Welcome to Steam Traction World News, Events & Blog Section
Welcome to the Steam Traction World News & Blog section, your one-stop destination for the latest updates, stories, and insights from the world of steam traction. Here, we combine news about our newest engines, product updates, and special announcements with engaging blog content that dives deep into the rich history and precise engineering behind steam traction engines.
Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or new to the hobby, this section is designed to keep you informed, inspired, and connected with a community that shares your passion. Explore articles that offer expert tips, detailed assembly guides, and behind-the-scenes looks at how our kits are crafted to perfection. Join us as we celebrate the legacy of steam and bring the timeless tradition of traction engines into the modern era.
4½” Scale Foden ‘C’ Type Steam Lorry
The 4½” Scale Foden ‘C’ Type Steam Lorry The Foden in fully machined kit form, is only available from Steam Traction World, and includes all the individual component parts to produce a working, live steam engine. Quality, durability and excellence of engineering are terms which have become synonymous with Foden, Steam Traction World continue in […]
4″ Burrell Scale Single Crank Compound
The Burrell 4″ Scale Single Crank Compound Our multi-award winning traction engines are available as a series of kits to be assembled over a period of time determined by you. Fully working, live steam engines that impress not only the visitors to shows – but now the judges too! SPECIFICATION: 4″ Scale • Length: 73″ […]
4″ Scale Burrell Agricultural Traction Engine
The 4″ scale Burrell Agricultural Traction Engine The magnificent 4 Inch Scale Burrell from Steam Traction World includes all the individual component parts to produce a working, live steam engine. These famous engines were manufactured by Charles Burrell and Sons at their St Nicholas Works in Thetford, Norfolk England. Our kits contain every component necessary […]
2″ Scale Burrell Agricultural Traction Engine
The 2″ scale Burrell Agricultural Traction Engine Our 4″ scale Burrell Agricultural Traction Engine kit was huge success, so for enthusiasts who would love to build a smaller, easier to transport model we decide to launch a fabulous 2″ scale version. These famous engines were manufactured by Charles Burrell and Sons at their St Nicholas […]
6″ Scale Little Samson
The 6″ scale Little Samson The Little Samson was a 5 ton steam tractor built by Savages of Kings Lynn to comply with the Heavy Motor Car Orders of 1905. The model is now available with Steam Traction World in 3″, 4″ and 6″ scale. This is the CAST wheel version as in the photo. […]
4″ Scale Burrell Roller
The 4″ scale Burrell Roller A brand new engine from Steam Traction World, a stunning engine and a right rarity on the rally field, a 4″ (1/3rd) scale Burrell Roller. Weighing in at 600kg* with a working differential and the option of rubbered front and rear rolls, it is a mighty machine. SPECIFICATION: 4″ Scale […]
Lykamobile
The Lykamobile Steamer Series 2 Lyka a Lot There’s lots of love for our Lykamobile – The original Lykamobile Steamer (Series 1) proved to be very popular with sixty five selling worldwide. The Lykamobile had been ‘out of production’ with a 5 year break in manufacturing and was re-introduced due to customer requests in 2016. […]
6″ Burrell
This is big – really big! The stunning Six Inch Scale Burrell order book is now open. This engine is awesome in so many ways: At 108″ (2.74m long) and over 1.5t in weight something this BIG is now available for less than you believe! See? Size does matter. SPECIFICATION: • Width: 45″ (1143mm) – […]
Little Samson
Steam Traction World – the New Home of the Savage Little Samson Range. Exciting News for Steam Engine Fans – two mighty names are now together. Steam Traction World are proud to announce that we are now the new home of the Savage Little Samson Range after acquiring the drawings, patterns, stock, brand and goodwill […]
Secondhand and Bargain Bits
We might love your Lyka, we might want to buy your Burrell back or we may have a bin of bargain bits, or slight seconds to save you a fortune.