Modern Locomotives

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Modern Locomotives

Our Price: $25.00

Year: 2000
Pages: 192
Binding Hardcover
ISBN 785812245

Product Code: 756776880

Description

Brian Hollingsworth (au); Arthur Cook (au). Lavishly illustrated & technically detailed, this volume covers the development & working histories of 150 of the world’s most famous & unique locomotives. Beginning its coverage in 1879, the book describes a series of 150 electric & diesel locomotives, such as the remarkable TGV electric train from France, which today carries its passengers at speeds of up to 162 mph. Including a number of modern hybrids, such as gas-turbine trainsets, the book goes on to review the development of modern railpower towards the 1990s & beyond. The exceptional text has great historical & technical value, & there is a series of 75 beautifully drawn, unique color illustrations. In addition, 250 photos include some of the rarest & most dramatic available.

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