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The illustrated guide to locomotives of the world : a comprehensive history of locomotive technology from the 1950s to the present day, shown in over 300 photographs

Colin Dennis Garratt (Author)
This comprehensive encyclopedia features some of the most influential, famous and beautifully designed trains of the last 50 years. With examples taken from Britain - including Eurostar - Europe, the former Soviet Union, North and South America, the Middle East, India, China, the Pacific Rim, Australasia and Africa, the book presents a complete history of global locomotive technology. Detailed specification boxes list each train's builder, client, gauge, class, axle arrangement, dimensions, rating and speed. Packed with more than 300 dynamic photographs and illustrations, this volume will appeal to train lovers and trainspotters the world over

Print Book, English, 2014
Hermes House, London, 2014