The Engine Driver's Manual: How to Prepare, Fire and Drive a Steam Locomotive

Topping, Brian

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Language: English

Published by Haynes Pubns, 2000

0860935396 / 9780860935391

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Comprehensive practical guide to the operation of steam locomotives, covering preparation, firing, driving, maintenance, braking systems, and railway signaling. Heavily illustrated with photographs and technical diagrams. Clean, solid copy with light shelf wear. Dust jacket shows mild edge wear and light surface scuffing.

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Title
The Engine Driver's Manual: How to Prepare, Fire and Drive a Steam Locomotive
Author
Topping, Brian
Publisher
Haynes Pubns
Publication year
2000
Condition
Very good
Dust jacket
Very Good
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
ISBN 10
0860935396
ISBN 13
9780860935391
Item weight
1.4 pounds
Dimensions
1.27 centimeters width by 21.59 centimeters height by 27.94 centimeters depth

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