Colin Alexander,Alon Siton
North British Locomotive Company
North British Locomotive Company
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The North British Locomotive Company was created in 1903 by combining three established Glasgow locomotive manufacturers. It became the largest locomotive builder in the British Empire, producing steam locomotives of every gauge and exporting them worldwide. After the Second World War, it entered the market for diesel and electric traction but failed, leading to its downfall. This book explores the company's history, including its products and preserved locomotives.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2018
Publisher: Amberley Publishing
The North British Locomotive Company, a remarkable enterprise that emerged in 1903 through the merger of three established Glasgow locomotive manufacturers, Dübs & Co., Sharp Stewart, and Neilson Reid. Each of these companies held an outstanding reputation for the excellence of their products, both domestically and internationally. The fusion that gave rise to NBL resulted in the creation of the largest locomotive builder in the British Empire, building upon the global recognition of its predecessors and exporting its products to diverse destinations such as Palestine, New Zealand, South Africa, and Canada. The company's locomotive output was remarkably diverse, encompassing steam locomotives of every gauge, ranging from diminutive tank engines to colossal Beyer-Garratts. In keeping with the times, North British ventured into the market for diesel and electric traction after the Second World War, although its lack of success in this field ultimately brought the company to its knees.
In this captivating exploration, Colin Alexander and Alon Siton present a lavishly illustrated tribute to one of Britain's most celebrated locomotive companies. The book encompasses the products of its three Victorian constituents, along with official works photographs, images of locos in service, and some of the numerous preserved Dübs, Sharp Stewart, Neilson, and North British locomotives found on heritage railways and in museums worldwide. The authors have meticulously compiled a comprehensive account that delves into the rich history, engineering prowess, and enduring legacy of NBL, making it a must-read for enthusiasts, historians, and anyone with an interest in the world of locomotives.
Weight: 300g
Dimension: 235 x 169 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445674285
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