Thread: Stephenson's Rocket

Perfect. the word to describe the Model ,.

And Keith, may I suggest another loco to consider which is heaps bigger and way more powerful, something the USA built during WW2....Cheers, Peter
Norfolk & Western #1218

The Norfolk and Western 1218 was part of the railroad's "Class A" 2-6-6-4 steam locomotives. These steamers had no formal name although aside from the N&W's three other railroad's used the 2-6-6-4 locomotives including the Seaboard Air Line, Erie, and Pittsburgh & West Virginia. However, the N&W's were unique in that all were custom built by the railroad's shop forces in Roanoke, Virginia who were master steam locomotive builders. As such, they were the most powerful 2-6-6-4s ever built and featured one of the most powerful tractive efforts of any steam locomotive ever built. Today, Norfolk and Western 1218 is the sole surviving 2-6-6-4 and is preserved in excellent condition (despite missing many parts from a partial rebuild never completed it the 1990s) at the Virginia Museum of Transportation in Roanoke.

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https://www.american-rails.com/1218.html

Wow, that's enormous.

Would need to build a house extension before I could even attempt that Peter.

Thanks for the post

Regards

Keith

Hi All,

I am now onto the carriage

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The carriages each have three - six seat compartments. They are named Traveller and Huskisson. Huskisson was a Liverpool MP who was struck and killed by the Rocket on it's opening ceremony.

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The wheels on the carriage are slightly larger than that of the tender. Each wheel has 8 spokes - which is good for me because it means less sanding. I have machined up the inners (spokes and hub) and outers (rims) on the woodlathe. Now will draw up the spokes and cut out on the bandsaw.

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Regards

Keith

Keith, just remember my offer, I will send through a photo of a selection of engines for you to chose from, which you can borrow (f you'd like) to get an idea from. and maybe a freight car or 3.

I heard that Old Sydney town theme park was for sale, maybe you need to buy this, and open "Keith's train yard" to house all these engines.

cheers, Richard

Just catching. Train looks fantastic Keith you have done a first class job as always no detail too small in your builds, and looking forward to seeing the carriage as it progresses.

Hi All,

Because there is not a lot of detail around regarding this carriage - I decided to scale up a photo I had that will give my an idea on the dimensions without having to constantly go for my calculator.
The photo shows a bit of an indication on what the locomotive and carriage will look like after completion.
Will at some stage be looking to get some miniature hinges for the doors. Perhaps will ask in the Boxmaking section of the forum ?
Regarding the wheels - have cut out the spokes and assembled and then filed, sanded and primed.

Regards

Keith

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Really Keith, you support the cats? No wonder you have so much time on your hands, obviously you're not spending too much time celebrating wins........ Hahahaha

Originally Posted by Fumbler

Really Keith, you support the cats? No wonder you have so much time on your hands, obviously you're not spending too much time celebrating wins........ Hahahaha

That’s a bit harsh!
Next you’ll be picking on our beloved Fords.

Originally Posted by Fumbler

Really Keith, you support the cats? No wonder you have so much time on your hands, obviously you're not spending too much time celebrating wins........ Hahahaha

Now that is a little unfair

Are you a Sydney Swans supporter ???? We may be both in the same boat - missing finals !!!!

Regards

Keith

Originally Posted by crowie

That’s a bit harsh!
Next you’ll be picking on our beloved Fords.

Nope, not going there... ford man thru and thru. Was lucky too when i met my wife, as she worked for Ford Racing in the UK, product development and testing. loved the free gear.

Originally Posted by Keith_1

Now that is a little unfair

Are you a Sydney Swans supporter ???? We may be both in the same boat - missing finals !!!!

Regards


Keith

Yes red and white all the way. and yes, I fear you also may be correct...... oh well, back to the lathe......

Originally Posted by Fumbler

Nope, not going there... ford man thru and thru. Was lucky too when i met my wife, as she worked for Ford Racing in the UK, product development and testing. loved the free gear.

What type of Ford do you have ?

I have a 2015 XR6 ute - I love it.

Wouldn't mind a Mustang though

Regards

Keith

Originally Posted by Keith_1

What type of Ford do you have ?

I have a 2015 XR6 ute - I love it.

Wouldn't mind a Mustang though

Regards

Keith

A Shelby Mustang please Keith or a Shelby Cobra or maybe a PH3 GTHO would be a nice Sunday drive!!

My 2011 XR6 is going very well.....

PS - I'd also consider a Mk1 Lotus Cortina or a Ford Cosworth Sierra and of course a 1932 T Bucket with a blown Big Block!!
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