Model of steering apparatus used on the 'Niagara'

Working model, scale 1:8, of the frictionless steering apparatus designed by Andrew Murray, used aboard the 'Niagra' in 1857, on wood base, and made by Andrew Murray, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, 1857

Details

Category:
Marine Engines
Object Number:
1867-40
Materials:
brass (copper, zinc alloy), steel (metal) and wood (unidentified)
Measurements:
overall: 300 mm x 270 mm x 340 mm, 6.47kg
type:
model - representation
credit:
A Murray