Steam Fayre 1999 Gallery
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| Maker: |
J & F Howard |
| Type: |
Ploughing Engine |
| Year: |
1870 |
| Works No: |
110 |
| Registration No: |
AP 9197 |
| Name: |
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| Weight: |
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| NHP: |
8 |
| Further information: |
| Built in Bedford. This was a duel purpose engine designed for the single engine system of roundabout ploughing and steam cultivation using a self moving and rope porters. Its early history isn't clear, but it is known that Henry Ford bought it in 1929 for his museum in Dearborn, USA. He paid £160 for both engine and tackle but left them outside and didn't steam it. The present owner repatriated the engine in 1991. A new boiler and firebox, to original design, has now been fitted. |
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