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Timken tapered roller bearing axleboxes - train
A recent innovation by British Timken Ltd - a tapered-roller-bearing wagon bearing unit for freight stock made suitable for high speed and replacing the old plain-bearing axlebox. Used by over 1000 British Railways 20-ton guards brade vans and an increasing number of British Railways 21-ton hopper wagons. Date: 1958
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the fusion of industrial heritage and fine art with our exclusive Media Storehouse collection of prints, featuring this captivating image of Timken tapered roller bearing axleboxes from Mary Evans Prints Online. This striking photograph, rights managed by British Timken Ltd, showcases a recent innovation in railway technology - the tapered-roller-bearing wagon bearing unit for freight stock, designed for high-speed performance and a replacement for the traditional plain-bearing axlebox. Add a touch of industrial elegance to your home or office décor with this beautifully printed and framed artwork, a unique tribute to the ingenuity and progress of engineering history.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photograph, we witness a close-up view of Timken tapered roller bearing axleboxes, a groundbreaking innovation by British Timken Ltd that revolutionized the railway industry in the late 1950s. The image showcases the intricate design of these axleboxes, which were specifically engineered for freight stock to enhance their high-speed capabilities, surpassing the limitations of the traditional plain-bearing axleboxes. The tapered roller bearing axleboxes were quickly adopted by over 1000 British Railways 20-ton guard's brake vans and an increasing number of British Railways 21-ton hopper wagons. This technological advancement allowed for smoother and more efficient train operations, contributing significantly to the overall productivity and reliability of the railway system. The scene is set against the backdrop of a railway track, with the warm glow of train lights illuminating the area. A train driver and guard are visible in the distance, their figures adding a sense of scale to the size of the axleboxes. The image exudes an air of industry and progress, reflecting the transformative impact of this innovation on the railway sector. This photograph is an intriguing snapshot of a bygone era, showcasing the intricate engineering that underpinned the railway industry's evolution. The tapered roller bearing axleboxes represented a significant step forward in railway technology, paving the way for faster, more efficient trains and contributing to the modernization of the railway system.
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