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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.

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Christmas 2020 – Your Song

Christmas 2020: Your Song It’s the moment you have all been waiting for! The sprouts are simmering nicely, the mulled wine is warming and the chestnuts are roasting by the open fire. It’s the annual Christmas Steam Traction World ‘thank…
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Merch

As Christmas draws near and the retail giants look to make as much money as possible, sorry er.. celebrate the festive season by offering a range of associated goods “Merch” to their customers who willingly part with their hard-earned cash…
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A Bigger Sleigh Santa?

So 20 customers have early Christmas presents after the boiler inspector was in on Monday to pass them off. Mr Shore, Mr Alcock, Mr Jones & Mr Bull all have 4" Agi boilers coming to them. Mr Johnson, Mr Sanderson, Mr Cartwright, Mr Weston…
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Boilers

Few pics of some of the boilers ready and waiting for the inspector to come in and sign off on the 14th Dec (there are others I just didn’t take photos of them all) .....around 20 early Christmas presents!!
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Little Samson – Huge Interest

So today we welcome to the factory our newest addition......a 4" Little Samson. Other than a few finishing touches still to add, this along with the 6" Little Samson, 4" Burrell Agi, 4" Burrell SCC, 4" Roller, 4" Showman’s and 4" Road Loco…
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Your Builds: The Mistress

Ive included some photos of the paint process mainly lining and the top coats to show what kind of finish you can get with a brush and lots and lots of patience. Process as follows with wet and dry between up to 1200 grit. 1 oxide 2 undercoat 3…
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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.

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