Lot #3017 - Thornycroft tin plate live steam pacing launch
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Auction House:Barsby Auctions
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Sale Name:Maritime Model Museum Auction
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Sale Date:26 Aug 2018 ~ 12noon (AEST)
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Lot #:3017
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Lot Description:Thornycroft tin plate live steam pacing launch
This tin plate live steam racing launch model is extremely rare, built and raced by the famous marine engineer A. Thornycroft. -
Notes:This model won the 1932 speed championship series at the popular Engineer’s park at Ashfield at a best lap speed of 36 mph! The model is in its original condition and the boiler and engine have been fully restored by Ross Style.
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Estimate:A$8,000 - 12,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Toys & Models
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