Information pertaining to conversion of Swiss Lakes steamer, "Leman," from paddle wheel drive to employment of variable pitch propellers; length 179 ft; propelled by two 340-bhp Sulzer 4-stroke, single acting engines; vessel was built 87 yr ago.


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    Title :

    From paddle wheels to V.P. Propellers


    Additional title:

    Brit Motor Ship


    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1944


    Size :

    2 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


    Paddle wheels

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