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Ruston Proctor Road Tractor OR 8501 The Lincoln Imp
Ruston Proctor General Purpose Engine, regn. OR 8501 The Lincoln Imp, number 52453. Built by Ruston, Proctor and Company in 1918, powered by an 5 Nhp Compound steam engine. Seen at Newark on 11 June 1972. Date: 1972
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© The William Kerry Collection / Peter Butt / Mary Evans
1972 Compound Lincoln Newark Powered Proctor Purpose Regn Ruston
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This photograph showcases the historic Ruston Proctor Road Tractor, registration number OR 8501, also known as The Lincoln Imp. Built by Ruston, Proctor and Company in 1918, this general purpose engine boasts an impressive 5 Nhp Compound steam engine. The Lincoln Imp, number 52453, is a rare and intriguing piece of transportation history. The engine's timeless design and powerful presence are on full display in this image, captured at Newark on 11 June 1972. The Compound steam engine, with its complex arrangement of cylinders and pistons, was a testament to the engineering prowess of its era. The Ruston Proctor Company was at the forefront of steam engine manufacturing, producing vehicles for various applications, including road and rail transport. The Lincoln Imp, with its distinctive features and historical significance, stands as a reminder of the ingenuity and innovation that shaped the transportation industry over a century ago. This photograph, part of The William Kerry Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and intricacy of a bygone era.
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