RMweb Premium Clive Mortimore Posted February 4, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted February 4, 2017 If you took it literally then you could do the whole series in about three issues as there are only about three modern locomotives classes. There's no way that you could describe something built over fifty years ago as modern. Jason Hi Jason and all I am not going to debate the term "modern" but what I will say I enjoy buying editions of this series. The latest issue will remain on the self as it covers trains that are too "modern" for me, but the issues that deal with the locos and units of the modernisation period I think are great. For those who model diesels and electrics the series is an addition to our library of information. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdseyecircus Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 The deltics issue is out now. Just love the picture on page 7 of them being built with the protective wrapping on the windows giving the impression of blind kittens at birth! Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Kazmierczak Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 If you're "into" Deltics, you'll find that the vast majority of illustrations are familiar in this edition of MLI. Nothing really new here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertcwp Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 If you're "into" Deltics, you'll find that the vast majority of illustrations are familiar in this edition of MLI. Nothing really new here. My reaction too when I had a look, which is a bit disappointing as there are probably lots of photos out there. The Deltics are unique in having had a Locomotives Illustrated edition devoted to them (I think the only diesel class so treated) and an MLI. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Clive Mortimore Posted April 1, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted April 1, 2017 If you're "into" Deltics, you'll find that the vast majority of illustrations are familiar in this edition of MLI. Nothing really new here. My reaction too when I had a look, which is a bit disappointing as there are probably lots of photos out there. The Deltics are unique in having had a Locomotives Illustrated edition devoted to them (I think the only diesel class so treated) and an MLI. Hi Robert and Peter While agreeing with both of you, I do feel Colin Marsden has done well with this edition as this is such a well documented class and in a single edition of a magazine he was not going to come up with anything new. I see this as another part of the jigsaw of diesel and electric traction this series of magazines is creating. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butler Henderson Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 (edited) I just wish someone would properly proof read the mag before it goes to publication. You spot an error or two and then start to question the accuracy of other parts. This issue has in the last paragraph of the middle column on page 4 reference to "previous EE Type and Type 4", I presume there is a "3" missing in there, and a completely confusing sentence across page 8 and 9 of which I presume the "and cannibalised by" bit should be "and cannibalised by". Edited April 1, 2017 by Butler Henderson Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Griffin Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 , and a completely confusing sentence across page 8 and 9 of which I presume the "and cannibalised by" bit should be "and cannibalised by". You've completely lost me here, why is it confusing? I read it through ok with no confusion. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butler Henderson Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 You've completely lost me here, why is it confusing? I read it through ok with no confusion. Actually did a MLI like proof check on my posting - I intended to write and cannibalised by" bit should be "were cannibalised by" however looking at it afresh I would suggest that the sentence has been truncated as that printed does not make sense "In early 1980" two locos "which had been out of traffic for around two years and cannibalised by Doncaster Works." As written it does not explain what happened in early 1980, all it tells us that two locos had been out of traffic for around two years and cannibalised. Think it should read In early 1980" two locos "which had been out of traffic for around two years and cannibalised by Doncaster Works were cut-up. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dj_crisp Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 I'm not really into Deltics.... and will probably never model one but bought this edition anyway. Actually really enjoyed reading it. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butler Henderson Posted April 2, 2017 Share Posted April 2, 2017 Its a mag I always buy, either when first out or in bulk from Kernow so that my order get to £150+ so I get free postage. Even if the subject is of no direct interest at the moment you never know what you might want to look up in the future. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 (edited) Latest issue (no.226) for August-September 2017 covers Class 23 (the Baby Deltics) and Class 28 (the Co-Bos). Fascinating read. Lots of things to spot in the copious photographs. Edited July 29, 2017 by Horsetan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Dava Posted July 29, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted July 29, 2017 Bargain for $4.60 inc a directory of loco classes & subclasses. Well illustrated. Presumably the class 17 Claytons have already been covered as they would have matched the two unsuccessful classes covered well. Dava Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsetan Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 ....Presumably the class 17 Claytons have already been covered .... They certainly have. Quite a while back. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Tim Hall Posted July 30, 2017 RMweb Gold Share Posted July 30, 2017 Bargain for $4.60 inc a directory of loco classes & subclasses. Well illustrated. Presumably the class 17 Claytons have already been covered as they would have matched the two unsuccessful classes covered well. Dava Yes, about 4 or 5 years ago, in the same issue as 14s, 15s and 16s. A very interesting read. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
caradoc Posted July 30, 2017 Share Posted July 30, 2017 Something of a contrast between the current issue and the next, which will cover the Eurostar trains....all under the title of 'Modern Locomotives' ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leander Posted October 3, 2017 Share Posted October 3, 2017 According to Issue 226, several Metrovicks were used on Manchester-Blackpool trains. I never knew that. Perhaps the writer is confusing Blackpool with that other seaside mecca in the north west, complete with seasonal illuminations, three piers, tower etc., Barrow-in-Furness! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly Posted October 3, 2017 Share Posted October 3, 2017 This link gives a guide to what is planned for future issues. http://www.mli-magazine.com/future-issues.html Of course, it has deviated from it for some issues so subject to change. It has been stated that there's a desire to expand on the departmental issue with one featuring emu versions, which should be an interesting read. The deltic, 28&23 issues held no interest from me personally. But I might get the Eurostar issue as I spent a lot of time near Folkstone when the channel tunnel was being finished so could be interest there. Not sure on the one after Eurostar (he's featured the 92s and euro locos previously). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium John M Upton Posted October 3, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 3, 2017 I have to admit I am struggling to think of a more dull a railway subject than the Eurostars.... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Crepello Posted October 4, 2017 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 4, 2017 I have to admit I am struggling to think of a more dull a railway subject than the Eurostars.... Eurostars dull? I know they're not Napier-powered but they're highly impressive! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
caradoc Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 I have to admit I am struggling to think of a more dull a railway subject than the Eurostars.... Agree, had a look at this issue in WH Smiths and quickly decided, for the first time in quite a while, not to buy MLI. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 It depends I guess what your interest is. If you're interested in diesels you're less likely to be interested in most modern emus.though not always the case of course. I haven't had chance to take a look at this issue. I can't see that there's much in the way of locos not already covered unless they revisit past issues as an update on the classes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Griffin Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 have they done an issue on shunters? 08/09/13? Colin Marsden did hint on his website that one issue would cover diesel depots. I am looking forward to this, however, if the subject matter is getting thin, maybe future issues could cover a depot per issue? Toton, Eastleigh, Donny works, BREL Swindon, could all warrant issues of their own. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 have they done an issue on shunters? 08/09/13? Colin Marsden did hint on his website that one issue would cover diesel depots. I am looking forward to this, however, if the subject matter is getting thin, maybe future issues could cover a depot per issue? Toton, Eastleigh, Donny works, BREL Swindon, could all warrant issues of their own. Issue 202 dealt with those shunters. Issue 217 dealt with the smaller shunters and pre-BR design shunters. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamport Southport Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Weren't depots covered in the special issue? Whilst not labelled MLI it was virtually the same format. http://specials.keypublishing.com/the-magazine/view-issue/?issueID=7011 Jason Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Griffin Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 I have that, but from what i gather it was a going to be a special MLI issue ( possibly the last as C Marsden has retired) under the MLI banner Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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