Russian Steam Locomotives
“Russian Steam Locomotives” by H. M. Le Fleming, published by David and Charles in 1972, offers a comprehensive history of steam locomotives in Russia, tracing their development from the era of the tsars to mid-1971 in the USSR. This revised edition spans 112 pages and is presented in English, featuring nearly 30 pages of black and white photographs that enhance the narrative.
Readers will find detailed chapters covering various aspects of locomotive development, including pre-revolutionary classes, early Soviet-built engines, and post-war classes. The book also includes an oversized foldout map illustrating railroad lines operated by steam, diesel, and electric locomotives, along with a list of locomotive builders, engine classes, and liveries. The inclusion of a bibliography further supports the exploration of technology and engineering within the context of transportation and railroads.
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History of steam locomotives in Russia, from the time of the tsars through mid-1971 in the USSR. With almost 30 pages of black and white photos. Oversize foldout map showing railroad lines run by steam, diesel, and electric as well as lines under construction. Includes list of locomotive builders, engine classes, liveries and bibliography. Chapters include: Locomotive Development Under the Tsars; Pre-revolutionary Classes in Service in 1960, Early Soviet-built Engines, The Big Engine Period, War-time Acquisitions, Post-War Classes, Tank Locomotives, Narrow Gauge Locomotives, and Condensing and Experimental Locomotives. 141 pages.
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