LNWR Experimental Mogul

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I know I've already shown pics of the Mogul here before, but I thought I'd make a topic dedicated epsecially to it. Once I get my layout up and running again, I'll take some pictures of it and maybe include videos of it running and in action! What do you think? Sound good, anyone?

[Sylvian Tennant]

Yes please

[LNWR18901910]

Yes please

And here you go - just added the steps on the tender.

Once my layout is sorted, I'll work on the running session video.

[LNWR18901910]

I was asked by Niles how I made the locomotive, so I'll explain.

 

It started out as an old Tri-ang B12 body which was later broken and cut about. A tall chimney was then added on and so were LNWR-esque fittings. The windows were filled up with Milliput and then cut out to make rounded ones. Stylish glazing was then added in as well as detailing in the cab, a Pre-Grouping safety valve complete with whistle mounted on top of the cab and handrails on either side of the boiler as finishing items. It looked like a stretched version of an Improved Precedent but as an experimental mixed-traffic locomotive from the 1890s (the time period I have chosen to model). Plasticard and Milliput as filler were used to create the boxed sides of the cab and splasher.

 

Some bits were cut off, filed away and added on (the tall chimney, the large splashers made from Plasticard and the safety valve) and with help from a friend of mine who is also a model railway dealer, the locomotive began gradually moving on step by step. Other projects of mine included a GWR 7100 Class 2-6-4T (still in progress) and a British Rail Class 19 Bo-Bo diesel locomotive (in development).

 

The tender came directly from Bachmann as a spare from a G2A (an LNWR tender) which fit the locomotive perfectly appropriately. Because the loco body was an old tooling, the modern Hornby chassis for said-tooling of locomotive fit very well despite the crack at the back which was then filled in. The footsteps weren't actually added onto until later. In accordance with the original photoshop image that an Australian fella kindly did when I first mentioned the possiblity of an LNWR Mogul (which I am still eternally grateful) and that set the wheels in motion for this project.

 

As for the livery, I actually did consider the LNWR lined blackberry livery, but instead later changed my mind in favour of the LMS Crimson livery. The first choice (and accurate one) was Crimson Lake that was appropriate for the locomotive, but made it look too dark and purple-ish, so after looking at various preserved steam locomotives (mostly the LMS Hughes Crab), I opted for BR Crimson instead and it looks better than before. The LMS lettering was applied to the tender and the number I chose for it was 1991 (the year I was born) and like Chesney Hawkes, it was The One and Only.

 

And there you have it - that's how the model came to be. What is next for me, I wonder? I don't normally look at all my models and say, "Yes, that's it, I'm satisfied." I just want to go onto the next thing.

[Sylvian Tennant]

Some lovely work has gone into this. Very creative. 

[LNWR18901910]

Some lovely work has gone into this. Very creative. 

Thanks very much! I appreciate it.

[LNWR18901910]

Here is a profile for it:

 

The locomotive, No. 1991, was built in 1891 at Crewe Works using an extended version of Webb's Improved Precedent Class, but as a 2-6-0 Mogul. The main purpose of it was for mixed-traffic mainline duties and, on its first day of service, not only met expectations, but surpassed them greatly. 89 more were built between 1892 to 1902 most likely because of its popularity with crews and and enthusiasts, earning it the nickname 'Big Mike' as opposed to the 2-4-0 'Jumbos'. A handful of them worked along the Northampton to Birmingham lines while the rest were allocated to various parts of LNWR metals, except for Cumbria. Plans to build more locomotives of this class were considered but unfortunately fell through owing much to Webb's retirement and George Whale's succession in 1903. In 1923, the newly-established LMS railway company acquired a handful of these locomotives. Withdrawals finally took place until 1933 and continued until 1936. Fortunately, No. 1991, the class leader, survived into preservation and can be seen in its LMS crimson lake livery. Recently, in mid-to-late 2017, the locomotive was overhauled in time to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the End of the First World War and to work on heritage lines in the UK.

[LNWR18901910]

I've just had an idea and I might do an alternative version of the LNWR Mogul I made with a Belpaire firebox, a different smoke-box door, a flat running-board, a set of splashers, a slightly-short chimney, a slightly-short dome and a different safety-valve.

As you can see, the original inspiration came from the LNWR Prince of Whales Class but as a 2-6-0 Mogul.

Thanks to a marvellous render from a user on this forum, I decided to make the model based on that as it was an Improved Precendent that was given an additional drive-wheel.

As you can see, this is my first-time editing images of real-life steam locomotives. This locomotive is the LNWR G2 Class 0-8-0 as I am making it into a 2-6-0 and re-using the number 1991 on both sides of the cab and it will be painted in LMS crimson (with a mix of BR crimson as the Crimson Lake is much too dark) with yellow-gold lining on the boiler.

 

What do you think - is it a good idea to make an improved version of my Mogul?

[LNWR18901910]

And here is the update on my Mk II Mogul!

 

The running board is undergoing some work so far, so it'll take some time. Anyway, it's taking shape. Here's the boiler receiving an undercoat:

 

I will be painting the boiler in the crimson livery I chose (the BR Crimson is the best to use whereas the crimson lake is much too dark and gives a sort of purple essence which I strongly dislike).

 

Anyway, I hope you'll like the work on the Mogul, so stay tuned for more!

[LNWR18901910]

Here are some more updates on my Mogul!

 

 

The cab interior has been updated a bit.

 

The second coat and lining have been added.

 

Its really taking shape, now! I will be doing the running board and splashers, soon.

[LNWR18901910]

Today is my birthday and I felt like posting something to tide you all over.

This was something I made with my MkI LMS (Ex-LNWR) Mogul. The coaches I used are period-correct.

[LNWR18901910]

Back again with an update on my Mk II Mogul. but first, something drawn by a friend as a gift.

 

Credit goes to Ellie Edwards for the drawing.

 

Just got my Mk II Mogul back as there is some work to be done.

The undercoat has been applied and now the work on the livery can begin.

Edited June 27, 2018 by LNWR18901910

[LNWR18901910]

Here we are once again with my LNWR Mogul!

 

As you can see, the decals have been finally added and the livery has been applied.

 

And there you have it - a work-in-progress finally taking fully-fledged shape. Please do let me know your thoughts in the comments.

[Corbs]

Nice work

[LNWR18901910]

Nice work

Thank you, Corbs! I hope your other engines go well!

 

And now, it gives me great pleasure to say that the project is officially complete!

 

 

The toolboxes have been added on and the finishing touches are done! A loco crew will be needed, but that's for another day.

 

I hope you all enjoyed seeing the progress of this fun project! Talking of which, here is another one in the pipeline...

With Oxford Rail's latest release of the GWR 6-Wheel Toad Brake Van, I will be using it to convert into an LNWR Brake Van!

 

Again, thanks for all your support over the last months! Thank you everyone!

Edited July 12, 2018 by LNWR18901910