Remembering Bucyrus-Erie Company’s pull-type scrapers
Chris Graham on 1st November 2023
Keith Haddock reviews one of Bucyrus-Erie Company’s lesser-known products including its close ties with the International Harvester Company.
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Escobar’s steam engines found in Columbian theme park!
Chris Graham on 20th July 2023
A reader updates us on a couple of interesting steam engines with connections to one of Colombia's most notorious drug barons.
The amazing machines at the HCEA’s 36th Annual International Convention!
Chris Graham on 14th April 2023
Keith Haddock reports on the amazing variety of vehicles in action at the HCEA’s 36th Annual International Convention in Ohio, USA.
Latest diecast and resin models to collect
Chris Graham on 8th March 2023
Mike Neale assesses another batch of recently-released and collectable diecast and resin models of tractors and light commercials.
1973 Terex 150-ton truck
Chris Graham on 2nd March 2023
Keith Haddock reports on the assembly of a 1973 Terex 150-ton truck which was a star attraction at last year's HCEA's convention.
Gradall Hydraulic Excavator; a world first!
Chris Graham on 7th February 2023
Keith Haddock reviews the history of the Gradall Hydraulic Excavator, which is claimed to be the world’s first machine of its type.
Small lighting and charging plants
Chris Graham on 12th January 2022
Patrick Knight takes a look at some of the small lighting and charging plants being exhibited by stationary engine owners these days.
Amazing Browning steam shovels!
Chris Graham on 30th December 2021
Keith Haddock explains the fascinating history of Browning steam shovels that were developed in Ohio during the early 20th century.
New Idea Vari-Speed engine
Chris Graham on 21st December 2021
Mark Tewkesbury throws a light on the rare, New Idea 'Vari-Speed' engine that he spotted recently at an event in Sussex.
