhaul and subsequent return to main-line operation, also looks in detail at every aspect of its engineering and construction, providing a feast of information and insight.

Author: Robin Jones
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781911276906
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 132

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Author: James May
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1402269579
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 259

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His tongue-in-cheek technical explanations here will have you howling with laughter ...-Daily Telegraph After being given yet another pointless man manual that told him fifty ways to tie a bow tie in under thirty seconds, James May, star of the international TV phenomenon Top Gear, was certain guys needed a different kind of book. This book, in fact. He reckons there are nine vital things that a true man should be able to do. Not stuff you can download from the Internet, but really important things, like: HOW TO LAND AN A330 AIRBUS IN AN EMERGENCY* HOW TO PREPARE AND EAT YOUR BEST FRIEND HOW TO DRIVE THE PEPPERCORN CLASS A 1 4-6-2 PACIFIC LOCOMOTIVE TORNADO HOW TO DELIVER TWINS HOW TO DEFUSE AN UNEXPLODED WORLD WAR II BOMB The chances that you will ever meet with the circumstances outlined here are, frankly, very remote. But you're still better off knowing this stuff than not knowing it. Life is a lottery, and maybe, just maybe, it could be you who can do this stuff. But only if you've read this book. *Authors Note: This guide has been prepared for use in an absolute dire, buttock-clenching emergancy. None of the advice inside has been sanctioned by Airbus, any of its associates, or anyone else really. Do not attempt to fly the A330 Airbus on a recreational basis, or use one for joyriding. The A330 is not a toy.

Author: Colin J. Marsden
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780955788789
Category : Locomotives
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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A complete guide to every diesel, electric and gas-turbine locomotive to have operated over the main line network of Britain's Rail system.

Author: Andrew Charman
Publisher: Haynes Publishing UK
ISBN: 9781844259427
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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A fully up-to-date publication, heavily illustrated with both photographs and drawings, detailing the complete procedures needed to handle a steam locomotive. It is often said that steam locomotives appear to be living machines, casting a spell over spectators young and old, from lifelong steam enthusiasts to those witnessing live steam for the first time. This extensively illustrated manual provides a fascinating practical insight into the hard work, knowledge and skills required to safely drive a steam loco. The unique Haynes Manual approach, marrying the engaging text with step-by-step photographs and fascinating illustrations, puts the reader firmly on the footplate to experience the raw power and energy of a steam locomotive in action.

Author: Thomas W. Dixon
Publisher: TLC Publishing (VA)
ISBN: 9781883089771
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Every aspect of steam locomotive coal and cinder operations is covered in this overview of a neglected subject.

Author: compiled from Wikipedia entries and published byby DrGoogelberg
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1291079734
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 570

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do you want to know everything on steam locos, how they work? Read about the technology and lots of steam locos like the flying Scotsman. Compiled from Wikipedia pages and published by dr Googelberg.