|
Railway World 1999 September Vol 60 No 712 New Coradia DMU for SVR Croydon Traml
Railway World 1999 September Vol 60 No 712
CONTENTS
FEATURES
44 Letting a hundred flowers blossom, Michael Harris explains how the Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway has added boats to trains
50 Carter's Doublespread Engineman-cameraman, Jim Carter takes us on another trip back to the steam age, to see North Eastern Pacifics at Leeds
52 Cliff Thomas takes in a total steam experience at The Hollycombe Steam Collection
56 Tramlink - South London's new Light Rail system Handel Kardas reviews what will be on offer beginning this autumn
60 Stevenage Locomotive Society Brian Morrison presents the winners in the Society's 40th anniversary photographic competition
68 Industrial Scene Bob Darvill considers half a century of change
72 Marshalling Yard Railway World's review of what is on offer to readers including book and video reviews and not forgetting Bill Ansell's cartoon
COMMENT
4 RW Comment Running on rails Time to get to grips with urban public transport
26 Heritage Railway Forum Is even railway safety now to be taxed? Peter Ovenstone warns of worrying proposals
38 Ian Allan Writes
42 Letters Where you, our readers, have your say
43 Young lsambard Railway World's wry observer of the world of railways
NEWS
5 Standard Lines Latest news from the standard gauge heritage railways
13 Narrow Lines All the news from Cliff Thomas on the less than 4ft 81/2in gauge...but 15in-plus...railways
18 Classic Traction John Crane reports on developments in the preservation of diesel and electric traction
21 On Main Lines Roster Clerk reviews the charter scene Rail Excursion Roster lists the wide range of main line excursions with diesel and electric traction - Steam Mainliners lists the summer steam charters on Railtrack
24 NRM Spotlight Launching The Works
The NRM launched its million wing, The Works, at an exclusive preview on 7 July. This is what the public saw when it opened its doors the next day
27 National Network Our update on the national system: Privatised Railway provides the comment behind the news, and Brian Morrison reports in news and pictures
40 15" Gauge World Peter van Zeller reports on past and present themes
64 European Steam Scene Colin Boocock reports on preserved and working steam in western and central Europe: Germany: Dresdner Dampffest report; Ochsle line centenary; Yet more main line steam trips! Czech Republic: Crowded steam programme; Poland: More main line steam; Hungary: Stidbahn power for Budapest-Szob; France: Steam-age electrics soldier on... Italy: oops, sorry!
All pictures are of the actual item. There may be reflection from the lights in some photos. We try to take photos of any damage. If this is a railroad item, this material is obsolete and no longer in use by the railroad. Please email with questions. Publishers of Train Shed Cyclopedias and Stephans Railroad Directories. Large inventory of railroad books and magazines. Thank you for buying from us.
Shipping charges
US Shipments: When you add multiple items to your cart, the reduced shipping charges will automatically be calculated. For direct postage rates to other countries, send me an email. Shipping varies by weight.
Terms and conditions
All sales are final. Returns accepted if item is not as described. Contact us before making a return. No warranty is stated or implied. Please e-mail us with any questions before bidding or buying.
Thanks for looking at our items.
| 
