Thread: Know how a Watt Beam Engine works?

Originally Posted by shorty943

OK, as promised, pics of the ONLY still working Humphrie Pump in the world..

Thanks for that, shorty943, Cobdogla is going into the bucket list, for when the bride & I go on the big drive when she finishes work. I worked on , & operated, steam machinary for many years in the Navy, that is one pump I must see, cheers, Bob

Originally Posted by Sydr

There are operating beam engines in Goulburn; a credit to the Council and well worth a visit, - even SWMBO thoroughly enjoyed this, see
Goulburn Historic Waterworks Museum

There are a range of operating steam engines at the Campbelltown Steam and Machinery Museum, from minature to large stationary engines and steam rollers, truck and trains

Their open days are on the 19th and 20th May at Menangle NSW http://www.aulro.com/afvb/upcoming-e...-20th-may.html