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    Baureihe 189 – Siemens ES64F4 - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by BigDaedy on Open L-Gauge.
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    A common sight across the GWR is the covered goods van. This model is a 1:42 scale, 12Ton covered goods van commonly referred to as a 12Ton ‘MINK’ after the GWR telegraph code.

    This model could also be easily modified to serve as a ‘MOGO’ which had doors at the front and rear for the purpose of carrying a single motor car.

    This model is designed to run on a minimum R72 radius, but by switching the 2×14 plate for a 2×16 you can increase the spacing of the coupling enabling lower radius curves.

    GWR 12Ton Covered Goods Van - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by BrickBuiltBench on Open L-Gauge.
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    NS 200 “Sik” shunter - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by Joopatkleppie & Ties on Open L-Gauge.
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    The NS 1 was a one of a kind gas powered engine built by Breuer & Co in 1924.

    It was designed to perform light shunting duties at small stations or workshops. It wasn’t a great succes due to it’s small size, lackluster engine and the occasional topple.

    It remained in service working at Naarden-Bussum and the railway works in Zwolle till it was scrapped in 1930.

    This locomotive was built in 1/45th scale. It fits on a 6 wide track system, but was meant mainly for display purposes.

    NS 1 - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by Malik Geldermans on Open L-Gauge.
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    Gaskesselwagen - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by Tad64 on Open L-Gauge.
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    The GWR 5600 class is an 0-6-2 tank locomotive best know for its role pulling coal trains in South Wales.

    This model uses a modified Powered Up City Hub and Medium linear motor. I highly recommend installing PyBricks onto your hub to get the best out of this locomotive.

    The 2×2 macaroni parts in this build can be a bit pricey when buying official Lego bricks. I recommend using WeBrick alternative as they are much more affordable.

    GWR 56XX Class - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by BrickBuiltBench on Open L-Gauge.
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    Modern hopper wagon with a 95 m³ loading volume, designed for the efficient transport of bulk agricultural goods such as grain, corn and sugar. They’re used by railway companies from all over Europe.

    Custom parts:
    – MR52-ZZ Ball Bearings
    – Train wheel sets with metal axles (original old 9V ones or Bricktracks wheelsets)

    Grain Wagon “Tagnpps 95m3” - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by Manu on Open L-Gauge.
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    The Eas wagons are standard wagons. A special feature is the front flap, which allows these wagons to be unloaded in a tipping system. The newer wagons, built in the 1980s, largely correspond to the UIC standard wagons, including the 9-meter pivot spacing. Their origin can often be identified by several features. All wagons are available with and without parking brakes, and almost all ended up with the DB.

    With this model, special emphasis was placed on stability and true-to-scale functionality. All doors open and close, and loading and unloading is possible just like the original. There are also front flaps, which can be opened remotely.

    The wagon can be built in many different colors and shapes. The following image shows variants that have already been built. sidewall-variants

    The wagons can be built in many colors; unfortunately, part 44861 isn’t available from TLC in reddish brown. However, it can be found from other manufacturers. The front hatch axles are either cut from 3mm rigid hose or made from shortened bars.
    The axles and wheels are from Bricktrack. They are mounted in MR52ZZ ball bearings and completed with M2 washers as spacers.
    The bogies can also be built with different coupling systems. For example, Kadee Coupler 743Z from Brick Model Railroader is installed in one bogie and standard Lego couplers in the other.
    The American couplers offer advantages in terms of mechanical strength. They can also be easily disconnected using a magnetic uncoupler, even remotely.

    Eas – Open High-sided Wagon - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file created by Detlef on Open L-Gauge
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    Vectron (7w) - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by Ties on Open L-Gauge.
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    Voith Gravita 15L BB - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by bigdaedy on Open L-Gauge.
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    In 1901 the Great Western co-owned the line between Hereford and Shrewsbury with the London and North Western railway. As part of this joint ownership, the LNWR refused to allow 4-6-0 locomotives to run on the line.

    George Jackson Churchward’s solution was the 3800 class, basically a shortened version of the 4-6-0 Saints. The drawback however was that the locomotive was too powerful for its 4-4-0 configuration, and suffered terribly for it.

    Soon they gained the nickname “Churchward’s rough riders”

    GWR 38xx County Class - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by BrickBuiltBench on Open L-Gauge.
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    ТГК2 – Orange - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by Cityscape Creations on Open L-Gauge.
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    TGK2 is a soviet shunter with over 9000 units produced. Mechanically simple, with only diesel-hydraulic transmission and two powered axles, there’s almost nothing to break down on this little locomotive.

    The model is powered with Circuit Cubes. It is capable of pulling up to three cars (tested).
    To increase the performance you can:
    – switch the unpowered axle for frictionless bearings and metal rod
    – add weight directly above the Circuit Cubes Battery Box in form of coins for instance

    Apart from the Circuit Cubes motor & battery, no custom parts are required for this model.

    ТГК2 – Green - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by Cityscape Creations on Open L-Gauge.
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    “Sdggrmss” Doppeltaschenwagen - Open L-Gauge
    Free Studio file & PDF building instructions created by bigdaedy on Open L-Gauge.
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    Review: 21356 River Steamboat from LEGO® Ideas

    a range of the lego pieces included in the lego ideas set 21356 river steamboat
    Cast off! The steam engines are under fire!

    If you bought a ticket at the booth you may board the Amelia, LEGO® Ideas latest and biggest set. But now you’ll hopefully enjoy your ride on the “Ghost ship of the Mississippi” – we’ll get to that naming later.

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    Review: 21356 River Steamboat from LEGO® Ideas
    Complete rundown on the new pieces and the construction of LEGO® Ideas set 21356 River Steamboat
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    Flower Pot Pals: Jonas Kramm's Pick a Brick project

    The LEGO® Pick a Brick team challenged New Elementary to transform an ordinary set into something new with the help of some extra pieces from Pick a Brick online. Jonas Kramm stepped up by reimagining iconic LEGO® Botanicals set 10329 Tiny Plants as a series of Flower Pot Pals! Here's what he came up with – and you can try one for yourself by studying his breakdown.

    4 lego characters with plant pots for bodies


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    Flower Pot Pals: Jonas Kramm's Pick a Brick project
    Articles and reviews about LEGO® bricks, elements and building techniques. See new LEGO parts and minifigures coming in sets soon.
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