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A giant railway turntable. Twenty eight men with two 36 ton cranes took an hour
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A giant railway turntable. Twenty eight men with two 36 ton cranes took an hour
A giant railway turntable.
Twenty eight men with two 36 ton cranes took an hour to install this giant 70 foot turntable at Euston.
One man is able to rotate its 36 ton weight, plus that of an engine of Royal Scot Class, which weighs some 127 tons.
The engine shown in this picture is " Liverpool".
23 March 1932
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This print captures a monumental feat of engineering from the golden age of train travel. Standing tall in all its glory is a giant railway turntable, an impressive 70-foot structure that required the combined efforts of twenty-eight skilled men and two colossal 36-ton cranes to install at Euston station. In this remarkable image, we witness the sheer power and precision involved in operating such machinery. A lone figure stands proudly beside the turntable, effortlessly rotating its immense weight along with that of "Liverpool" an engine belonging to the esteemed Royal Scot Class which tips the scales at a staggering 127 tons. Transporting us back to March 23rd, 1932, this photograph offers a glimpse into an era where steam engines ruled supreme and railways were at their zenith. The vintage charm exuded by this scene is simply mesmerizing. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, it serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination. It reminds us of the incredible feats accomplished by railway workers who dedicated their lives to ensuring efficient transport across vast distances. Between The Wars' masterful capture immortalizes not just a moment but also pays homage to those unsung heroes who built and maintained these magnificent machines that shaped our history.
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