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McLaren General Purpose Engine Apollo AI 3029
At a traction engine rally outside the Museum of Science and Technology on Newhall Street, Birmingham:- McLaren General Purpose Engine, regn. AI 3029, number 757, Apollo. Built in 1904 by J&H McLaren & Co. at Hunslet, powered by a 6 Nhp single-cylinder steam engine. With Fowler T3A2 class Road Roller, regn. FF 4913, number 21629. Built in 1937 by John Fowler & Co. in Leeds, powered by an 3 Nhp compound steam engine. Date: 1969
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Apollo Birmingham Compound Fowler Heavy Hunslet Leeds Machinery Mclaren Newhall Powered Purpose Rally Regn Roller Single Cylinder Technology Traction 1937
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In this photograph taken in 1969, we find ourselves outside the Museum of Science and Technology on Newhall Street in Birmingham, where a traction engine rally is in full swing. Two magnificent engines, the McLaren General Purpose Engine, registration AI 3029, number 757, and the Fowler T3A2 class Road Roller, registration FF 4913, number 21629, are proudly displayed. The McLaren engine, built by J&H McLaren & Co. in Hunslet in 1904, boasts a 6 Nhp (Nominal Horsepower) single-cylinder steam engine. Its sleek design and intricate details showcase the engineering prowess of the time. The Fowler Road Roller, constructed by John Fowler & Co. in Leeds in 1937, is powered by a 3 Nhp compound steam engine. With its robust build and imposing presence, it is a testament to the industrial strength and resilience of the era. The traction engine rally, a gathering of these historic machines, offers a glimpse into the past when steam power was the driving force behind heavy transportation. The McLaren and Fowler engines, with their unique identities - AI 3029 and FF 4913 respectively - stand as symbols of a bygone era, showcasing the ingenuity and innovation that shaped the transport industry. This photograph, captured in the heart of Birmingham, offers a fascinating look into the history of steam-powered transportation and the machines that defined a generation. The tranquil setting of the museum grounds, the vibrant colors of the engines, and the sense of community among the enthusiasts make for a captivating scene that transports us back in time.
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