Engineering in Miniature

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Midlands show is happening -so let's make it a good one

Engineering in Miniature

A GNR Stirling Single in 5-inch Gauge • Australian engineer Bruce continues his new favourite locomotive build project, begun last month, by making the cylinders for his Single.

Making a Beam Engine from 'Scrap' Castings • Rich provides a compelling argument that no part should ever be considered as scrap with this attractive beam engine constructed from automotive components

A freelance traction engine in 3-inch scale • Pipework occupies Jan-Eric in the latest part of his road engine project.

Tender Bender • The latest part of father-and-son team Peter and Matthew's project to build a 'universal' bending tool able to form almost any radius focuses on adding a sharp bending accessory.

A word of warning… • Stuart tells a sorry tale to alert clubs to the dangers at tracks that seem safe…

Restoring a Gauge 1 Midland Compound • Anthony' G1 restoration project this month begins to tackle the locomotive itself.

Hovercraft & air cushions • Rodger describes the short history of a prime example of British engineering innovation, the potential of which was never properly exploited.

Finding solutions and more interesting issues… • Our master of matters 6-inch scale on the Welsh coast this month gets the smoke out of his eyes, only to discover a material he really didn't want to see…

2022 Mainline Rally • John went along to the Ryedale SME's Gilling track for the latest running of this highly popular annual gathering with an emphasis on scale running.

A Britannia Dilemma • Warwick sorts an issue of appearance with an acquired part-built locomotive.

Sisters reunited at Rhyl Miniature line

Full steam ahead for return of Midlands show

Chris Deith - EIM was 'a brave venture'

Steam shows - too expensive?

Transport Curiosities, 1850 - 1950

Summer fun, but stay safe… • Events enjoyed and to look forward to, but some sobering advice to hear too…

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