Ruston Proctor General Purpose Engine Success CE 7949

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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, powered by a 7 Nhp single-cylinder steam engine. Date: 1960s-1970s

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Grantham Heavy Hornsby Lincoln Machinery Powered Proctor Purpose Regn Ruston Single Cylinder Success Traction

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This photograph showcases the Ruston Proctor SHS class General Purpose Engine, registration CE 7949, number 50278, affectionately known as "Success." Built in 1914 by Ruston and Hornsby Ltd. (R&H), this engineering marvel hails from Lincoln and Grantham, England. Powered by a 7 Nhp (Nominal Horsepower) single-cylinder steam engine, this engine is a testament to the industrial prowess of the early 20th century. The Ruston Proctor SHS class General Purpose Engine was a versatile machine, widely used in various applications, including heavy farming and transportation. This particular engine, with its distinctive design and robust construction, is an enduring symbol of the ingenuity and innovation that characterized the agricultural and industrial sectors during this period. Despite its age, the CE 7949, number 50278, Success, remains an impressive sight. The steam engine's intricate details, from the curved boiler to the meticulously crafted engine components, are on full display in this image. The engine's presence evokes a sense of nostalgia for a time when steam power reigned supreme in the realm of heavy machinery. The 1960s and 1970s marked the twilight years for steam-powered engines in the face of advancing technology. Yet, the Ruston Proctor SHS class General Purpose Engine, CE 7949, number 50278, Success, continued to serve its purpose, demonstrating the resilience and adaptability of these engineering marvels. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the indelible mark that steam engines, like the Ruston Proctor SHS class General Purpose Engine, have left on our industrial and agricultural history.

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