Puffing Billy Collection

Wylam Dilly, with its sister locomotive Puffing Billy, is the earliest surviving locomotive in the world. Wylam Dilly was built by the inventor and colliery official

Source Size = 1872 x 1674
Anniversary of the Opening of the First English Railway: George Stephensons " locomotion" (" puffing Billy" ), September 26, 1874

Engraving depicting William Hedley's 'Puffing Billy'
5309400 Engraving depicting William Hedley's 'Puffing Billy'; (add.info.: Engraving depicting William Hedley's 'Puffing Billy')

The De Aar Expedition, South Africa (engraving)
1061479 The De Aar Expedition, South Africa (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The De Aar Expedition, South Africa)

Puffing Billy built by William Hedley in 1813 for use at Wylam Colliery (b / w photo)
5228986 Puffing Billy built by William Hedley in 1813 for use at Wylam Colliery (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Four types of early locomotives (litho)
6004814 Four types of early locomotives (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Four types of early locomotives)

"Puffing Billy, "The Pioneer Locomotive (engraving)
664327 " Puffing Billy, " The Pioneer Locomotive (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Puffing Billy, " The Pioneer Locomotive)

The Stephenson Centenary Celebration at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)
1037773 The Stephenson Centenary Celebration at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketch of a spring-loaded safety valve from Hackworths note-book, 1827-28 (pencil on paper)
3697574 Sketch of a spring-loaded safety valve from Hackworths note-book, 1827-28 (pencil on paper) by Hackworth, Timothy (1786-1850); Private Collection; (add.info)

South Kensington Museum: "Puffing Billy"(b / w photo)
3102077 South Kensington Museum: " Puffing Billy" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South Kensington Museum)

"Puffing Billy"(engraving)
670245 " Puffing Billy" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Puffing Billy." Illustration for Great Engineers by J F Layson)

Anniversary of the Opening of the First English Railway (engraving)
1053129 Anniversary of the Opening of the First English Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anniversary of the Opening of the First English Railway)

Puffing Billy, a very old Engine (litho)
6025949 Puffing Billy, a very old Engine (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Puffing Billy, a very old Engine)

The Siege of Ladysmith, Plucky Commissariat Officers (litho)
1599372 The Siege of Ladysmith, Plucky Commissariat Officers (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Siege of Ladysmith, Plucky Commissariat Officers)

Historical Treasures in the Loan Collection of Scientific Apparatus, South Kensington (engraving)
1602503 Historical Treasures in the Loan Collection of Scientific Apparatus, South Kensington (engraving) by English School

Puffing Billy, 1930. Creator: Unknown
Puffing Billy, 1930. From " The Wonder Book of Railways", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, 1930]

Early locomotives, 19th century, (c1920). From the top left: Puffing Billy, 1813; The Locomotion, 1823;, The Rocket, 1829; and the Sans Pareil, 1829

Hedleys Puffing Billy, 1813 (1901). William Hedleys railway locomotive Puffing Billy was patented in 1813. It began work in that year and continued in use until 1872

LOCOMOTIVE: PUFFING BILLY. The Puffing Billy steam locomotive built by William Hedley in 1813. Engraving, English, 1888

Australia, Victoria, VIC, The Dandenong Ranges, Belgrave, Puffing Billy steam train

Australia, Victoria, Melbourne, Dandenong Ranges. Puffing Billy, historic vintage steam train, circa early 1900 s. Menzies Creek station

Holiday train, conceptual artwork

Puffing Billy locomotive, constructed at Wylan Colliery in 1813 by the British industrial engineer William Hedley (1779-1843). This locomotive is displayed at the Science Museum in London

Hedleys Puffing Billy, 1813
Hedleys Puffing Billy. This early steam locomotive was built in the period 1813-1814 by the British engineer William Hedley (1779-1843)

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"Puffing Billy: The Iconic Steam Locomotive That Revolutionized Transportation" Step back in time to the early 19th century, where innovation and progress were on the rise. Meet Wylam Dilly, a remarkable locomotive that forever changed the world of transportation. Alongside its sister locomotive, Puffing Billy, this dynamic duo embarked on a journey that would leave an indelible mark in history. Built by William Hedley in 1813 for use at Wylam Colliery, Puffing Billy was not just any ordinary steam engine. With its powerful design and unwavering determination, it paved the way for future locomotives to come. This black and white photo captures its raw beauty and showcases the craftsmanship behind this engineering marvel. As technology advanced rapidly during this era, four types of early locomotives emerged - each with their own unique features and capabilities. Among them stood Puffing Billy proudly as "The Pioneer Locomotive, " leading the pack with its unmatched performance and reliability. During the Stephenson Centenary Celebration at Newcastle-on-Tyne, Puffing Billy took center stage once again. Engraved into memory is a vivid image of this magnificent machine surrounded by admirers who recognized its significance in shaping modern transportation systems. Intriguingly enough, Hackworth's notebook reveals a sketch of a spring-loaded safety valve used in conjunction with Puffing Billy's mechanisms - showcasing how even small details played an integral role in ensuring safe travels for passengers aboard this mighty locomotive. Preserved within South Kensington Museum is another snapshot capturing "Puffing Billy" itself - serving as a testament to its enduring legacy. This monochromatic photograph transports us back to an era when steam power reigned supreme. An engraving commemorating the Anniversary of the Opening of First English Railway further immortalizes Puffing Billy's impact on society.