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Gauge scale; painted steel scale from bus height gauge, Aldenham Works, crica 1950

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Reference number
1996/2822 part 1
Description
This gauge consisted of a steel angle frame supporting a hinged roller under which buses passed as they progressed through the licensing shop. If over 14'4" the roller was deflected by the bus roof and a pointer indicated the height against a scale.
Manufacturer
Dates
circa 1950
Collection
Object type
  • Gauge scale
Location
Completeness
15%