Description
MaxiTrak – Fowler Ploughing Engine
Fowler were the leading manufacturer of steam
ploughing equipment from the 1870’s right through to the
end of steam in agriculture. They were the largest and most
powerful traction engines in common use and were exported
round the world in use there would be two engines, one
either side of the field. The wire rope on the drum under
one engine was would out and attached to a double ended
plough.
The other engines rope was attached to the other end of
the plough. The plough could then be pulled across the field
by each engine in turn, both engines moving forward as the
ploughing progressed.
Fowler tractors represent an important era in the history of
agricultural and industrial machinery, showcasing the ingenuity
and impact of steam power during the 19th and early
20th centuries. Their legacy continues to be celebrated by
enthusiasts and historians today.
The model presents the class BB1 engine, one of the largest
type of plough engine produced. It comes as a twin cylinder
compound, with two speed gearing and a coal fired boiler.
There is a crankshaft driven boiler feed pump with bypass
valve, and all the correct cable plough drum equipment with
bevel gear drive and clutch, as on full size. Water and pressure
gauges are provided along with lubricator, blower etc.
Pre-Order for Delivery Q3 2026
SPECIFICATIONS
• Scale 1” to the foot
• Length: 20.6“ (510mm)
• Width: 8.3” (210mm)
• Height: 11.9” (318mm)
• Weight: 30.8 lbs (12 kg. dry)
• Wheel: 5” (127mm)
• B. Wheel: 6.7” (170mm)
• Cylinder: HP14 LP20x25mm
FEATURES
• Coal fired
• Copper silver soldered
• Stephenson’s link valve gear
• Compound cylinder
• Boiler feed pump with bypass
valve
• Water and pressure gauge
• Lubricator
• Livery: Black body, yellow
spoke wheels, gold lining
