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Original test bed at Acton for Deltic
Original test bed at Acton for Deltic development test Date: 1950
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1950 Acton Deltic Engineering Manufacturing Napier
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of the Original test bed at Acton for Deltic development. Dated back to 1950, this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online brings history to life, showcasing the Deltic locomotive undergoing crucial tests before its release. Perfect for rail enthusiasts, historians, or anyone with an appreciation for vintage engineering, this print is a stunning addition to any home or office space. Order now and bring a piece of transportation history into your world.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Pioneering Progress: The Original Deltic Test Bed at Acton, 1950" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a significant moment in transportation history as the original Deltic test bed undergoes development trials at the Napier works in Acton, London, in 1950. The image showcases the intricate engineering and manufacturing processes that went into creating this groundbreaking engine, which would later revolutionize the transportation industry. The Deltic engine, a product of Napier and Son, was a gas turbine engine designed for high-speed rail applications. Its distinctive delta-shaped combustion chamber was a departure from traditional piston engines and marked a major step forward in the evolution of transportation technology. In this photograph, we see the engine in its infancy, undergoing rigorous testing on the original test bed at Acton. The scene is filled with a sense of anticipation and innovation. Engineers and technicians work diligently, fine-tuning the engine's components and monitoring its performance. The test bed, a complex network of pipes, wires, and machinery, is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the team behind the Deltic project. The year 1950 was a pivotal time in the transportation industry, as new technologies were being explored and tested to meet the growing demand for faster, more efficient modes of travel. The Deltic engine represented a bold step into the future, and this photograph offers a unique glimpse into the manufacturing and engineering processes that brought this vision to life. As we look at this image, we are reminded of the importance of innovation, perseverance, and the relentless pursuit of progress. The original Deltic test bed at Acton stands as a symbol of the groundbreaking work that continues to shape our world, and this photograph captures a moment in time that will forever be etched in the annals of transportation history.
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