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English Farm Waggon

A collection of old metal gate hinges leaning on the brick wall of the Blacksmiths shop. Some of the hinges have metal bolts in them. Photo: Kate von Stieglitz / Tourism Australia.

This waggon was attached to a draught horse and used to carry heavy loads efficiently without stressing the back of the horse.

On the 17th of September 1829, 5 waggons of wheat (around 400 bushels) were sent to T Williams in Launceston. (Diary of William Archer, 17 Sep 1829). Just 5 days later an additional 5 waggons (370 bushels) were loaded for Mr Williams (Diary of William Archer, 22 Sep 1829).

English Farm Waggon. Source: The Book of Farm Implements and Machines, Slight & Burn, 1858, p424.
English Farm Waggon (Source: The Book of Farm Implements and Machines, Slight & Burn, 1858, p424)