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Engine Collection (page 5)

"Powering the Past and Present: Exploring the Fascinating World of Engines" Engines have long been at the heart of our industrial progress

Background imageEngine Collection: Calthorpe Racing Car

Calthorpe Racing Car
1908 Tourist Trophy Race, 24th Sept, Calthorpe 4-cylinder racing car. Known as the Four Inch Race because that was the maximum size of cylinder bore allowed for entry. Race heId on Isle of Man

Background imageEngine Collection: Mobiloil enamel sign

Mobiloil enamel sign
An enamel sign advertising Mobiloil. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Background imageEngine Collection: L. N. E. R. Locomotive

L. N. E. R. Locomotive
The Gresley W1 1000 Hush- Hush L.N.E.R. steam locomotive engine, so named because of the secrecy of the project, and its revolutionary water-lube boiler

Background imageEngine Collection: Harley Davidson motorcycle

Harley Davidson motorcycle, Key West, Florida, United States of America, North America

Background imageEngine Collection: Bullet Train

Bullet Train, Tokyo, Japan

Background imageEngine Collection: 1st Petrol Fire-Engine

1st Petrol Fire-Engine
A combination fire-fighting engine, with chemical fire extinguishing apparatus and a fire-escape ladder. This model was the first petrol motor fire-engine in the world

Background imageEngine Collection: Coryton Cove, Dawlish, Devon

Coryton Cove, Dawlish, Devon, with a steam train passing through. Date: circa late 1950s

Background imageEngine Collection: York station, London & North Eastern Railway, about 1951

York station, London & North Eastern Railway, about 1951
York station, London & North Eastern Railway. Looking north from the footbridge 1951ja A southbound train is arriving at platform 8 with A2 class 4-6-2 locomotive Edward Thompson

Background imageEngine Collection: A Thalys high speed train awaits departure at Gare du Nord railway station, Paris, France, Europe

A Thalys high speed train awaits departure at Gare du Nord railway station, Paris, France, Europe

Background imageEngine Collection: GLC-LFB Lambeths pump escape on the road

GLC-LFB Lambeths pump escape on the road
Lambeth fire stations pump-escape pictured on Lambeth Palace Road, SE1, in September 1966, with the Houses of Parliament in the background

Background imageEngine Collection: GLC-LFB - Dual purpose pump fire engine

GLC-LFB - Dual purpose pump fire engine
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

Background imageEngine Collection: LCC-LFB Holloway fire station appliance room

LCC-LFB Holloway fire station appliance room
Station 76 was Holloway fire station, North London, located in Mayton Street, opened in 1907. Here its self propelled pump and pump-escape stand ready in the appliance room

Background imageEngine Collection: Sopwith F1 Camel biplane on an airfield, WW1

Sopwith F1 Camel biplane on an airfield, WW1
A British Sopwith F1 Camel fighter biplane on an airfield during the First World War. Date: 1918

Background imageEngine Collection: NFS fire engines at Wembley

NFS fire engines at Wembley
National Fire Service fire engines at Wembley

Background imageEngine Collection: Audi R8 Germany German

Audi R8 Germany German

Background imageEngine Collection: Audi S5 Germany German

Audi S5 Germany German

Background imageEngine Collection: Napier Heston Racer G-AFOK with Sabre I

Napier Heston Racer G-AFOK with Sabre I Date: 1943

Background imageEngine Collection: Locomotive no 386 4-6-0

Locomotive no 386 4-6-0

Background imageEngine Collection: Locomotive no 538 0-6-0 tank engine

Locomotive no 538 0-6-0 tank engine

Background imageEngine Collection: Locomotive no 1007 4-2-2

Locomotive no 1007 4-2-2 eight foot single express engine

Background imageEngine Collection: Steam hammer, details of piston and cylinder

Steam hammer, details of piston and cylinder
Steam hammer, front elevation and details of piston and cylinder

Background imageEngine Collection: Jenny Lind and John Grays engine

Jenny Lind and John Grays engine
Jenny Lind and John Grays London and Brighton engine, plans Date: 1846

Background imageEngine Collection: Maintenance worker greasing pivots and slides

Maintenance worker greasing pivots and slides
A Railway engineer, wearing no discernible protective clothing, greasing the pivots and slides with a grease gun. Photograph by Heinz Zinram. 1950s

Background imageEngine Collection: Mobiloil sign

Mobiloil sign
An enamel sign advertising Mobiloil Oil with the distinctive Mobil company logo of Pegasus, the legendary winged horse in flight. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Background imageEngine Collection: Talyllyn Railway, Gwynedd, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Talyllyn Railway, Gwynedd, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageEngine Collection: Shinkansen (Bullet) train at Shin-Osaka station, Kyushu, Japan, Asia

Shinkansen (Bullet) train at Shin-Osaka station, Kyushu, Japan, Asia

Background imageEngine Collection: Shinkansen (Bullet train), Japan, Asia

Shinkansen (Bullet train), Japan, Asia

Background imageEngine Collection: The Wolverton Mechanics Institute soiree

The Wolverton Mechanics Institute soiree
The anniversary meeting of the Wolverton Mechanics Institute in the large engine room of Wolverton Station.1, 500 people attended the soiree

Background imageEngine Collection: The train driver and engine of the Durango and Silverton

The train driver and engine of the Durango and Silverton passenger steam train, Colorado, United States of America, North America

Background imageEngine Collection: Train driver and signal reflection, Bridgnorth Railway Station, Shropshire

Train driver and signal reflection, Bridgnorth Railway Station, Shropshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageEngine Collection: Waterloo Station, Night

Waterloo Station, Night
An engine drivers view of the station as he approaches it at night - a picture which catches some of the excitement of rail travel in the golden age of steam !

Background imageEngine Collection: Manual Fire-Engine / 1885

Manual Fire-Engine / 1885
Factory Pattern Manual Fire- engine constructed by Merryweathers for the use of factory fire brigade

Background imageEngine Collection: Watts Steam Engine

Watts Steam Engine
WATTs STEAM ENGINE circa 1765

Background imageEngine Collection: Watts Steam Engine

Watts Steam Engine circa 1765

Background imageEngine Collection: George Stephensons locomotive, the Rocket

George Stephensons locomotive, the Rocket, which won a prize given by the Liverpool and Manchester Railway Company

Background imageEngine Collection: Horse drawn fire engine

Horse drawn fire engine
A horse drawn fire engine

Background imageEngine Collection: Ariel Atom 500

Ariel Atom 500

Background imageEngine Collection: LFDCA-LFB Volvo dual purpose diesel pump ladder

LFDCA-LFB Volvo dual purpose diesel pump ladder
Pictured on Blackheath in SE London, the pump ladder from Greenwich fire station

Background imageEngine Collection: Harley Davidson Fatboy

Harley Davidson Fatboy

Background imageEngine Collection: 1993 Lancia Delta

1993 Lancia Delta Integrale

Background imageEngine Collection: Locomotive no 148 Cawdor Castle

Locomotive no 148 Cawdor Castle

Background imageEngine Collection: Williton station, West Somerset Railway, UK

Williton station, West Somerset Railway, UK For commercial use please contact Photoslot at website:photoslot email: info@photoslot skype: photoslot

Background imageEngine Collection: High speed train emerging from tunnel in the Box Valley, Avon, England

High speed train emerging from tunnel in the Box Valley, Avon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageEngine Collection: Fire Engine in Action

Fire Engine in Action
A London fire-engine in action racing to a burning building

Background imageEngine Collection: James Watt in his Glasgow workshop improving on Thomas Newcomens 1712 Newcomen

James Watt in his Glasgow workshop improving on Thomas Newcomens 1712 Newcomen
3588302 James Watt in his Glasgow workshop improving on Thomas Newcomens 1712 Newcomen steam engine with his Watt steam engine in 1781, from Les Merveilles de la Science, pub.1870

Background imageEngine Collection: LCC-MFB Headquarters station at Southwark SE1

LCC-MFB Headquarters station at Southwark SE1
The Metropolitan Fire Brigade was created in 1866, having replaced the former London Fire Engine Establishment brigade. It moved from its former Watling Street HQ to the Southwark site due to

Background imageEngine Collection: Hensons Aerial Steam Carriage

Hensons Aerial Steam Carriage
The Aerial Steam Carriage -- enlarged view of the steam engine. This flying machine was patented by William Samuel Henson (1812-1888) and John Stringfellow (1799-1883) in 1842. 1843

Background imageEngine Collection: Zillertalbahn steam train

Zillertalbahn steam train
Zillertal, Tyrol, Austria, Steam hauled tourist train on the narrow gauge Zillertalbahn



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"Powering the Past and Present: Exploring the Fascinating World of Engines" Engines have long been at the heart of our industrial progress, propelling us forward with their sheer power and efficiency. From the iconic row of Class 55 Deltic diesel locomotives built by English Electric in the early 1960s to the historic Levant mine in Cornwall dating back to the late 1800s, engines have shaped our world. In bustling cities like Bermondsey, London, where LCC-LFB Dockhead fire station stands tall, engines serve as a lifeline for emergency services, and are ready to roar into action at any moment, ensuring safety and protection for all. The adrenaline-fueled atmosphere of motorsports comes alive with memories from events like the thrilling 1967 Dutch GP. The thunderous sound of roaring engines echoes through every corner as drivers push themselves to their limits. Delving deeper into engine technology reveals marvels such as the Napier Deltic engine's intricate cross-section. Its innovative design showcases precision engineering that revolutionized locomotive performance. Witnessing an engine being meticulously assembled is a testament to human ingenuity. As gears mesh perfectly together during final fitting on a Deltic engine, we witness craftsmanship at its finest. History was made when Mallard raced past Little Bytham in July 1938, reaching an astonishing speed of 123 mph (198 km/h). This steam-powered feat reminds us of how engines have continuously pushed boundaries throughout time. Beyond railways lie vast landscapes like Banff National Park in Canada's Rockies. Here, Canadian Pacific freight train locomotives dominate the scene with their raw strength and unwavering determination. Engines also find their place in automotive legends like Tazio Nuvolari's Auto-Union D Type or even modern icons such as Lamborghini Countach. These machines embody power and elegance while captivating enthusiasts worldwide.