ENGINE, Shearing
T1976.71
This type of shearing machine referred to as 'Big Gun'. One cylinder petrol engine powers two shearing handpieces by leather belt drive. The engine water tank and bases for the shearing pieces mounted on a large wooden carriage with cast iron wheels.
Photograph H253.18-23.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | T1976.71 |
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| Accession Date: | 1 Jan 1970 |
| Credit: | Mr T Jones |
Material
| Iron/Metal | 0 - Whole |
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| Steel/Metal |
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| Wood |
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| Leather |
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Measurement
| length | 1675mm |
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| width | 1220mm |
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| height | 1675mm |
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