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Poster Print : No 5002 Ludlow Castle outside Swindon Works, 1962
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No 5002 Ludlow Castle outside Swindon Works, 1962
4-6-0 Castle Class locomotive. Built 1926
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 413726
© Steam Picture Library
20x30 inch Poster Print
Experience the rich history of steam railways with our stunning Media Storehouse poster print featuring No. 5002 Ludlow Castle. Captured outside Swindon Works in 1962, this 4-6-0 Castle Class locomotive, built in 1926, is a testament to the golden age of railway engineering. The intricate details of the engine and the atmospheric steam surroundings transport you back in time, making this a must-have for any railway enthusiast's collection. Bring the magic of steam railways into your home or office with this beautifully printed and authentic-looking poster.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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> Locomotives
> Steam
> Standard Gauge
> Castle Class Locomotives
EDITORS COMMENTS
No. 5002 Ludlow Castle, a majestic 4-6-0 Castle Class locomotive built in 1926, is captured outside Swindon Works in this evocative photograph from the Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway (GWR). The Castle Class, designed by Charles Collett, was a significant advancement in steam locomotive technology for the GWR, with its powerful boiler and improved driving mechanism enabling it to haul heavy express trains with ease. No. 5002, named after the historic Ludlow Castle in Shropshire, wears its original green livery with intricate black and gold lining, typical of the GWR's distinctive and elegant design. The locomotive's large, polished brass fittings and gleaming metalwork gleam in the sunlight, reflecting the meticulous care and attention given to its maintenance. The photograph, taken in 1962, captures the locomotive in its final years of service before the advent of diesel and electric trains. The scene outside Swindon Works, the historic hub of GWR engineering, adds to the sense of nostalgia and history, with the red brick buildings and steam rising from the chimneys in the background. No. 5002 Ludlow Castle is a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the GWR's engineers and a reminder of the golden age of steam rail travel. Today, this iconic locomotive and many others like it are preserved at the Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway, where visitors can marvel at their beauty and learn about the rich history of steam rail transport.
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