2001/003.1
“Birkinshaw” railway chair in cast iron
“Birkinshaw” railway chair in cast iron. Found near the Laigh Milton Viaduct (Kilmarnock and Troon Railway) during the viaduct conservation project (1995-96). The chair weighs 8.0 kg (17.8 lb).
For an article on the viaduct and its restoration see http://www.engineering-timelines.com/scripts/engineeringItem.asp?id=1243.
For a detailed paper on the viaduct and its restoration see here.
| Acquisition Number | 2001/003.1 |
|---|---|
| Item Type | |
| Short Description | 'Birkinshaw' railway chair in cast iron |
| Manufactured by | |
| Date of Manufacture | c. 1840 |
| Sub-items | None |
| Supporting Items | None |
| Makers Number | None |
| Marks | None |
| Dimensions (mm) | Base: 260 x 100. Height: 127. Weight: 8 kg. |
| Donor | Professor Roland Paxton FMBE PhD DEng FRSE CEng FICE, Edinburgh |
| Date Donated | July 2001 |
| Materials | Cast iron |
| Condition | Poor to fair (rust damage) |
| Display Location |
