Great Western Castle Class 4 6 0 Locomotives in the Preservation Era

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Great Western Castle Class 4 6 0 Locomotives in the Preservation Era
Great Western Castle Class 4 6 0 Locomotives in the Preservation Era
Author : David Maidment
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Publisher : Pen and Sword Transport
Language : English
Release Date : 30 July 2023
ISBN : 9781399022675
Pages : 349 pages
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Great Western Castle Class 4 6 0 Locomotives in the Preservation Era by David Maidment Book PDF Summary

This third volume in the series on the Great Western Castle class locomotives focuses on the eight that have been preserved and goes into depth on the reconstruction of three of them, the two Tyseley ones, 5043 and 7029 described by Bob Meanley and Didcot’s 4079 recounted by David Maidment from the records of the Great Western Society, including the full story of 4079’s prolonged stay in Western Australia, its return to the UK and subsequent restoration. The history of all eight is covered and copiously illustrated, including over 100 color photographs, with many during the restoration work by Bob Meanley and in operation by David Maidment. The book includes records of their operation and performance since restoration when some of the most remarkable performances of these locomotives were achieved.

Great Western Castle Class 4 6 0 Locomotives in the Preservation Era

Great Western Castle Class 4 6 0 Locomotives in the Preservation Era by David Maidment,Bob Meanley

This third volume in the series on the Great Western Castle class locomotives focuses on the eight that have been preserved and goes into depth on the reconstruction of three of them, the two Tyseley ones, 5043 and 7029 described by Bob Meanley and Didcot’s 4079 recounted by David Maidment from the

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Great Western Castle Class 4 6 0 Locomotives 1923 1959

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