# Traction Magazine — Diesel & electric locomotives

> Magazine covering classic diesel and electric locomotives in Britain and Europe. (iPhone/iPad app by Warners Group Publications PLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traction-magazine/id1140159280 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Warners Group Publications PLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/586192010)
- Category: Magazines & Newspapers, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-09-03
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traction-magazine/id1140159280/reviews.md

## What is Traction Magazine?

Traction caters for those interested in the fascinating development of classic diesel and electric traction on the railways of mainland Britain, Ireland, continental Europe and the parts of the world where British-built locomotives have operated. Download it now!

Within the pages of Traction you will find a wide variety of articles written by professional railwaymen, railway historians, photographers and enthusiasts.

You’ll also find a ‘Traction Modelling’ section of the magazine which caters for readers who have an interest in modelling the railway in the era of the classic diesel and electric motive power.

Traction is published every four weeks which means you get your Traction fix 13 times a year!

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This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues. 
Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest issue. 

-The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product. 
-You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. 
-Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased. 
Bundles of single issues can be also be bought within the application. To use purchased credits, simply click on the issue price and select ‘use credit’. This allows you to purchase back issues at reduced prices. 

Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account. 

We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved. 
If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store 

Help and frequently asked questions be accessed in-app and on pocketmags. 
If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com 

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http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx 

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http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx

## Key features

- Classic diesel and electric locomotive features
- Articles by railway professionals
- Railway historian contributions
- Photographer and enthusiast content
- Traction Modelling section
- Published 13 times a year

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Traction Magazine | $5.49 | per 2 months |
| Traction Magazine | $3.99 | per month |
| Traction Magazine | $49.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sept-Oct 2016 (id:754330) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Nov-Dec 2016 (id:754331) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Jan-Feb 2017 (id:754332) | $4.99 | one-time |
| July-Aug 2019 (id:767309) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Nov-Dec 2019 (id:767305) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mar/Apr 2024 (pp:1002576) | $4.99 | one-time |
| May/Jun 2024 (pp:1002570) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sep/Oct 2024 (pp:1002558) | $4.99 | one-time |
| 281 Spring 2024 (pp:1047067) | $4.99 | one-time |
| 282 April (pp:1050097) | $4.99 | one-time |
| 283 May 2024 (pp:1057833) | $4.99 | one-time |
| August 24 (pp:1087065) | $4.99 | one-time |
| October 24 (pp:1087053) | $4.99 | one-time |
| November 24 (pp:1087047) | $4.99 | one-time |
| May-Jun 2018 (id:762002) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sept-Oct 2019 (id:767307) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Jun - 26 (pp:1139346) | $4.99 | one-time |
| May -26 (pp:1139348) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Jul - 26 (pp:1139344) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Feb 26 (pp:1126798) | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traction-magazine/id1140159280/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Major step backwards

*2017-03-12*

After the previous app and associated subscription offered unlimited access to back issues, and a very handy search function, this "update" has to be the worst of all time. No back issue access.

## Frequently asked questions about Traction Magazine

### What is Traction Magazine about?

Traction Magazine focuses on the development of classic diesel and electric locomotives in mainland Britain, Ireland, continental Europe, and areas where British-built locomotives have operated. It features articles from railway professionals, historians, photographers, and enthusiasts.

### How often is Traction Magazine published?

Traction Magazine is published every four weeks, resulting in 13 issues per year. This ensures readers receive regular content throughout the year.

### Can I purchase individual issues of Traction Magazine?

Yes, you can purchase the current issue and back issues within the app. Bundles of single issues are also available at reduced prices, and you can use purchased credits to access them.

### What subscription options are available for Traction Magazine?

Subscription plans include monthly, bi-monthly, and annual options. The annual subscription offers a free trial period for the first month. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the current period ends.

### How do I manage my Traction Magazine subscription?

You can manage your subscriptions through your device's Account Settings. While you can turn off auto-renewal, you cannot cancel the current subscription during its active period.

### Does Traction Magazine have ads?

Yes, Traction Magazine contains advertisements. The app is free to download, and advertisements are part of its operational model.

### Can I access my Traction Magazine purchases on multiple devices?

Yes, by registering for or logging into a pocketmags account within the app, you can protect your issues and browse your purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging in.

### What is the age rating for Traction Magazine?

Traction Magazine has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a broad audience, including younger readers interested in the subject matter.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.4.10 — 2025-10-13

Improved app and reader stability

We always love to hear from you - please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@pocketmags.com with any feedback or if you require assistance

### 7.2.10 — 2024-06-13

New and improved app homepage
New subscription page
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 6.5.2 — 2021-05-14

New and improved app homepage
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 6.2.1 — 2020-06-12

Fixed launch issue affecting some users

**We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com**

### 6.0.0 — 2018-06-30

Improved reading experience
iPhone X support
Bug fixes and other improvements

**We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com**

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