Hardwick, Cambs (click on photograph to bring up bigger/better version).

Two flywheel and crank pumps at Hardwick, Cambs. They both have single throw shafts, but in order to double the pumping capacity have a crank disc fixed on one end of the shaft to drive a second operating rod, which is undoubtedly connected to a second underground working barrel. The gearing ratio is 3:1. Photographs by John Hurst - thanks, John. Markings: None. Manufacturer: Unk.

This one's identical to the one above but in much better condition, although it has lost its spout. Photographs by John Hurst - thanks, John. Markings: None. Manufacturer: Unk.

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