Trevithick's Locomotive

The Pulse of the Industrial Revolution, the Beginning of a Legend

Trevithick's Locomotive
Trevithick's Locomotive side view
Trevithick's Locomotive front-angle view
Trevithick's Locomotive left side
Trevithick's Locomotive front view
Trevithick's Locomotive rear view
Trevithick's Locomotive rear-angle view
Trevithick's Locomotive rear-angle detail
Trevithick's Locomotive gears
Trevithick's Locomotive full view

About the Work

In 1804, 'Trevithick's Locomotive' was the first in the world to run on rails. This papercraft model recreates its giant flywheel and the powerful pulse of steam. Feel the breath of a world-changing invention and let the romance of the Industrial Revolution run on your desk.

  • Difficulty ★★★★☆ (Advanced)
  • Estimated Build Time Approx. 12 hours or more
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STEP 0: Preparation

3mm diameter rod (available at 100-yen shops, etc.)

The paper used for this project is KOKUYO heavyweight paper, 0.215mm thick.

Fast-drying wood glue is easy to handle for adhesion.

KOKUYO heavyweight paper

STEP 1: Assembly

Spur Gears

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STEP 2

Frame

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STEP 3

Combining with the frame

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Completed Photos

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