Bogie

Object detail

Accession number

F1042.2002

Maker

Wellington and Manawatu Railway Company

Production period

1890s

Description

Car Bogie from the Wellington-Manawatu private railway. The Wellington and Manawatu Railway Company constructed the railway between Wellington and Longburn (near Palmerston North) over a 30 year period (1881-1908). The company was purchased in 1908 by New Zealand Rail. Metal framing and wheels. Central wooden beam has hub in middle. Four wheels. Spring suspension along frame.

Marks

WM RCY Embossed

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal

Credit Line

Wellington and Manawatu Railway Company. Circa 1895. Bogie, F1042.2002. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Tools & Equipment for Communication Rail Transportation Equipment Rail Vehicles

Production place

Wellington New Zealand

Collection type

Rail Transport

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