Bronze Age Gold from Wales

Wagon

unknown (Manufacturer)

A narrow gauge (1' 11½") iron wagon, for carrying slates or coal, used on the Croesor tramway. Wagon consists of a rectangular box, fitted on to two axles, each with two single flanged wheels of fixed gauge. Axles are held in place by enclosed axles boxes, each with a hinged flap for greasing. Box has metal loops attached at each corner, for horse haulage (one is presently missing).

Collection Area

Industry

Item Number

82.137I

Historical Associations

Associated Person/Body: Ffestiniog Railway Company
Association Type: Railway company

Creation/Production

Role: Manufacturer
Place: Britannia foundry
Period: 1860s

Acquisition

donation, 19/10/1982

Measurements

Length (mm): 2130
Length (mm): 188
Width (mm): 960

Material

Iron
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