Description
Tar scraper in iron with 2 ft 6 in (760 mm) shaft and a chisel-type blade for cleaning road roller wheels.
Another tar scraper with a semi-circular blade and a looped handle on the shaft is also in the collection (1973/048).
Tar Scraper
1973/055
Tar scraper for cleaning road roller wheels
c.1920
Additional information
| Acquisition Number | 1973/055 |
|---|---|
| Item Type | |
| Short Description | Tar scraper |
| Manufactured by | |
| Date of Manufacture | c.1920 |
| Sub-items | None |
| Supporting Items | None |
| Makers Number | None |
| Marks | None |
| Dimensions (mm) | Entire length: 1231. Shaft: 21 (dia). Head: 63 (at tip). |
| Donor | |
| Date Donated | July 1973 |
| Materials | Iron |
| Condition | Good |
| Display Location | William Arrol Building. Level 1. Student Crush Area. Case 13: Base. |
