Narrow Gauge Steam Locomotives

Author : Brian Solomon
Publisher : Dearborn Trade Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780760305430
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Narrow Gauge Steam Locomotives written by Brian Solomon and published by Dearborn Trade Publishing. This book was released on 1999 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Wales to the modern steam-powered tourist trains of Pennsylvania, New Mexico, and Colorado. Features coal-consuming behemoths and the men and women who keep them chugging along tracks that measure just two to three feet in width.

Author : Anthony Coulls
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN 13 : 1445675579
Total Pages : 143 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Narrow Gauge Locomotives written by Anthony Coulls and published by Amberley Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2018-04-15 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Britain’s narrow gauge railways are host to some of the oldest, most charming, varied and extraordinary locomotives to be found anywhere. This book is a fascinating survey of these appealing engines.

Author : Brian Solomon
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781627008808
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.02/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How Steam Locomotives Work written by Brian Solomon and published by . This book was released on 2022-03 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the secrets of steam locomotives with this comprehensive book covering how they work, including their design, evolution, and construction. Learn about how they were designed, how they work, what each of the components do, and how the engines operated. Well-known railway author Brian Solomon covers their strengths and weaknesses, how they evolved, and how and why diesel locomotives were able to supersede them. You'll get an in-depth view of the fascinating and extremely popular steam locomotives used throughout history including: How steam locomotive components work together to get a train into motion The evolution of steam leading to more-powerful locomotives The various wheel arrangements and what service each was designed for Differences among coal- and oil-fired types And more! Featuring extensive photo coverage and drawings, this 208-page book is essential for any railfan or model railroader. Take the mystery out of these iconic living, breathing beings!

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 446 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Locomotive World written by and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Hugh Hughes
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Steam Locomotives in India written by Hugh Hughes and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : George W. Hilton
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780804723695
Total Pages : 580 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book American Narrow Gauge Railroads written by George W. Hilton and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 580 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a comprehensive, illustrated account of the growth and decline of American narrow gauge railroading. It documents a long-gone era, bringing to life ancient steam locomotives, railroads and rolling stock that have mostly disappeared without trace. The basic facts and information on the subject are heavily illustrated with photographs, drawings and maps, presented in an encyclopedia format.

Author : Peter Jones
Publisher : Crowood Press UK
ISBN 13 : 9781847970299
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Building Small Steam Locomotives written by Peter Jones and published by Crowood Press UK. This book was released on 2009-01-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you have an ambition to build a small live steam locomotive, but are daunted by the skills required, then this book is for you. Written in his clear and encouraging style, Peter Jones demystifies the whole process for those with little or no previous experience. Contents include: An explanation of terms; Basic metalworking processes; Step-by-step project guides; Machining; Boilermaking; Painting; and Finishing. Fully illustrated throughout with color photographs and drawings, and including appendices of suppliers and societies, this is an invaluable work for the railway modeler.

Author : Karl Zimmermann
Publisher : Boyds Mills Press
ISBN 13 : 9781590781654
Total Pages : 60 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Steam Locomotives written by Karl Zimmermann and published by Boyds Mills Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to the history and workings of steam locomotives.

Author : Baldwin-Lima-Hamilton Corporation
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 460 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Illustrated Catalogue of Narrow-gauge Locomotives written by Baldwin-Lima-Hamilton Corporation and published by . This book was released on 1900 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Peter Nicholson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781909431119
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.17/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Narrow Gauge Steam Locomotives of Great Britain & Ireland written by Peter Nicholson and published by . This book was released on 2014-09-24 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: