Description
This fascinating kit is of the Maudsley oscillating cylinder engine of 1827, used to power a paddle steamer on the Thames. Over 120 parts go together to make a motorized working model. – Taken from the 6th edition catalogue (1968)
Additional information
| Airfix Series (first appearance) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rarity of early version | Scarce |
| First Issued | 1969 |
| Catalogue Ref - 6th Edition (1968) | 623 |
| Catalogue Ref - 7th Edition (1969) | 623 |
| Catalogue Ref - 8th Edition (1970) | 623 |
| Catalogue Ref - 9th Edition (1971) | C601S |
| Catalogue Ref - 10th Edition (1973) | 06551-1 |
| Catalogue Ref - 11th Edition (1974) | 06551-1 |
| Catalogue Ref - 12th Edition (1975) | 06551-1 |
| Catalogue Ref - 13th Edition (1976) | 06870-9 |
| Catalogue Ref - 17th Edition (1980) | 06870-9 |
| Artist on Box Type 3 | Roy Cross |
