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Contents Listing - Articles & Features in this issue
Features: 14 The Triumph of Tornado
In Practice & Performance, Keith Farr rides behind new LNER Pacific No. 60163 Tornado and compares it favourably with BR 1950s steam.
21 Getting the Measure of Gauging
Phil Marsh take a close look at the complexities of gauging and explains why steam locos are sometimes ruled out of gauge.
27 Against All Odds
Under-cover reporter Ian Evans sneaks into inflation-ridden Zimbabwe to report on a network suffering years of neglect.
29 Pendennis - Rebirth of a Legend
Drew Fermor concludes the story on the restoration of GWR 4-6-0 Pendennis Castle.
34 Inside RVEL
Chris Mimer looks at the variety of tasks
40 Welsh Wonders
With sections of the Welsh Highland Railway due to open in April and May respectively, our special advertorial looks at North Wales as an idea for short breaks.
49 Panorama
A round-up of top quality photographs in our monthly showcase. undertaken by Railway Vehicle Engineering, Derby.
NEWS:
London loses two termini - Moorgate and Blackfriars; Hitachi seeks suppliers for 'Super Express' and looks at a rebuilt Doncaster Carr as a passenger depot; Another 760 rail jobs lost; Folkestone Harbour closes; Welsh Highland makes history; Tornado to tackle the South Devon banks, plus an update on the latest exhibits for Eastleigh open days.
Track Record:
Steam News - Eight in steam at North Norfolk gala; NYMR launches Elmillion appeal; Funding study for GCR 'gap'.
Railtour News - S&c plans for Statesman Rail; Passenger licence for First GBRf; More tours for Tornado.
Metro News - Acton open day report; New Tower Gateway opens.
Narrow Gauge News - Welsh Highland and Ffestiniog linked; Manrider sellout.
Traction & Stock News - Automatic driving for main line; Reshuffle covers for missing 'Electrostars'; Stourbridge reverts to Class 153. ,
Network News - New initiatives proposed for West Highland Line; Stadium station back on track; The iTrain arrives.
Classic Traction News - Bluebell's first diesel passenger train; class 26s for sale.
World News - More high-speed lines for France & Spain; Bid to rescue Polish steam locos.
Operations News - Our monthly round-up of news from the train operating companies.
Disposals and Stock Spot - Repainted, sold or scrapped? The most trusted and widely-followed loco & rolling stock update.
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Readers' Platform - The most lively debates on the most varied subjects are in The Railway Magazine.
Signal Post - A chance to have your say on the burning issue of the moment; This month - Electrification
100 Years Ago and Heritage Diary - Only The RM can feature this item. Plus suggestions for heritage railways to visit this spring.
Location, Location, Location - Our unique linesider's guide tells you how to reach the best locations for railway photography.
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In Practice & Performance, Keith Farr rides behind new LNER Pacific No. 60163 Tornado and compares it favourably with BR 1950s steam.
21 Getting the Measure of Gauging
Phil Marsh take a close look at the complexities of gauging and explains why steam locos are sometimes ruled out of gauge.
27 Against All Odds
Under-cover reporter Ian Evans sneaks into inflation-ridden Zimbabwe to report on a network suffering years of neglect.
29 Pendennis - Rebirth of a Legend
Drew Fermor concludes the story on the restoration of GWR 4-6-0 Pendennis Castle.
34 Inside RVEL
Chris Mimer looks at the variety of tasks
40 Welsh Wonders
With sections of the Welsh Highland Railway due to open in April and May respectively, our special advertorial looks at North Wales as an idea for short breaks.
49 Panorama
A round-up of top quality photographs in our monthly showcase. undertaken by Railway Vehicle Engineering, Derby.
g Co. and The RM.
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