Owen Meschter
Lego LNER J15 0-6-0 - 11/9/21
Using a better camera and backdrop this time, here is what I hope to be the final rendition of one of my favorite models, the London and North Eastern Railway J15 0-6-0, or originally known as the Great Eastern Railway Y14 0-6-0.
Originally built in the 1880's, these traditional light 0-6-0 goods engines were used abundantly in eastern and northeastern England. They were a straightforward design and reliable, with some serving until the mid 1960's. One is preserved in Norfolk, and I have seen it myself several times! It's safe to say it is one of my favorite steam locomotives of all time.
I know posting this model might come off as redundant to some of you, but considering the modifications and upgrades I have given it since it was last showed, and also considering these photos are much better, I think it can be justified. Among the improved features, the most prominent would be the perfected smokebox, the face of the locomotive, which now really emanates the look of a proper Great Eastern engine. Sharp and with a tapered stovepipe chimney and smooth handrail, this was the best change made to the model. Other minor details added were the red guard irons on the back of the tender, which the color of gives a nice look on the end. The cab was redone, with a larger cab floor, reversing screw wheel, and a fireman's seat. Everything else has more or less stayed somewhat the same, but I guess this is one of those projects that will never be finished.
I have several other projects and models to show, but for now I can wrap up the story of progression of this model with some great photos to do it justice.
Lego LNER J15 0-6-0 - 11/9/21
Using a better camera and backdrop this time, here is what I hope to be the final rendition of one of my favorite models, the London and North Eastern Railway J15 0-6-0, or originally known as the Great Eastern Railway Y14 0-6-0.
Originally built in the 1880's, these traditional light 0-6-0 goods engines were used abundantly in eastern and northeastern England. They were a straightforward design and reliable, with some serving until the mid 1960's. One is preserved in Norfolk, and I have seen it myself several times! It's safe to say it is one of my favorite steam locomotives of all time.
I know posting this model might come off as redundant to some of you, but considering the modifications and upgrades I have given it since it was last showed, and also considering these photos are much better, I think it can be justified. Among the improved features, the most prominent would be the perfected smokebox, the face of the locomotive, which now really emanates the look of a proper Great Eastern engine. Sharp and with a tapered stovepipe chimney and smooth handrail, this was the best change made to the model. Other minor details added were the red guard irons on the back of the tender, which the color of gives a nice look on the end. The cab was redone, with a larger cab floor, reversing screw wheel, and a fireman's seat. Everything else has more or less stayed somewhat the same, but I guess this is one of those projects that will never be finished.
I have several other projects and models to show, but for now I can wrap up the story of progression of this model with some great photos to do it justice.