Locomotive Whistle

Object detail

Description

Long slender single tone locomotive whistle, four fins at base, stem sphere attached to lever, followed by a half sphere on top, then a dome shape.

Classification

TRANSPORT Railways

Measurements

Dia.100 mm x H775 (approx)

Media/Materials description

Brass

History and use

This single tone steam locomotive whistle was used for sounding warnings and as a means of communication ensuring safeworking on the railways.

Registration number

R818