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Aveling & Porter Road Roller Kitty LJ 322
Aveling & Porter D class Road Roller Kitty, regn. LJ 322, number 12468. Built in 1929 by Aveling & Porter at Rochester, powered by a 4 Nhp compound steam engine. With:- Aveling & Porter D class Road Roller, regn. R 7464 and Allchin General Purpose Engine FP 1259 Date: 1960s-1970s
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1259 Allchin Aveling Compound Heavy Kitty Machinery Porter Powered Purpose Regn Rochester Roller Traction 1929
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This photograph showcases a pair of vintage Aveling & Porter Road Rollers, Kitty LJ 322 (registration number 12468) and R 7464, nestled among other historical machinery in an open field. Both road rollers, built by the renowned Aveling & Porter company in Rochester during the late 1920s, are powered by 4 Nhp compound steam engines. Kitty LJ 322, the focus of our attention, boasts the registration number 12468 and is accompanied by Allchin General Purpose Engine FP 1259. The Aveling & Porter D class Road Rollers, affectionately known as "Kitties," were popular choices for heavy transportation and construction projects during the 1960s and 1970s. The steam-powered machines, with their distinctive design and robust build, were essential for maintaining and shaping roads, farmlands, and other infrastructure. In this image, the two road rollers are captured in a moment of rest, their steam engines having momentarily ceased to roll and compact the earth. The presence of the Allchin engine suggests that it may have been used to support or power the road rollers during their operations. The scene is a testament to the rich history of agricultural and industrial machinery, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of transportation and engineering. The photograph, taken in the 1960s or 1970s, is a valuable document of the past, preserving the legacy of these remarkable machines and the role they played in shaping our infrastructure.
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