Engineering in Miniature

Keep entertained with Engineering In Miniature - covering all aspects of model engineering, helping novices to progress their first projects, providing in-depth features to attract the experienced.

Show time at last as we prepare for winter projects

Engineering in Miniature

Building a 6-inch Foden C Type wagon • In this second part of his occasional series, Peter describes the highs and lows of building the Steam Traction World kit to rolling chassis stage.

Ready Steady… • Jan-Eric solves a lengthy holding issue in this workshop…

A GNR Stirling Single in 5-inch Gauge • Australian engineer Bruce's second locomotive construction project focuses on building the heart of the engine, its boiler.

Maintenance and (yet) more woes of Yeo… • Harry thought that in the peak holiday month of August he would spend much more time on a Fairbourne Railway footplate than in the workshop – how wrong he was…

Farewell – for a while… • Regular contributor Jan-Eric recalls his achievements in the hobby before taking a break.

A two-stroke petrol engine from diesel components • Patrick tries out a “will-it or won't it” project with a pair of model aero engines, and experiences several trials and tribulations… Does he succeed?

Restoring a Gauge 1 Midland Compound • Anthony continues employing a host of workshop techniques to restore a very tired Gauge 1 electrically-powered locomotive bought on the used market.

Unseizing a regulator • Edward describes his trials and tribulations sorting out the regulator of a 7¼-inch gauge locomotive on his local Rugby track.

The Brunels – Father and Son

Railway challenge trophy heads to Germany

Heating up on the rails… • August heatwaves have brought yet another challenge to many of our clubs this summer but the news remains upbeat, with more than one opening to celebrate.

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