Handcart, Great Western Railway
- Made:
- 1833-1947 in unknown
- maker:
- Great Western Railway
Handcart, Great Western Railway. Ex-Newport Docks. Two large wheels and 2 handles.
A variety of different size trolleys and barrows were needed to transport passenger luggage or goods safely around the station. As the railways could be asked to carry virtually anything, this wheeled transport needed to be robust and versatile to ensure the goods remained undamaged while moving around the station.
Details
- Object Number:
- 1981-7018
- Materials:
- wood (unidentified) and metal (unknown)
- Measurements:
-
overall: 1100 mm x 2230 mm x 1190 mm, 152.4 kg
overall (wheels): 914 mm,
- type:
- hand cart
- credit:
- British Rail, Historical Relics