Bronze Age Gold from Wales
Wagon
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
Creation/Production
unknown
Date: 1860s
Acquisition
Donation, 19/10/1982
Measurements
Length (mm): 2130
Length (mm): 188
Width (mm): 960
Material
iron
Location
National Slate Museum : Inner Quadrangle
Collections Online is updated regularly, but please confirm that an object remains on display before making a special visit.
Comments are currently unavailable. We apologise for the inconvenience.