Summary Alex Sharphouse started with a dream, to recreate 'Talisman', a 'Fowler B6 (Big Lion) Road Locomotive', the 'King of the Road' of its era, capable of hauling loads in excess of 100 tonnes. This is an ambitious project, as the last time this engine was built was in 1931 so he was going to need some assistance along the way. With the help of good friend Guy Martin and long-time supporters 'Morris Lubricants' the journey to recreate 'Talisman' could begin. Watch this 6-part series to see Alex and Guy pull together this epic project. In Episode 1 of "How to Build a Steam Engine" Alex and Guy go over the initial challenge that is ahead of them.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Guy Martin Alex Sharphouse Angus McIntosh Andrew Goddard
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Jun 23, 2020
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Official sites : 'Guy Martin Proper' (YouTube) - 'How to Build a Steam Engine' 'Morris Lubricants' (YouTube) - 'How to Build a Steam Engine'
Language : English
Filming locations : Bouth, Cumbria, England, UK
Production companies : Morris Lubricants
Summary Alex Sharphouse started with a dream, to recreate 'Talisman', a 'Fowler B6 (Big Lion) Road Locomotive', the 'King of the Road' of its era, capable of hauling loads in excess of 100 tonnes. This is an ambitious project, as the last time this engine was built was in 1931 so he was going to need some assistance along the way. With the help of good friend Guy Martin and long-time supporters 'Morris Lubricants' the journey to recreate 'Talisman' could begin. Watch this 6-part series to see Alex and Guy pull together this epic project. In Episode 1 of "How to Build a Steam Engine" Alex and Guy go over the initial challenge that is ahead of them.
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Jun 23, 2020
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Official sites : 'Guy Martin Proper' (YouTube) - 'How to Build a Steam Engine' 'Morris Lubricants' (YouTube) - 'How to Build a Steam Engine'
Language : English
Filming locations : Bouth, Cumbria, England, UK
Production companies : Morris Lubricants