Hornsby Collection

Caterpillar track steam engine by R. Hornsby & Sons
The first and original Caterpillar or walking engine made by R. Hornsby & Sons of Grantham. R. Hornsby & Sons grew into a major manufacturer of agricultural machinery, at their Spittle Gate Works

Ruston Proctor General Purpose Engine Tulip Queen BE 7421
Ruston Proctor SH class General Purpose Engine, regn. BE 7421, number 44836, Tulip Queen. Built in 1912 by Ruston and Hornsby Ltd (R&H) of Lincoln and Grantham

Road building MOT01_01_34
Coast Road, Horden, County Durham. A group of workmen beside a Ruston excavator loading earth into wagons on a track, during the construction of Coast Road

Ruston Hornsby General Purpose Engine number 115100, Hildary, reg. DO 2953, at Derby on 8 July 1972. Date: 1972

Advert, R Hornsby & Sons, mowing and reaping machines
Advert, R Hornsby & Sons, the best mowing and reaping machines, Grantham, England. Date: 1868

Asylum of the Fishmongers and Poulterers Institution, Wood Green (engraving)
607518 Asylum of the Fishmongers and Poulterers Institution, Wood Green (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Semoir mecanique de Hornsby (engraving)
3645017 Semoir mecanique de Hornsby (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Semoir mecanique de Hornsby. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1859)

Allchin General Purpose Engine FP 1259
Allchin General Purpose Engine, regn. FP 1259, number 2146. Built by Wm. Allchin Ltd in 1922, powered by a 7 Nhp single-cylinder steam engine

Ruston Proctor General Purpose Engine Success CE 7949
Ruston Proctor SHS class General Purpose Engine, regn. CE 7949, number 50278, Success. Built in 1914 by Ruston and Hornsby Ltd (R&H) of Lincoln and Grantham

Ruston Hornsby General Purpose Engine FW 1509
Ruston Hornsby SH class General Purpose Engine, regn. FW 1509, number: 161250. Built in 1922 by Ruston and Hornsby Ltd (R&H) of Lincoln and Grantham, powered by a 6 Nhp single-cylinder steam engine

Ruston Hornsby General Purpose Engine Hildary DO 2953
Ruston Hornsby General Purpose Engine, regn. DO 2953, number: 115100, Hildary. Built in 1922 by Ruston and Hornsby Ltd (R&H) of Lincoln and Grantham, powered by a 7 Nhp single-cylinder steam engine

Carlisle CA8 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Carlisle CA8 9

Bugler in the Ruston & Hornsby band, Grantham
A 16 1/2 year-old girl, who played bugle in the band of Ruston & Hornsby, Grantham, Lincolnshire - Industrial Equipment Manufacturers. Date: 1953

Cornhill, London, 1840. Artist: WD Hornsby
Interior view of Purssells Kitchen, no 80 Cornhill, London, 1840; showing preparation and cooking of food, including biscuits and confectionery

FARMING: THRESHING, 1851. Hornsbys steam-driven threshing machine demonstrated in the open field at the Great London Exhibition of 1851. Contemporary wood engraving

STEAM THRESHER, 1851. Hornsbys steam-driven threshing machine demonstrated in the open field at the Great London Exhibition of 1851: contemporary English engraving

ROGERS HORNSBY (1896-1963). American baseball player

Hornsbys Thresher
Hornsbys Steam powered thresher

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"Hornsby: Pioneers of Steam Engines and Agricultural Machinery" Step back in time to the era of innovation and progress with Hornsby, a name synonymous with groundbreaking machinery. R. Hornsby & Sons, the creators of the iconic Caterpillar track steam engine, revolutionized the world of agriculture. Witness their ingenuity through Ruston Hornsby General Purpose Engine number 115100, affectionately known as Hildary. This magnificent piece of engineering showcases their commitment to excellence. In an advert from yesteryears, R. Hornsby & Sons proudly displayed their mowing and reaping machines - a testament to their dedication towards enhancing farming practices. But it wasn't just about agriculture; Hornsby played a vital role in road building too. The MOT01_01_34 image captures one such moment where they contributed to infrastructure development. The Asylum of the Fishmongers and Poulterers Institution at Wood Green stands tall as another achievement etched into history by Hornsby's expertise – an engraving that tells tales of compassion and progress. Their influence extended beyond land-based endeavors; Semoir mecanique de Hornsby showcases how they ventured into mechanized sowing techniques, further advancing agricultural efficiency. Hornsby's legacy continued with Allchin General Purpose Engine FP 1259, Ruston Proctor General Purpose Engine Tulip Queen BE 7421, Success CE 7949, FW 1509, and Hildary DO 2953 engines - each representing milestones in industrial growth and technological advancement. For those curious about Carlisle CA8 9 Map – it serves as a reminder that Hornsby's reach spanned far beyond its headquarters; its impact was felt across regions worldwide. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate "Hornsby: Pioneers of Steam Engines and Agricultural Machinery. " Their contributions have shaped industries and left an indelible mark on history.