You have to
assemble this Airfix kit yourself
Richard Trevithick was a young engineer
but was responsible for one of the most important of all inventions
- the first steam locomotive. In 1795, when he was only 25 years
old, Trevithick was building working models of high-pressure steam
engines. Cornish tin and Welsh coal miners used his early engines to
power carts from 1800, and, in 1804 his first steam locomotive, the
Penydarren, was unveiled and ran at the heart-stopping speed of 5
m.p.h.
The most revolutionary feature of
Trevithick's 1804 locomotive was the fact that it had smooth wheels
operating on smooth metal rails. Until Trevithick's achievement,
engineers has said it was impossible to run an engine on non-geared
track, but he had proved them wrong and the golden era of the steam
locomotive had begun.
This product is suitable for ages 8 to adult. Not suitable for
children under 36 months due to small parts, contains functional
sharp edges and/or points. Paints and Cement are required to
complete model (Not Included)
Price inclusive of Free delivery and VAT
in the UK
Delivery takes usually
1 - 2 working days from order |
Product Code
AO5871
