Description: Since the dawn of locomotives, enthusiasts have sought to recreate these marvels of engineering in miniature form. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for aspiring model locomotive builders, delving into the intricacies of design, construction, and operation. The author explores various locomotive types, from classic express engines to powerful goods locomotives, highlighting their unique characteristics and considerations for miniaturization. Key principles of model locomotive design are explained, including calculating tractive force, determining appropriate steam pressures, and addressing the challenges of cylinder condensation. This book goes beyond mere technical instructions, offering insights into the historical context and evolution of locomotive design. The reader is encouraged to appreciate the craftsmanship and ingenuity behind these miniature machines, fostering a deeper understanding of the engineering principles that govern their real-life counterparts. Whether you are a seasoned model engineer or a newcomer to the hobby, this book provides a valuable resource for bringing the magic of locomotives to life in miniature form, proving that the principles of successful model design extend far beyond simply scaling down a prototype. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
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Book Title: Model Locomotive : Its Design and Construction; a Practical Manual on the Building and Management of Miniature Railway Engines (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 282 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: Automotive
Publication Year: 2016
Item Height: 0.6 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Technology & Engineering
Item Weight: 13.5 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Henry Greenly
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
