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A celebration of classic diesel and electric locomotives. A bi-monthly publication that includes articles by drivers, railwaymen and enthusiasts. You’ll also find a Traction Modelling section. Most articles are UK-based but you can expect some from Europe.
Welcome • Welcome to the March/April issue of TRACTION.
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The Coalville Line in June 1986 • John Dedman recalls becoming aware of the Coalville route after seeing photos of the trains in magazines.
Bridgwater Tripper - A Wagonload Farewell • Richard Giles details the early 2000 freight hopes and the run down for this Somerset location and the locomotive classes involved.
Bath Road: Part 6 • Roy Kethro concludes the account of his railway career at Bristol Bath Road Depot.
Spring Bank Holiday Specials in the North West
ALDERGROVE • Though named after a Canadian location, this N gauge layout firmly represents the author’s love for British Rail blue.
Accurascale early Class 37
Updated tooling for Heljan Class 57
Hornby 2024 announcements
Accurascale announces exclusive Freightliner Class 66 for charity
Diesels in the Don Gorge
Resorts for Traction Enthusiasts - Tamworth
The other ‘Blue Pullman’
Letters
TRACTION IN BRM • Exciting news for readers of TRACTION magazine!
