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Excelsior. 6nhp Showman's Engine. No 3878. Built 1921. Reg No: BT 3997
1921 Supplied new to Robert Payne of Beverley, Yorkshire
1931 Bought by Arnold Brothers of Cowes who named it Island Chief
WWII Hauled heavy guns
1949 Bought by farmer in Hampshire for agricultural work
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