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Alco Firefly generating set - stock code 12661

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Alco Firefly generating set
Alco Firefly generating set
Alco Firefly generating set
Alco Firefly generating set
Alco Firefly generating set
Alco Firefly generating set
Alco Firefly generating set
Alco Firefly generating set
Alco Firefly generating set
A vintage Alco "Firefly" generating set, developed during the war to charge radio sets behind enemy lines. Originally housed in a tin case, paired with a large wood-fired steam generator.

The design used Stuart Turner's pre-war "Sirius" twin cylinder engine, it's self-starting and high speed running characteristics, with fully enclosed crankcase allowing for continuous operation with little maintenance making it highly suitable for the job.

A few of the generators have survived - we had a complete one still in its case way back in 2006 - but we've yet to see one of the steam generators.

Includes free UK shipping.

length/inches 15
width/inches 4
height/inches 7
weight/kg 8
wheel material cast iron 2 3/4 inch diameter flywheel
cylinder material cast iron
valve type piston