The
Traction Engines Image Library contains many photos for and by Traction and Showman's Engines enthusiasts. There are
144
pictures and many comments on the site for you to browse through.
Traction engines are self-propelled steam engines that were used to move heavy loads on roads, plough ground or to provide power where needed. Also called road locomotives to distinguish them from steam locomotives (rail).
First wider scale appearance was in the middle of the 19th century, they remained popular until the 1920s and 30s when petrol / diesel powered engines proved too much competition. They are truly impressive machines!
There are many ways of browsing the images on this site: you can view
the latest pictures or the latest comments or quick start uploading your
own photos. And note the thumbnails on the right, they will show you
either the most favourite, the latest pictures or
other relevant steam powered engines!
And
you can use the menu at the top that allows you to 'drill down' and
browse by album (like Steam Wagons or Road Rollers), manufacturer, country, year, specific group and even
by contributor. You can try the simple search facility at the top right.
Tip:
Use the
Additions option in the top menu
to see all the changes since
your last visit or to see all the photos and comments of the last
couple of days!
When viewing the Traction Engine pictures you can leave your own
comments using the form at the foot of each page (do add your name otherwise it won't be published). In this way we hope
to build up an extensive collection of information, reminiscences and
anecdotes. There are
39 comments on the site at
present. Please note that only posts in English can be accepted.
You are also able to make your own album of the
images (your
favourites of the photos on the site) and make this publicly
available if you wish. Use the
My Album link at the bottom.
To have a look at other visitors' albums click on the
Visitors option
at the top menu.
Maybe you have visited a show or a steam fair or have had a passion for years, we
love to see your own traction engine photos on this site too! To add your pictures use the
'upload a picture' at the top of the page. If you have any suggestions
please
email them to info@train-photos.com. Let us know what you think
of the site!
