Alga John Ericsson steam engine

An excellent example of Swedish engineering, made by the company Alga, in new unused condition. Comes complete with grinding machine, lathe & transmission attachments.

Features include

• Easy to fill water.
• The entire engine can be dismantled and reassembled.
• On top is the steam whistle with lever.
• The big base plate with Meccano fittings serves as a building area for accessories.

• Two handlebars allow a safe transportation even when the engine is warm.
• Drive control lever with two speeds in forward and reverse, including neutral.
• Extra safety. Suction cups keep the machine steadily in place. It prevents it from "walking" due to vibrations.
• Heavy flywheel for a smooth operation.
• For extra safety. Double isolated boiler reduces the risk of getting burn.
• Additional steam and smoke is led into the chimney.
• Extra safety. Safety valve totally eliminates the risk of explosion.
• Extra safety, Fire house has a two-grip mechanism.
• Can only be ejected if security lever is pushed simultaneously.

It is designed to take a single rectangular Esbit tablet. - not included.

Serial number 01516