Steam Traction World – News, Views and Product Updates

Welcome to the Steam Traction World News Page, your go-to source for all the latest updates, innovations, and stories from the world of steam engineering.

Here, you’ll find exciting announcements about new products, behind-the-scenes looks at our workshop, and inspiring stories from our passionate community of builders. Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate the rich heritage of steam power, one story at a time.

Bits and (Quite Large) Pieces

Busy? U can say that again. Heres a selection of photos of different items currently in production ranging from different 4” Burrell wheels, cylinder castings and finished machined, chimney caps, boiler barrels and plate work, fabricated…

Pair of Lucas Steam Car lights and foot bell. Sorry now SOLD.

Matching pair of Lucas Kings Own lamps and a foot bell. Great addition for one of our Lykamobiles. A quick tidy, polish and repaint and the lights will be as good as new. No cracks on glass or dents etc. Bell approx 5.5" in diameter (140mm)…
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NEW BATCH OF 4″ SCALE WATER BOWSERS STARTING JULY

  A limited batch of 20 water bowsers are being manufactured in July. We have already received commitments for 8 of these and are accepting deposits on the remaining 12 currently. All bowsers now come with vulcanised rubber tyres included…
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Drive It Day – #Livingthesteam

It’s been a frustrating past 12 months for all of us. In addition to the individual, personal challenges of Covid, rallies and events have been cancelled and we all haven’t been able to get out and enjoy our hobby as much as we’d like.…
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Road Run by Paul Hawkins

Out for 7 mile road run 2 weeks ago. Minor problem, one of my water containers cracked when I went over a pothole, so I was a bit short of water. Luckily found farm supply. Engine steamed freely as usual, sometimes a bit too much blowing…
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Out With The Old

After 5 years machining mainly boilers, cylinders, horn plates and wheels (basically anything big!) it’s time to say goodbye to our Hyundai-Kia Milling machine... and say hello to our fourth new machining centre in 2 years....a Leadwell V42if…

FREE Factory tours available to book now!

Book a factory tour at our Daventry facility and experience the heart of Steam Traction World. You’ll get an up-close look at our machining areas, boiler shop, and assembly lines, and meet the craftsmen who bring our precision-engineered models to life. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or new to steam, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the world of steam traction.

Book your tour today and see the magic in action!

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