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traction engine
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traction engine
a steam-powered locomotive used, esp formerly, for drawing heavy loads along roads or over rough ground. It usually has two large rear wheels and a rope drum for haulage purposes


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The festival explored the theme of transport through the ages, particularly the Victorian and Edwardian era, and featured steam traction engines, steam boats, a steam powered fairground, brass bands, and people dressed in Victorian costume.
Vintage vehicles, traction engines, stationary engines and the colliery winding engine are also on display.
Two 50-ton capacity piston jacks were installed at each end, as well as a mechanism for transferring wheel sets and traction engines between them.
 
 
 
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