VENT-AXIA “TURBETTE” Steam Turbine
De Laval single stage steam turbine, approx 5 H.P.
Approx 23″ High x 23″ Long.
Made by Vent-Axia, Rochester, Kent c1955 and thought to have never been used.
A very rare small steam turbine complete with governor, etc.
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