HARRISON & Co. Compound Marine Engine
Built in Lowestoft c1900
6″ + 12″ x 7″ Cylinders with Slide Valves, on six turned columns. With attached air, feed and bilge pumps.
A high quality launch engine. For sale unrestored, but believed complete. Offered with spares for second engine.
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2″ x 4 1/2″ Cylinders ~ Approx 30″ High.
A very rare small enclosed marine steam engine.
Designed for a small steam launch.
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