Category Archives: locos

Some day my prints will come

Posted on 23 June, 2011 by Steve

Much excitement at Fairlight Works today with the delivery of a test print of the Baguley-Drewry diesel from Shapeways. Printed in the “fine ultra detail” material, the resolution of the small parts really is remarkable although you might notice some … Continue reading →

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Any way, shape or form

Posted on 16 May, 2011 by Steve

After measuring (and driving) the ex-RNAD Baguley-Drewry at Amberley last year it has been hovering near the top of my “to model” list. Thanks to its fairly simple, boxy outline I was thinking brass or styrene would be an easy … Continue reading →

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Onward through the Aberglaslyn

Posted on 19 June, 2010 by Steve

On Wednesday we finally got to our proper journey on the Welsh Highland Railway, from Rhyd Ddu down to Pont Croesor. The latest extension across the farmland reclaimed from the Glaslyn estuary has only recently opened, and brings the railway … Continue reading →

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Rhyd Ddu

Posted on 13 June, 2010 by Steve

We’re in holiday for a week in a fantastic cottage at Rhyd Ddu. You can see the Garratts of the Welsh Highland Railway passing from the garden, but a short scramble up the hill gets a better view. Also visible … Continue reading →

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When I grow up I want to be…

Posted on 27 April, 2010 by Steve

…well, it’s an obvious answer isn’t it? This Baguley-Drewry diesel mechanical is described as a “60hp” type but the engine is actually rated at 72hp. It was built around 1980 for the internal 2’6″ gauge network at Royal Naval Armaments … Continue reading →

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