Completely ugly for some and stunningly beautiful for others. Maybe. Anyway, the Gumminase (rubber nose) has unmistakably a spot in the trainspotters‘ heart.
The TU is the everlasting star of narrow gauge railways! Although the name can imply relation to the aerodynamic shape of an aeroplane, this is not the case.
Some say that Polish ladies have the characteristic shape of eyes. But when this saying fits on a Polish locomotive too, you know you talk to a real railway fan!The „Anglik“, a...
Some call it the most beautiful electric locomotive in Czech. That is the 150/151 series, nicknamed as „The rat“ (due to its squeaky whistle) or „Banana“ (thanks to its original...
Railway track – two steel rails, running endlessly in a parallel line. Close enough but still in the solid and respectful distance. At least until the rail switch comes along.
The electric locomotive DB 103, which was rightly considered a flag-ship within the fleet of Deutsche Bundesbahn. You may also have heard the nickname – „Osterei“.
The steam locomotive 498.1, also known as the "Albatros", is rightfully considered a legend. The best engineering work from clever heads at Skoda machinery, where it was born as...
The Swedish manufacturer Nydqvist och Holm AB might not sound familiar. But its acronym – NOHAB – surely will. This was the place, where new locomotives – based on American EMD...
Motor unit 844, officialy named RegioShark in Czech Republic, but mostly known as „Žralok“ („Shark“ in English), is relatively new addition to Czech railway family.
Originally the 742 locomotives were created as a short-term solution before new machines were about to arrive. In the end, the 742 – nicknamed „Bangle“ - became the most...
M152 railcar, which was renamed in 1988 to Class 810. Vehicle of many contradictions. Popular and cursed at the same time. Vehicle of many nicknames such as “Skleník”...
