Title: Locomotive Engineering, 1899, Vol 12 A Practical Journal of Railway Motive Power and Rolling Stock Classic Reprint
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2019
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0365060291
ISBN 13: 9780365060291
Binding: HRD
Condition: New
Weight: 1035 grams

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Latest British locomotive developments analyzed for railroad professionals

A 1899 issue of Locomotive Engineering surveys the newest British designs and how they stack up against American practice. It focuses on Ivatt’s latest express engines, including No. 266, No. 990, and No. 1,329, plus Stirling’s four‑coupled class and the 898 type. The report blends technical detail with clear commentary and historical context.

Two long features examine new locomotive layouts, boiler centers, bogies, and cab design. The text covers changes in frame construction, crossheads, piston fittings, valve gear, and central couplings to tenders. It also highlights innovations in steam generation, exhaust injectors, and the use of higher boiler pressures to boost traction. Readers will find practical notes on maintenance, measurement, and on‑site adjustments that illuminate modern steam power in action.
What you’ll experience

In‑depth profiles of contemporary English locomotives, including dimensions, layouts, and performance notes
Explanations of new design ideas such as bogies, raised cab fronts, and centralized mounting of multiple fittings
Side-by-side comparisons with American practice to help readers understand cross‑regional differences
Realistic discussions of practical engineering decisions, from boiler center height to frame construction

Ideal for readers of railroad history, locomotive engineering, and modelers seeking authentic context for late‑19th‑century steam power. This edition offers a snapshot of the transition toward newer locomotive concepts in the UK and how those ideas influenced global practice.

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