72010 Hengist

10/08/2026

The driver's reverser control is linked to a long transmission tube that runs from the cab to the motion bracket on the left-hand side of the frames. The tube is very similar to an automotive propeller shaft in that it has universal joints at each end. Each end of the tube has to be bolted to a Hardy Spicer drive fl**ge. We had one drive fl**ge in stock but were missing the other. Hardy Spicer in Australia were very helpful in pointing us towards International Marketing Services in Birmingham, who were able to supply us with a generic drive fl**ge that could be machined to match the drive fl**ge we had in stock. This job has been completed by Alpenbury Precision Engineering in Parkgate, Rotherham, who have produced the completed fl**ge on the right. They also produced 2 keys for the reverser shafts, one of which is on the left

28/07/2026

This is one of the housings for the reverser control in the cab. This housing is close to the operating handwheel. The 2 lugs top right (with luggage label attached) are for fitting the locking catch, which holds the handwheel in position. We need to drill 4 oilways/breather holes into the curved area top left. These holes are at 90 degree intervals around the central bush and are angled at 30 degrees to the centre line. Diamond Engineering have loaned us this angle jig. This allows us to set the housing at the correct angle so we can drill down vertically into the housing.

On the right, you can see the steam manifold which sits on the top of the firebox, just in front of the cab. The manifold was procured in the early days of the project, so it has just gone through Positive Material Identification, and we now know what it is made from.

15/07/2026

We had a great visit last week, from Francesca Trevelyan of The Worshipful Company of Ironmongers. After a short presentation and a tour of the Locomotive, we showed her the two rear end cylinder covers that The Worshipful Company of Ironmongers funded last year. Hopefully, we will see her again at next years Open Day. Thank you once again for their generous support!

14/07/2026

**It's been a great Q2 - so much going on** See our latest update video

Welcome to our Q2 2026 project update video! The team have been inc...

13/07/2026

**The Geoff Turner Legacy Fund** - Help us honour Geoff's Legacy

Our late Chief Engineer, Geoff Turner, left an incredible legacy to help place Hengist on her wheels.

We've now launched The Geoff Turner Memorial Fund to help complete this important milestone and continue the vision Geoff cared so deeply about.

Every donation, large or small, will help bring Hengist one step closer to standing on her own wheels.

Read more and support the appeal here:

https://www.72010-hengist.co.uk/geoffturnerfund

Thank you for helping us keep Geoff's legacy alive.

In March, we sadly lost our much-loved Chief Engineer, Geoff Turner. Geoff dedicated countless hours to the construction of Hengist, sharing not only his exceptional engineering knowledge but also his unwavering passion for preserving Britain's steam railway heritage.

23/06/2026

This is one of Hengist's coupled wheel axles. It is just over 1.6 metres in length and is 228.6mm in diameter at the ends. Today's job was to confirm key dimensions as part of our checking process. The axle has been protected with a combination of grease impregnated tape and preservative oil. Underneath John's left hand is the seat where the taper roller bearing will fit; under his right hand is the seat for the coupled wheel. On 72010, all of the axles are the same. On a Britannia, the centre driving axle is a bigger diameter as this was a more powerful locomotive.

All checks passed successfully and the axle has been returned to its box.When we are getting close to wheelset assembly, we will be painting the axle (apart from the seating areas) with oil resistant paint.

09/06/2026

**Another Milestone** We've now reached over 300 Hengist members. We'd just like to thank everyone for your continued support. We're targeting 500 members by the end of the year, so please could you recommend us to anyone who would like to see this amazing project completed. Please click the link below to join and get an invite to our annual open day and our quarterly update newsletter, Hengist Herald. Thanks once again!
https://www.72010-hengist.co.uk/take-action

05/06/2026

** Volunteer Opportunity** Senior Engineer / Railway Engineering Lead

The Standard Steam Locomotive Company, a registered charity, is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Engineer / Railway Engineer to help lead our exciting new-build project for the 'lost' BR Standard Class 6 locomotive, 72010 Hengist.

This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in one of the most significant heritage railway engineering projects in the UK and help create a lasting legacy within the preservation movement.

This is an engineering led project and you will be working alongside a dedicated team of engineers, suppliers, and volunteers at the Hengist Works based within Diamond Group, Sheffield; the successful candidate will help drive the project forward through its next stages of construction. We hope this individual will eventually take on a wider leadership role within the organisation, including becoming a Director and joining the Council of Management.

If you are interested, please send your CV to: [email protected]

23/04/2026

2026 Open Day! Here's a little video to thank 😊 everyone that attended...and if you didn't, we hope to see you next year!

39 likes, 2 comments. "Thank YOU! Highlights of 72010 HENGIST Open Day 2026 🚂"

21/04/2026

HENGIST update, 21/04/26. During our recent open day, we were gifted these items. Spring for the Balance Gear and a Reversing Screw and Nut. We are indebted to Standard Locomotive 76077 for donating these very useful items, many thanks.