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Ransomes Sims & Jefferies Gen. Purpose Engine Velfrey Queen
At a traction engine rally outside the Museum of Science and Technology on Newhall Street, Birmingham:- Ransomes Sims & Jefferies General Purpose Engine, regn. HI 2816, number 42032, Velfrey Queen. Built in 1931 by Ransomes Sims & Jefferies at Ipswich, powered by an 6 Nhp compound steam engine. With Burrell Showmans Road Locomotive, regn. CL 4483, number 3847, Princess Marina. Date: 1969
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1931 Birmingham Burrell Compound Heavy Ipswich Jefferies Locomotive Machinery Marina Newhall Powered Purpose Rally Ransomes Regn Showmans Sims Technology Traction
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: Ransomes Sims & Jefferies Velfrey Queen and Burrell Princess Marina at the Traction Engine Rally, Birmingham, 1969 2.. This evocative photograph captures the spirit of a bygone era as two magnificent traction engines, the Ransomes Sims & Jefferies Velfrey Queen and the Burrell Princess Marina, take center stage at a traction engine rally held outside the Museum of Science and Technology on Newhall Street in Birmingham, England, in 1969. The Ransomes Sims & Jefferies Velfrey Queen, registration number HI 2816 and number 42032, is a fine example of a General Purpose Engine, built by the renowned Ipswich-based manufacturer Ransomes Sims & Jefferies in 1931. Powered by a 6 Nhp compound steam engine, this engine was a versatile workhorse, capable of performing various tasks on the farm or in transportation. Standing proudly beside the Velfrey Queen is the Burrell Showmans Road Locomotive, registration number CL 4483 and number 3847, named Princess Marina. Built by Burrell, another esteemed manufacturer of heavy machinery, this engine also dates back to 1931. The Princess Marina, with its elegant design and intricate details, showcases the artistry and craftsmanship that went into creating these magnificent machines. The traction engine rally, a celebration of the rich history of transport and transportation, provided an opportunity for enthusiasts to gather and admire these magnificent machines, preserving the memories of a time when steam power ruled the land. This photograph, taken in 1969, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when steam engines were the backbone of heavy farming and transportation. The Velfrey Queen and Princess Marina, with their proud presence, continue to remind us of the ingenuity, innovation, and determination of the engineers and manufacturers who brought these marvels to life.
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