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Flying Scotsman Manual Philip Atkins

Flying Scotsman Manual By Philip Atkins

Flying Scotsman Manual by Philip Atkins


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Summary

The legendary '4472' - better known as the Flying Scotsman - receives the famous Haynes Manual treatment with the full co-operation of the National Railway Museum. This title presents a fresh perspective on what is involved in maintaining, operating and restoring this Class A3 Pacific, the first steam locomotive to achieve 100mph.

Flying Scotsman Manual Summary

Flying Scotsman Manual: An insight into maintaining, operating and restoring the legendary steam locomotive by Philip Atkins

The legendary '4472' - better known as the Flying Scotsman - receives the famous Haynes Manual treatment with the full co-operation of the National Railway Museum. Here is a unique perspective on what is involved in maintaining, operating and restoring this Class A3 Pacific, the first steam locomotive to achieve 100mph. This highly detailed manual, based around 4472's recent overhaul and subsequent return to main-line operation, also looks in detail at every aspect of its engineering and construction, providing a feast of information and insight.

About Philip Atkins

Philip Atkins inherited his interest in railways and locomotives from his late father, who extensively photographed Gresley 'Pacifics' when they were in their prime before the Second World War. He had his first railway article published in 1966, and in 1975 he was appointed Librarian at the then new National Railway Museum in York, a post he held until he retired in 2006. He is married, with three grown-up children, and lives in Harrogate.

Table of Contents

An official book: published in association with the National Railway Museum in York, and benefitting from full access to technical drawings and photographs taken during overhaul. Anatomy of 4472: full description of all constituent parts; changes from originality and authenticity; charting modifications made from new until the present day (including livery, smoke deflectors, double chimney, etc). Detailed description of the work undertaken by the National Railway Museum during the major overhaul from which 4472 emerged in the summer of 2011. Running the locomotive: preparing the loco for a day's run; raising steam, coaling and watering; taking from the shed to the train; coupling up, drawing away and getting up to speed; slowing down for signals and stations; arrival at destination, coming off the train and back to the depot for 'disposal' (dropping fire, cleaning etc). First-hand experiences from driver, fireman and engineer. Historical highlights: displayed at the British Empire Exhibition 1924/25; the first recorded 100mph run; rebuilding from A1 to A3 class in 1946; general duties on the LNER and BR; rescue for preservation and return to the main line; tours in the USA and Australia; saved for the nation.

Additional information

GOR009947901
9781844257065
1844257061
Flying Scotsman Manual: An insight into maintaining, operating and restoring the legendary steam locomotive by Philip Atkins
Used - Like New
Hardback
Haynes Publishing Group
20160316
160
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins

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