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Locomotive engine, 5 foot 9 inch driving wheel
Locomotive engine, 5 foot 9 inch driving wheel, plan, side elevation, half elevations and sections
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B Road Gauge Loco Locomotive Locomotives
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1. Title: "Mighty Force of Transportation: A 5 Foot 9 Inch Locomotive Engine's Inner Workings" This photograph showcases an exquisite 5 foot 9 inch locomotive engine, a marvel of engineering from the bygone era of steam-powered transportation. The engine's grandeur is evident in its intricate design and the immense power it once possessed. The side elevation of the engine reveals its robust structure, with the large boiler housing the steam generation system at the rear, and the powerful driving wheel at the front. The half elevations provide a detailed view of the engine's symmetrical design, allowing us to appreciate the balance and precision that went into its creation. The sections illustrate the engine's internal workings, from the firebox where fuel was burned to generate steam, to the cylinders that transformed the steam pressure into mechanical force, and finally to the driving wheel that propelled the engine forward. The 5 foot 9 inch gauge, a standard measurement for railway tracks during this time, is evident in the image, further emphasizing the engine's role in the transportation industry. The B road, or broad gauge, was another popular gauge used in some parts of the world, but the 5 foot 9 inch gauge was widely adopted due to its versatility and efficiency. This photograph is an ode to the locomotive engine's rich history and the transformative impact it had on transportation. The locomotive, or 'loco,' as it was affectionately called, revolutionized the way goods and people were transported, paving the way for modern transportation systems. The steam-powered engine may no longer be in use, but its legacy continues to inspire and captivate us.
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