Live Steam

Discover live steam model locomotives at Footplate, with an ever-changing selection of new and pre-owned Gauge 1, 16mm and large-scale steam locomotives.

Live steam brings model railways to life using real steam power, combining engineering, operation and impressive scale presence. Our collection covers everything from compact narrow gauge locomotives for the garden railway through to highly detailed Gauge 1 mainline steam locomotives.

Our stock regularly includes models from leading live steam manufacturers such as Accucraft, Aster, Bowande, Roundhouse Engineering, Regner and more, alongside rare, discontinued and specialist-built locomotives.

Every pre-owned live steam locomotive is individually assessed by Footplate, with its condition, specification and known features clearly described. Pre-owned live steam models are steam tested by our experienced team before being offered for sale, giving you greater confidence when purchasing a second-hand locomotive.

As specialists in pre-owned model railways, our live steam stock changes constantly as we purchase individual locomotives and collections from across the UK. Older and limited-production models can be particularly difficult to find, so check back regularly to discover the latest arrivals.

Whether you're looking for your first live steam locomotive, adding to an established Gauge 1 or 16mm collection, or searching for a rare model from a particular manufacturer, Footplate offers an extensive and continually changing selection.

Have live steam locomotives to sell? Footplate buys individual locomotives through to substantial Gauge 1, 16mm and garden railway collections throughout the UK, including models from Accucraft, Aster, Bowande, Roundhouse and other specialist manufacturers.

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