New-builds in focus

Overhauls, restorations and running notes

D3265 – Llangollen: Work has continued on the overhaul of the Class 08 based in North Wales, with a start made on looking at the valves and guides and also pressure testing of the block itself. Firstl

Following new-build BR ‘3MT’ tank No. 82045’s starring role at The Greatest Gathering, former Southern Region fireman DAVE WILSON explores the history of the often-overlooked ‘Standard 3s’ and recalls his encounters with the 262Ts in BR days.

To the uninitiated, the ‘Y7’ 040T looks like a bit of a dockside lightweight… but they became regulars on passenger work, some of the longest lived ex-main line locomotives in industry, and even wartime heroes, as ALAN REET reveals.

The year 1927 was a significant milestone for the London, Midland & Scottish Railway as it marked the introduction of the first of the Royal Scot 4-6-0s, which were built with some urgency to replace

Burton-based Nemesis Rail has revealed its first steps towards creating a set of Mk. 3 coaches for use on both main line charters and preserved lines. The first three completed vehicles were unveiled