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| Weight | 30 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 81.3 × 14 × 81.3 cm |
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Cast Iron Geared Wheel 32″ Diameter
£170.00 Excl. VAT
Antique Cast Iron Geared Wheels
Add authentic industrial character to your home, garden, or commercial project with these antique cast iron geared wheels. These substantial reclaimed wheels are original pieces of historic machinery and make striking architectural salvage features. As a result, they remain highly sought after for garden and interior design, making eye catching feature pieces.
Dimensions- Dia. 32″ x W5 1/2″ (Dia. 81.3cm x W14cm)
Please note, due to the nature of production, the age of the items and process of reclamation, there are likely to be imperfections and wear marks.
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Description
Antique Cast Iron Geared Wheels – 32 Inch Diameter
Add authentic industrial character to your home, garden, or commercial project with these antique cast iron geared wheels. Measuring 32 inches in diameter, these substantial reclaimed wheels are original pieces of historic machinery and make striking architectural salvage features. As a result, these wheels remain highly sought after for garden and interior design.
Dimensions and Construction
- Diameter: 32 inches
- Material: Solid cast iron
- Type: Geared machinery wheels
- Condition: Reclaimed antique industrial components
Each wheel features a central geared hub with internal gear teeth, indicating that it once formed part of a drive or braking mechanism. Additionally, the exceptionally wide tread incorporates raised cleats, a design commonly associated with agricultural equipment intended for use on soft ground.
Historic Agricultural Machinery
These reclaimed cast iron wheels are believed to have originated from agricultural machinery rather than factory equipment. The geared hub and cleated tread suggest they provide traction and mechanical power transfer in soft ground and demanding outdoor environments. Moreover, the 4 inch tread width is designed to ride on top of muddy fields and not sink in.
As original machinery components, they offer a genuine connection to Britain’s industrial and agricultural heritage.
Condition and Restoration Potential
Despite their age, these cast iron wheels remain exceptionally robust. Indeed, surface oxidation has created an attractive aged patina that enhances their character while helping to protect the underlying metal.
Furthermore, the wheels can be left in their current condition for an authentic industrial appearance or cleaned and restored to suit a specific design project.
Decorative and Architectural Uses
These highly versatile, antique geared wheels are adaptable for a variety of projects, including:
- Industrial-style garden features
- Architectural salvage displays
- Bespoke garden tables
- Feature wall installations
- Commercial interior design schemes
- Rustic landscaping projects
- Custom gates and entrance features
Moreover, their scale, weight, and historic appearance make them ideal statement pieces for both traditional and contemporary settings.
Why Choose Reclaimed Cast Iron?
Reclaimed cast iron offers both environmental and aesthetic benefits. Reusing historic materials helps reduce demand for new metal production while preserving craftsmanship from a bygone era.
Unlike modern reproductions, genuine antique cast iron features display authentic wear, original manufacturing details, and unique character developed over decades of use.
Architectural Salvage at Watling Reclamation
These antique cast iron geared wheels form part of our extensive stock of reclaimed agricultural equipment, industrial salvage, and architectural antiques. We regularly source unique cast iron features, machinery components, gates, garden ornaments, and reclaimed building materials for domestic and commercial projects.
