Hi everyone

I wanted to showcase my Lego Ideas project, The Old Workhorse - Traction Engine. If you like the model I'd really appreciate it if you could please vote for it https://ideas.lego.com/projects/2a2ec583-9836-4868-8dc7-6b3bb0a2fe80

"A roaring fire and a full head of steam, the old traction engine is ready for work!"

I have created a scene set some time during the early 20th century. Farmers are working in the fields with their steam traction engine, affectionately known as "The Old Workhorse". The model includes a detailed mini fig scale traction engine, a wagon and various other accessories and mini builds.

 

THE TRACTION ENGINE

The main feature of the model is the traction engine itself. I've used a classic green and red livery with polished brass lining and details. There are several interesting parts used to create this engine including paint roller handles and mini fig syringes used to create the piping around the boiler and inside the cab.

 

A system of cogs ensures that the flywheel spins around as the traction engine is pushed forward.

 

A detailed cab interior includes steering wheel, controls and a firebox door that can be opened and closed to reveal the burning fire inside.

The front wheel axle can be pivoted left and right.

 

THE WAGON

I've also included a wagon/trailer that can be coupled to the back of the traction engine and used to carry the various accessories included with the model.

The sides of the wagon can be dropped down to provide loading access for the mini figs.

 

There is space at the front of the wagon to hold tools and mini fig accessories.

 

MINIFIGURES & OTHER ACCESSORIES

Included with the model are 2 mini figs, a dog, a rat and several mini builds including tree stumps, logs and rocks. These are all designed to be carried and towed in the wagon.

 

LEGO IDEAS

Thanks very much for reading this. I hope you like the model. I've created a gallery album containing more pictures of the model if you'd like to check them out. https://community.brickpicker.com/gallery/album/310-the-old-workhorse-traction-engine/

If you would like to vote for the model on LEGO Ideas then here is the link to my page. https://ideas.lego.com/projects/2a2ec583-9836-4868-8dc7-6b3bb0a2fe80.

Thank you very much! ☺️

I have created a collection of 3 mini Lego steam engines, A Traction Engine, Steam Roller and Showman's Engine. I've called them "Miniature Steam Machines" and they are intended to be a kind of side project to accompany and help promote my "Old Workhorse Model on LEGO IDEAS".

I set myself the challenge of seeing how much detail I could fit in using a very limited amount of bricks. each of these models is very small with the biggest one only containing 128 bricks.

 

The pictures below show the 3 little models alongside The Old Workhorse to give an idea of how small they are.

If you're interested you can find many more pics of these models on my Flickr. https://www.flickr.com/photos/140122416@N02/albums/72157700977635461/with/31511230398/

And don't forget if you'd like to give The Old Workhorse a chance of being made as an official set, please vote for it on LEGO IDEAS. https://lego.build/2vRfVGL

 

I've now finished making the brick built versions of the wagon and all the other accessories that accompany the traction engine model, so the set is now complete. Really pleased with how it has turned out - it feels more like a complete set now that all the extra bits have been built and I think that it would make a nice display model but also has that "play set" feel to it that I think the LEGO review board would appreciate it, if ever it went all the way on LEGO IDEAS! Now if I could just persuade enough people to vote for it!

 

On 8/6/2018 at 3:21 PM, Dr Jedi said:

I like it.  You've got my vote!

mine as well.. marvelous design.. !

I'm ready to order one right now ?

10 hours ago, crayxlp said:

mine as well.. marvelous design.. !

Thanks for voting, really appreciate that.

1 hour ago, TabbyBoy said:

I'm ready to order one right now ?

Thanks! ?

 

Another bit of news about my model - An organisation called the FBHVC (Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs) have included my model as the feature article in their latest members magazine. 

As well as this they have invited me to display the model on their stand at "The Classic Motor Show" at Birmingham NEC from 9th - 11th November, so I'm hoping that might help to drum up some extra votes.

Hi everyone

I've created a new video showing all the details and working features of my LEGO Ideas Traction Engine. Hope you enjoy. ?

There's a LEGO trains facebook group. I recommend posting there as well. You'll get immediate support.

Good luck!

17 hours ago, dx0520 said:

There's a LEGO trains facebook group. I recommend posting there as well. You'll get immediate support.

Good luck!

Thanks for the tip. I'll give that a try.