Model steam engines have intrigued hackers and makers for over 100 years. Many of us have seen old steam engine models up for sale at garage sales and various internet auction sites. The problem with ...

Over the decades we have seen a lot of methods for powering LEGO-based contraptions, ranging from LEGO Technic pneumatics to ...

Working model, scale 1:12, of twin-cylinder steam driven double trunk screw engines, as extensively used for screw propulsion on the HMS 'Minotaur' and 'Northumberland' (1865-1868), construction ...

I thought I knew the meaning of the word “envy”. That was before I clapped eyes on Pete Waterman’s unique collection of model steam engines. I turned as green as my Yorkshire miners’ tie gazing at ...

I thought I knew the meaning of the word “envy”. That was before I clapped eyes on Pete Waterman’s unique collection of model steam engines. I turned as green as my Yorkshire miners’ tie gazing at ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. This is a model of an early design ...

A group of old apprentice friends gathered as they officially handed over an old steam engine to the town’s museum. Steve Goldup, Colin Rich, Anthony Jenkins, Terry Watson, and David Jenkins were all ...

A lifelong steam train fan has treated himself to a miniature traction engine which he uses to drive himself and friends around. The fully licensed and roadworthy vehicle is a scale model of a Burrell ...

A train enthusiast’s collection of model steam engines has sold for more than £530,000 at auction. Kate Colquhoun from Dreweatts saleroom ensures the collection is in tip-top condition (Picture: BNPS) ...

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