Collection

Model of disc engine

Made:
1836-1857

Working wood model, of a disc steam engine as patented by Taylor and Davies in 1836-8 and repeatedly trialled on land and at sea.

Details

Category:
Marine Engines
Object Number:
1857-63
Materials:
wood (unidentified), steel (metal), varnish and complete
Measurements:
overall: 230 mm x 243 mm x 510 mm, 2.82kg
type:
model - representation and engine -power producing equipment
credit:
Bennet Woodcroft Bequest

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