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The International Exhibition: locomotive tank-engine, by Manning, Wardle and Co... 1862. Creator: Unknown
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The International Exhibition: locomotive tank-engine, by Manning, Wardle and Co... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: locomotive tank-engine, by Manning, Wardle and Co. of Leeds, 1862. Engine designed...for the mineral traffic at ironworks, collieries, &c. and for contractors use in the construction of public works...The tank on the boiler contains 250 gals, of water, the boiler being fed by Giffard's injectors. The engine is so arranged as to combine the greatest possible tractive power with the least weight and smallest consumption of fuel, so that although the weight, in working trim, is only about 10¼ tons, the engine will move a gross load of upwards of 200 tons on the level. Engines of this class can be constructed to work on any gauge of railway from 3ft. upwards, can be turned round on an ordinary turntable, and will follow a ballast-waggon round any curve; their light weight enabling them to be used on contractors metals which would not carry a heavy engine. The engine at the exhibition was used for several weeks by her Majesty's commissioners to draw in the other locomotives and heavy machinery, and while thus engaged gained the good opinion of all the officials. It has been awarded a prize medal "for excellence of workmanship and adaptation for the purpose for which it was constructed". From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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This photograph showcases the Manning, Wardle and Co. locomotive tank-engine, a mechanical marvel of the 19th century, displayed at The International Exhibition in 1862. The creator of the image remains unknown, but the engine itself is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the time. The tank-engine, designed for mineral traffic at ironworks, collieries, and other industrial applications, boasts a unique feature: a water tank on the boiler, holding 250 gallons. This tank is filled by Giffard's injectors, ensuring a consistent water supply for optimal steam production. The engine's design aimed to achieve maximum tractive power with minimal weight and fuel consumption, making it an ideal choice for various railway gauges, from narrow-gauge lines to standard ones. Despite its relatively light weight of approximately 10¼ tons, the engine could effortlessly pull loads exceeding 200 tons on level ground. Its versatility extended beyond railway use, as it could be turned on an ordinary turntable and navigate curves, even on contractors' temporary metal tracks. During the exhibition, this engine gained the admiration of the officials by drawing in other locomotives and heavy machinery. Its exceptional performance and adaptability earned it a prestigious prize medal for workmanship and suitability for its intended purpose. This photograph serves as a reminder of the pioneering spirit and technological advancements that shaped the industrial revolution.
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