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Rain Test For Car
30th October 1948: A Morris Oxford being bombarded with 1500 jets of water from all angles, equivalent to 15 inches of rainfall an hour, to find any faults with the bodywork and see if the car could withstand a tropical rainstorm. Original Publication: Picture Post - 4657 - The New Morris Is Passed Out - pub. 1948 (Photo by Raymond Kleboe/Picture Post/Getty Images)
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Raymond Kleboe
Media ID 11817948
1940 1949 Airplane Angle Discovery England Black Garage Image Focus Technique Looking Mode Of Transport Rain Storm Time Transport Europe Pp Tropical Climate Equivalent Inch Morris Oxford
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Capturing the Resilience - Testing the Morris Oxford in a Torrential Downpour
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. In this black and white portrait, we are transported back to 30th October 1948, witnessing an extraordinary rain test conducted on a Morris Oxford. Raymond Kleboe's lens captures the moment when this iconic vehicle is bombarded with an astonishing 1500 jets of water from all angles, simulating a tropical rainstorm with an intensity equivalent to 15 inches of rainfall per hour. The image focuses on the car's bodywork as it endures this relentless assault. Every curve and contour is scrutinized for any potential fault that could compromise its performance under such extreme weather conditions. This fascinating discovery was part of a meticulous process aimed at ensuring that the Morris Oxford would withstand even the harshest elements. Kleboe's photograph not only showcases technical expertise but also evokes a sense of timelessness. The absence of people adds to its archival quality, allowing us to appreciate this pivotal moment in automotive history without distraction. As we gaze upon this remarkable scene, we can't help but marvel at both the determination behind such testing and the resilience exhibited by this classic car model. It serves as a testament to British engineering excellence and reminds us how innovation has always been driven by challenges faced in different climates around the world. This print stands as a powerful reminder that progress often requires pushing boundaries and subjecting creations to rigorous trials – all in pursuit of delivering vehicles capable of conquering any road or
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