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Marshall Gainsborough colonial traction engine - stock code 6671

A Marshall "Gainsborough" colonial tractor, largely complete and in need of complete restoration. An interesting type, running examples are, these days, rare. The "top works" are similar to American practice, with overhung crank and small spoked flywheel, the "bottom end" is pure English steam tractor with a coal-fired boiler, two speed transmission, sprung back axle and conventional spoked wheels.

Length 15' 2"
Width 7' 6"
Height 6'8" to top of steam dome

Weight est 7 tons