A FULL-SIZE MUSEUM EXHIBIT OF A TWIN CYLINDER LIVE STEAM LATE VICTORIAN LAUNCH ENGINE the cylinders supported on six turned steel columns, eccentric driven steam valves linked to open crank with slipper guides to connecting rods, two leather belts driving 'Pickering type' speed governors and the engine is mounted on a RSJ steel base with wheels to enable ease of movement. Overall height 190cm including base, engine height including governor 156cm, engine length 126cm, engine width 55cm It is believed that the engine was originally on display in a museum on the Isle of Wight for many years and has cut away sections to illustrate how the engine works. PLEASE NOTE: This item is stored in a warehouse in East Devon and has to be collected by the purchaser from EX14 by prior appointment only. A neighbour can provide help with loading at a small cost. Condition Report: The video shows the engine being driven by an electric motor which is mounted in the base of the stand. Please Note: This lot is not at the auction rooms. It is stored in East Devon and can be viewed by appointment only Condition Report Disclaimer
A FULL-SIZE MUSEUM EXHIBIT OF A TWIN CYLINDER LIVE STEAM LATE VICTORIAN LAUNCH ENGINE the cylinders supported on six turned steel columns, eccentric driven steam valves linked to open crank with slipper guides to connecting rods, two leather belts driving 'Pickering type' speed governors and the engine is mounted on a RSJ steel base with wheels to enable ease of movement. Overall height 190cm including base, engine height including governor 156cm, engine length 126cm, engine width 55cm It is believed that the engine was originally on display in a museum on the Isle of Wight for many years and has cut away sections to illustrate how the engine works. PLEASE NOTE: This item is stored in a warehouse in East Devon and has to be collected by the purchaser from EX14 by prior appointment only. A neighbour can provide help with loading at a small cost. Condition Report: The video shows the engine being driven by an electric motor which is mounted in the base of the stand. Please Note: This lot is not at the auction rooms. It is stored in East Devon and can be viewed by appointment only Condition Report Disclaimer
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