Axle Collection

Blacksmiths outside their forge
A superb photograph of six Blacksmiths and coachbuilders posing for a photograph outside their forge/workshop, each holding the tools of their trade

Great Eastern Railways Locomotive works at Stratford
A view along the north side of the Great Eastern Railway?s Locomotive works at Stratford (East London) May 1864 with William Henry Maw, then Head of the Drawing office

LCC-LFB Shand Mason motor steam fire engine
The motor steam fire engine with independent pumping and propelling engines was developed later than the Merryweather Fire King self-propelled steam engine

Illustration of front parts of Model T Ford

An engraving depicting a steamroller and traction engine. The front axle could be removed
5311377 An engraving depicting a steamroller and traction engine. The front axle could be removed, and a casing fixed to the front rollers which could be attached, so making a dual purpose machine

Charron hammering a metal circle on a wooden wheel - Wheelwright hammering a metal cover onto a wooden wheel in a yard
FLO4577674 Charron hammering a metal circle on a wooden wheel - Wheelwright hammering a metal cover onto a wooden wheel in a yard

A 150-200kg hammer powered by a water wheel
5310186 A 150-200kg hammer powered by a water wheel; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a 150-200kig hammer powered by a water wheel)

Parts of the construction of a farm wagon, 1770-1825. Creator: Simon Andreas Krausz
Parts of the construction of a farm wagon, 1770-1825

Wreck of Sir Hiram Maxim?s steam-driven aeroplane. Note?
Wreck of Sir Hiram Maxim?s steam-driven aeroplane. Note the bent axle which was damaged by excessive upward pressure on the antilift rails used to prevent the aeroplane leaving the ground

Highway Four Wheel Trailers and Reversible Trailer Chassis
Features exclusive with Highway Four Wheel Trailers and Reversible Trailer Chassis. Date: early 1920s

The porduction line at the Volswagen factory at Wolfsburg, Germany. December 10th 1952

Assembling, How division of labour plays its many parts in the making of Morris Motor Cars (b / w photo)
6008247 Assembling, How division of labour plays its many parts in the making of Morris Motor Cars (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Assembling)

The Parts of a Bicycle (engraving)
969949 The Parts of a Bicycle (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Parts of a Bicycle)

Mondanites. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho)
3100618 Mondanites. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho) by Avelot, Henri (1873-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mondanites)

The first ten engines constructed for the L&S Railway
Table listing the first ten engines constructed for the L&S Railway, 1832-1839. Detailing: name and number of engine; name of maker; makers number; date when delivered (in steam)

A remarkable accident during a hill climb at Caerphilly, near Cardiff (b / w photo)
6009218 A remarkable accident during a hill climb at Caerphilly, near Cardiff (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Type C Pole Dinkeys, top and bottom view, designed by American Telephone & Telegraph Companys engineers. Used extensively for hauling long heavy poles, equipped with solid rubber tyres

Wheelwright hammering a metal cover onto a wooden wheel in a yard. Handcoloured woodcut engraving from The Book of English Trades and Library of the Useful Arts, Phillips, London, 1818

The Tredmill Song (engraving)
2792616 The Tredmill Song (engraving) by Barnard, Frederick (1846-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tredmill Song)

A Cheap Churn (engraving)
3627794 A Cheap Churn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cheap Churn. Illustration for The Picture Magazine, 1893.); © Look and Learn

Advert for Alexander Shank & Son, Ltd lawn mowers 1905
Shanks petrol motor mowing machines with patent axle springs. 1905

Various carts (engraving)
STC255690 Various carts (engraving) by Rostagni, Francesco (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright

A visit to Penns Marine Engine Factory at Greenwich, London; Turning a crank axle (engraving)
608727 A visit to Penns Marine Engine Factory at Greenwich, London; Turning a crank axle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rotor Power Plant (litho)
2812548 Rotor Power Plant (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rotor Power Plant. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

The Steam Hammer (pencil and wash heightened with white)
DRU86941 The Steam Hammer (pencil and wash heightened with white) by McConnell, William (fl.1850-90) (attr. to); 21x28.3 cm; William Drummond, London

The Great Western Railway Companys works at Swindon (engraving)
6010349 The Great Western Railway Companys works at Swindon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Western Railway Companys works at Swindon)

Axle of the Ferris Wheel (b / w photo)
958474 Axle of the Ferris Wheel (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Axle of the Ferris Wheel)

Crushing Device Date: 1880

Unloading Supplies for U. S. Military Railroad opposite Richmond, Virginia, ca. 1865
Unloading Supplies for U.S. Military Railroad opposite Richmond, Virginia, ca. 1865. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady

Axle wheels of a steam train engine

Portland Place, Marylebone, London, 1809. Artist: William James Bennett
Portland Place, Marylebone, London, 1809

Carrying heavy goods under instead of above the axle, 1914. From The Beautiful Rio De Janeiro by Alured Gray Bell. [William Heinemann, London, 1914]

Blacksmith, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert, 1751-1777. Private Collection

White International 6x4 semi tracter with a white twin axle box trailer turns right out of a minor roadonto the main highway

Engraving depicting a 2-4-0 locomotive for the Bergisch-Marische Railway designed by Archibald Sturrock and built by J. Fowler & Co. of Leeds

Engraving depicting an American locomotive. Dated 19th century

Engraving depicting a 0-6-0 locomotive. Under the Whyte notation for the classification of steam locomotives, 0-6-0 represents the wheel arrangement of no leading wheels

Enamel sign for Redex Petrol service
A tin/alloy sign for Redex Service, an engine supplement to be added to petrol, sump, gearbox or rear axle to improve the overall performance of a vehicle. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Leonardesque model. Wagon axle. Codex Atlanticus by Leonardo da Vinci, shett 1049v, 1480. Model (19th century). The Science and Technology Museum Leonardo da Vinci. Milan. Italy

Cover of Der Eisenbahner - Volume 1
Striking embossed Cover of Der Eisenbahner - Volume 1, featuring a train cum dragon speeding out of the cover in a shower of sparks and plumes of smoke and team.. Date: 1902

Firefighters operating a Dennis breakdown lorry (commissioned at HQ on 3 April 1936)

Dennis breakdown lorry, demonstrating wrong method
Firefighters operating a Dennis breakdown lorry (commissioned at HQ on 3 April 1936), demonstrating the wrong method of lifting and towing the front axle

Engraving vintage Planetarium

Forces involved when wheel and axle lift weight

Illustration, cannon mounted on vehicle consisting of axle and two wheels

Digitally generated illustration of car transmission and axle

Illustration of differential gearing on a car wheel

Wreck of Sir Hiram Maxim?s steam-driven aeroplane. Note ?
Wreck of Sir Hiram Maxim?s steam-driven aeroplane. Note the bent axle which was damaged by excessive upward pressure on the antilift rails used to prevent the aeroplane leaving the ground

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"From the Forge to the Factory: Unveiling the Secrets Production" Blacksmiths outside their forge, hammering away at red-hot iron, shaping the sturdy axles that will bear the weight of countless journeys. The LCC-LFB Shand Mason motor steam fire engine proudly displaying its robust axles, ready to rush into action and save lives. An intricate illustration showcasing the front parts of Henry Ford's iconic Model T Ford, highlighting the strength and reliability of its axles. A haunting image capturing the wreckage of Sir Hiram Maxim's steam-driven aeroplane, reminding us of how even aviation pioneers relied on well-built axles for stability in flight. Highway Four Wheel Trailers and Reversible Trailer Chassis standing tall with their dependable axles, enabling smooth transportation across rugged terrains. December 10th, 1952: Witnessing a symphony of precision as Volkswagen factory workers meticulously assemble cars on an assembly line - each axle fitting perfectly into place. Exploring division of labor in action through a captivating black-and-white photo depicting Morris Motor Cars being assembled by skilled workers who specialize in different aspects - including axle installation. Delving into every cyclist's trusty companion - an engraving revealing all the intricate parts that make up a bicycle, with special emphasis on its durable axle system. Stepping back in time to Le Pele-Mele magazine's colorful illustration from 1902 featuring fashionable Mondanites enjoying horse-drawn carriages equipped with reliable axles for luxurious rides around town. Great Eastern Railways Locomotive works at Stratford bustling with activity as engineers meticulously craft locomotives' powerful engines and robust axles for seamless rail travel experiences. The first ten engines constructed for L&S Railway proudly display their mighty wheels and sturdy axles - symbols of progress propelling the world forward.