cryogenic rail tankers

  • Railway Archives 1971: Inside British Oxygen’s £12m Rail-Served Super Plant at Widnes

    Railway Archives 1971: Inside British Oxygen’s £12m Rail-Served Super Plant at Widnes

    Posted

    by

    n October 1971, The Railway Magazine reported on the rail-based distribution system serving the British Oxygen Company’s new plant at Widnes, Lancashire. The article detailed the transportation of liquefied oxygen and nitrogen, including the construction and specifications of the specialised railway tank wagons. LIQUID GAS FLOWING FROM WIDNES A RAIL-BASED system of distribution, devised jointly…


From the history of steam through to 21st century rail transport news, we have titles that cater for all rail enthusiasts. Covering diesels, modelling, steam and modern railways, check out our range of magazines and fantastic subscription offers.