The Mirrlees, Bickerton and Day Engine at Prickwilllow

ENGINE: Mirrlees, Bickerton and Day Five Cylinder
BHP: 259
RPM: 250
SHAFT: 8" (200mm) diameter
PISTON: 12" (300mm) diameter27" (685mm) length
FLYWHEEL: 92"(2336mm) diameter, 7 tons
LUBRICATION: Combination of drip and force
FUEL: Diesel, with blast injection
FUEL CONSUMPTION: 10 gallons (imp) per hour
STARTING: Compressed air at 800lbs/sq. inch on two cylinders


PUMP: W.H. Allen Ltd.
TYPE: Centrifugal
SIZE: 42"
TRADE NAME: Conquerer
RATING: 140 tons per minute
IMPELLER: Cast iron
DESIGN LIFT: 22'0" (6700mm)


COST: Engine and pump £3265-0-0


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