Model of engines of White Star Liner 'Britannic'

Made:
1874-1890
maker:
Maudslay, Sons and Field Limited
Model of engines of White Star Liner 'Britannic'

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Working model, scale 1:12, of the two-stage expansion engines of the White Star Liner "Britannic" (1874) in mahogany case and table stand (see note)

Details

Category:
Marine Engines
Object Number:
1900-55
Materials:
mahogany (wood), steel (metal), copper (alloy), brass (copper, zinc alloy) and paint
Measurements:
overall: 1075 mm x 760 mm x 1000 mm,
type:
model - representation and engine -power producing equipment
credit:
Maudslay, Sons and Field Limited

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