4" Alfred Dodman Traction Engine

On behalf of the owners we are pleased to offer for sale this really well presented 4" Alfred Dodman Traction Engine, we have had a couple of these engines in over the years and they are a firm favourite standing a bit taller than the more common Fosters and Burrells and an all round stronger performer.

For those who dont know, the Alfred Dodman company only produced a small handful of traction Engines and the Single Crank Compound design originated in the early 1890s. Unfortunately for the company Burrells too umbrage and took the company to court over copyright-infringement of the SCC design, the original engine was returned to the works and dismantled. Its fair to say if the miniatures are anything to go by then the full size would have been a seriously impressive machine!

The engine is fitted with a CE marked Bell Boiler which has recently been retubed and undergone a thorough inspection, hydraulic and steam test. Water feed is through a crank driven pump and steam injector.

The engine is located with the owner in North Yorkshire and viewing is welcomed by genuinely interested parties. Included with the sale is the usual firing irons and other bits and bobs. For further information or to arrange a viewing please do not hesitate to contact us.