Crane On Burbage Wharf is a Grade II listed building in the Wiltshire local planning authority area, England. First listed on 13 June 1988. Crane. 1 related planning application.

Crane On Burbage Wharf

WRENN ID: pale-sandstone-nettle
Grade: II
Local Planning Authority: Wiltshire
Country: England
Date first listed: 13 June 1988
Type: Crane
Source: Historic England listing

Description

This revolving crane, dating from 1831, served the Kennet and Avon Canal Company and was restored in 1972-78. The crane is constructed of timber and features an octagonal main shaft with a head bearing, supporting a revolving framework. This framework includes a jib arm attached to horizontal shears, and a counterbalance system using stone weights. The crane has manual winding gear, with pinions connected to an iron drum and ratchet check. The jib arm has a throw of 4.55 metres, extending 2.66 metres over the canal.

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