Overall, a unique opportunity to acquire a pair of particularly unusual collectors’ stationary engines, presented in superb condition and ready to enjoy! We can conduct demonstrations at our premises.Īside from everything needed to run the engines, included in the sale is a folder containing an in-depth run through of the starting procedures for both engines, a fact sheet detailing their history and specifications and copies of the original engine reports produced by Gardner in 19 respectively. They are a pleasure to use and always attract an audience. The two remarkably rare engines have been owned and cherished by the same family for over 40 years. The engine was found in 1981 in a seized condition and was restored to excellent working order, as presented in today. 2768 spent its working life driving a deep well water pump for the domestic water supply on a remote farm in Wiltshire. Ignition Type – Hot Tube via continuous paraffin blowlamp It is now presented in full working order, as it would have left the factory in 1903. At some stage during its working life, it was converted to petrol with spark ignition however was reverted to its original layout with hot tube ignition around 30 years ago. 3135 was originally believed to have spent its working life driving a water pump in Dorset. Ignition Type – Hot Tube via gas blowlamp/burner It would be possible to separate the outfit but this would be strictly by negotiation only and we would encourage any prospective buyers to contact us directly to discuss the options.įuel – Originally Town (Coal) Gas, now propane gas This outfit is for sale in its complete condition including both of the below engines on behalf of the owner. Prior to this design, Gardner were known for producing steam engines and it is certainly possible to see the clear use of steam engine ideas in the design of these two engines. Both rated at 1 1/2hp at 400RPM, these marvellous engines are both in superb running order and really are something special. They are both of virtually identical design running on different fuels, as per their original build. 1 Oil Engine of 1902 alongside a Gardner No. Presented for sale is an outfit consisting of a Gardner No. Gardner & Sons Limited’s first venture in combustion engines, a market they became renowned for during the 20th century. An unusual opportunity to own a pair of particularly rare, early Gardner combustion engines!
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