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Saddle tank identification

Discussion in 'Steam Traction' started by Rlangham, Apr 17, 2009.

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  1. Anthony Coulls

    Anthony Coulls Well-Known Member

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    I agree with Steve, but was only suggesting those examples in case of extensive patching in a post-loco life...
     
    Anthony Coulls, Apr 20, 2009
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  2. LesterBrown

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    From the "tank"s construction I would suggest it is the right way up -- but have no idea what it is, perhaps from beneath a Cornish or Lancashire boiler as a crude form of feed water heating (probably not) :-k
     
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    Another thought, if some of the plates and fittings are ignored as later repairs it has some resemblence to a tank of a Boulton water tube boiler loco (several were built at Ashton-under-Lyne some using machinery from Sturrock steam tenders), that would explain its large diameter, if so that would be a quite incredible relic.
     
    LesterBrown, Apr 20, 2009
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  4. Ann Clark

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    As with Steve I have already said that this is most likely not related to locomotives. More than likely industrial use. ](*,)
     
    Ann Clark, Apr 20, 2009
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    Tried, but under the water, rubbish and the darkness inside, I couldn't tell!
     
    Rlangham, Apr 20, 2009
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    Saw them over Summer when exploring the area (including the incline up from Wirksworth). We came to the conclusion they were just water tanks from some other purpose. If I remember correctly, they were still partially plumbed in where they were sat. I'll see if I have any photos too, I know I took some!
    Tim
     
    Muppet, Apr 21, 2009
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