John Fowler 7nhp Steam Road Locomotive

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John Fowler 7nhp Steam Road Locomotive, Steam road locomotive in Wellington, New South Wales, Australia.

The John Fowler Steam Road Locomotive, manufactured in 1912, features a 7 horsepower engine and stands at 9 Amaroo Drive in Wellington, New South Wales.

The Macquarie Shire Council acquired this locomotive in 1911 through W.M. Noakes, marking the transition from horse-drawn transportation to mechanized road construction.

This locomotive represents early 20th-century industrial innovation in New South Wales, contributing to the development of regional road networks and infrastructure.

The locomotive served multiple functions, including road construction, wheat threshing, chaff cutting, and water pumping, demonstrating its versatility in rural applications.

Wellington Council purchased this locomotive in 1994 to prevent its overseas sale, preserving it for public display at local festivals and historical events.

Location: New South Wales

Address: 9 Amaroo Drive, Wellington, NSW 2820

GPS coordinates: -32.57490,148.95620

Latest update: March 30, 2025 16:10

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