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.
Paint and Painting
Painting and Lining advise has been kindly supplied and written by Craftmaster Paints. This guide is just a brief overview of painting with some more model specific bits thrown in for good measure.
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Christmas 2019 – The Greatest Showmans
Welcome to the Steam Traction World Christmas spectacular… ? … You don’t know about the Steam Traction World Christmas spectacular?*
A Grand Sale
Save £1,000 on two our our biggest engines!
Showmans Rear Hubs
Craig is getting to grips with the new CNC machine. The main focus in the machine shop are the showmans rear hubs, left and right hand side.
CNC Put to Work
New centers for the showmans dynamos using the new CNC machine.
Frederick – £10,000 Raised
A superb achievement and testiment to the quality of Steam Traction World engines. Who would like to join our fantastic family of engine builders? Great Dorset Steam Fair
Burrell Build
Quick test fit this evening then all off for undercoating tomorrow and then that’s it until next weekend…damn work gets in the way of everything!
New Toys Arrive
A busy day at Steam Traction World with the arrival of a brand new CNC Milling Machine and disposal of the old one.
Out with the Old
The old CNC Milling Machine is being disposed of – ready for the brand new one.