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Manufactured by Howco Ltd of Ayrshire, Scotland, the complex monobloc incorporates refinements to Sir Nigel Gresley’s original design by the Trust’s former Engineering Director, David...
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The latest parts for the P2’s axle-driven alternator (ADA) clutch have now arrived, marking another important step towards upgrading the system. The new clutch has been supplied as a complete unit with...
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The 3D-printed components are proving invaluable in developing and refining the P2’s valve gear, allowing the...
09 February 2014
Prince of Wales, Our Latest News
Frame plates ordered! The project to build Britain’s most powerful steam locomotive, No. 2007 Prince of Wales, is delighted to announce that the first major milestone in the building of the...
02 February 2014
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16 January 2014
We will announce more following dates and venues for the P2 Roadshow in due course. Booking details will follow but please ensure you have the dates in your diaries!
03 January 2014
Founders - having set an initial target of raising £100,000 (100 people donating £1,000 each) seed funding by May 2014 to give the project a kick-start and get the main frames laid, 215 people are...
20 November 2013
A significant component for No.2007 has been delivered to Darlington Locomotive Works - the nameplate! Fixed to an LNER green backing sheet, the plate has pride of place in the workshop.
14 November 2013
In honour of Prince Charles's 65th Birthday, Britain's most powerful steam locomotive is to be named after the heir to the throne The P2 Steam Locomotive Company (P2SLC), the builder of...