Traction engine
Agriculture & Food

Traction engine

19th–early 20th centuries

A traction engine is a self-propelled steam engine used for hauling loads, agricultural work and driving belt-powered machinery. Large flywheels and exposed gearing make its conversion of steam pressure into motion easy to follow.

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A traction engine is a self-propelled steam engine used for hauling loads, agricultural work and driving belt-powered machinery. Large flywheels and exposed gearing make its conversion of steam pressure into motion easy to follow.

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Image: General_Purpose_Engine_BJ_7155_GDSF.JPG
Creator: Geni
License: CC BY-SA 4.0

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