LEGO GNR Stirling Single No.1
This is by far the hardest engine, I've ever designed, and I am still not 100% sure whether it'll stay like this (at least for now). There were so many limitations and constraints that challenged me. Using a large flanged wheel was mainly the hardest obstacle.
But, I'm pretty happy with the results. Though the more I look at it, the more I want to change it... For now, I'm going to enjoy running it.
Performance wise it is very smooth, and the large wheel moves gracefully along the track. This engine can even negotiate through points. The only drawbacks that bug me are a) the boiler height b) the tiles sloped on the tender and c) the front bogie.
What's plan next is still unknown. I'm trying to finish the USA class first, then get back to the Scotsman and Schools class. However, I did experiment with the idea of A4 but have found something else that could be the next 'big' project...
Anyway, enjoy this model!
LEGO GNR Stirling Single No.1
This is by far the hardest engine, I've ever designed, and I am still not 100% sure whether it'll stay like this (at least for now). There were so many limitations and constraints that challenged me. Using a large flanged wheel was mainly the hardest obstacle.
But, I'm pretty happy with the results. Though the more I look at it, the more I want to change it... For now, I'm going to enjoy running it.
Performance wise it is very smooth, and the large wheel moves gracefully along the track. This engine can even negotiate through points. The only drawbacks that bug me are a) the boiler height b) the tiles sloped on the tender and c) the front bogie.
What's plan next is still unknown. I'm trying to finish the USA class first, then get back to the Scotsman and Schools class. However, I did experiment with the idea of A4 but have found something else that could be the next 'big' project...
Anyway, enjoy this model!