Fascinating tractors and trucks sold
Chris Graham on 20th July 2021
We report on some of the fascinating tractors and trucks that were sold at the recent Aumann Auctions in Nokomis, Illinois, USA.
Old Glory
Aveling Barford GRT road roller
Chris Graham on 17th July 2021
Martyn Williams provides a progress report on the on-going restoration of his Aveling Barford GRT road roller.
Historic railways reopening again
Chris Graham on 16th July 2021
There’s good news from the world of preserved railways, with several historic railways reopening again after lockdown-enforced closures.
Historic rollers in Germany
Chris Graham on 10th July 2021
The archivist to the DampfwalzenClub Schweiz, DWCS, Ernst Huwyler, spotlights more of the historic rollers in Germany.
Colourful Bolivian buses!
Chris Graham on 8th July 2021
Kevin Hoggett reports from the vibrant streets in South America, on some colourful Bolivian buses he spotted in La Paz.
Excellent H&H Auctioneers sale!
Chris Graham on 7th July 2021
We report on some of the fascinating, ex-military vehicles sold at the excellent H&H Auctioneers sale held at Duxford Museum recently.
Kirklees Light Railway visit
Chris Graham on 28th June 2021
David Reed visited the Kirklees Light Railway, that runs between Clayton West and Shelley in Yorkshire, and discovers an absolute gem!
Steam-themed weekend!
Chris Graham on 13th June 2021
David Reed visited Blists Hill Victorian Town, one of the Ironbridge Gorge Museums, to sample its recent, steam-themed weekend.
Classic trams and trolleybuses
Chris Graham on 3rd June 2021
Phil Barnes spotlights some classic trams and trolleybuses from the collection at the Toitū Otago Settlers Museum in Dunedin, New Zealand.
1928 Aveling & Porter roller
Chris Graham on 31st May 2021
Paul Ritchie tells the tale of first-time engine owner Steve Vaughan, acquired and restored his 1928 Aveling & Porter roller.
1914 Orenstein & Koppel steam loco
Chris Graham on 23rd May 2021
We report on the long-awaited restoration of a much-travelled, 1914 Orenstein & Koppel steam locomotive, that’s now in operational condition.
Burrell Special Scenic No.1
Chris Graham on 19th May 2021
Bob Moorman charts the life of one of the most recognisable, 100-year-old showman’s engines around, Burrell Special Scenic No.1.
Caterpillar D9 cable dozer
Chris Graham on 17th May 2021
Sandstone Heritage Trust has a great collection of earth-moving equipment, with one of the highlights being a Caterpillar D9 cable dozer.
Classic cranes in New Zealand
Chris Graham on 13th May 2021
Phil Barnes found three classic cranes in New Zealand, while visiting the Ferrymead Heritage Park, in Christchurch.
