This model has been developed from photographs of the prototype in the Science Museum in London.
It is the first stage of adapting the beam engine to the confines of a ship, by placing the beam at the sides and coupling them to the crankshaft by linkages and rods. The version shown has twin cylinders driving a common crankshaft where the paddle wheels would fit - these are shown as representation on this model.
It presents a lively model in motion driven by a Dave Taylor motor/gearbox.
 "Side-Lever Paddle Steamer Engine")
 "Mechanism close-up.")
