Traction engines are a familiar and stirring sight at steam rallies up and down the country, but what were they for, why do they look as they look, and where were they built? These book answers all these questions and more.

Marion, Ohio was home to two early steam engine companies: The Marion Manufacturing Company and Huber Manufacturing Company.

Why using chains on tyres of mining engines? Tire chains are commonly used on mining equipment for several key reasons: 📝 Improved traction and…

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A 'Showman's Engine' is a steam traction engine equipped with a dynamo and a long canopy, as used by travelling showmen to haul their rides and ...