Gas Producer from Talbot

Historical information

According to Les Solomano this unitoriginally belonged to the Hendricks brothers of Talbot. It was mounted on the front bumper of their 6 ton truck used for general cartage.

Significance

The Unit shows the wide range of Gas Producers constructed during the war years to drive with charcoal fuel.

Physical description

This Gas Producer unit appears to be home-made mild steel construction for a specific purpose. The assembly sits on a welded frame, the hopoper on one side, the filter drum on the other and the radiator in between.

Inscriptions & markings

there are no specific markings visible

Subjects

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