The North British Locomotive Company

A detailed history of the North British Locomotive Company, Glasgow's premier locomotive builder.

The North British Locomotive Company, formed in 1903, was the largest locomotive builder in the British Empire. This book explores the company's history, from its Victorian-era constituents―Dübs & Co., Sharp Stewart, and Neilson Reid―to its global exports of steam and diesel locomotives. Discover the engineering innovations and the stories behind these Glasgow-built machines that powered railways worldwide.

Lavishly illustrated with official works photographs and images of locomotives in service and preservation, this is a must-have for railway enthusiasts, historians, and anyone interested in British industrial history.

* Explore the evolution of steam and diesel locomotives.
* Learn about the company's impact on global railway networks.
* Appreciate the engineering behind these iconic machines.