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1880 Article-Aultman-Taylor Machinery Co., Steam Traction Engine |
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American Machinist, 10 Apr 1880, pg. 2 |
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7/7/2015 7:46:29 PM |
New Self-Propelling Traction Engine
The illustration on this page represents a special design of portable engine, which is built by the Aultman and Taylor Company, of Mansfield, Ohio. This machine consists of a portable boiler, which is provided with a steam dome and is mounted upon wheels, and an engine, which is placed upon the top of the boiler. The latter is of the usual horizontal pattern, well proportioned, and simple in construction. The essential features of this machine are, that while it may be drawn by horses, it is also provided with a self-propelling device, which may be used to propel it independent of horses, also draw a loaded wagon after it. Power is communicated by means of bevel gears and an inclined shaft, from the engine shaft to the main axle.
In these connections the power is greatly multiplied, so that the whole machine is moved with comparative ease. Each of the large wheels is provided with a ratchet wheel, having catches, which enables the large wheels to adjust themselves to each other in turning a corner. This engine is fitted with all the necessary boiler appliances, and is well adapted to farm purposes. |
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1880 Aultman-Taylor Machinery Co., Steam Traction Engine
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