Stiff Legged Crane

The Stiff Legged Crane was manufactured by the American Hoist and Derrick Co. in St. Paul, Minnesota. The estimated shaft horse power is 20 when running with 100 PSI (Hobby Boiler Pressure).

Control barrels for the crane. From Left to Right “Boom Control”, “Lift Line”, unused, “Boom rotation”.

Crane “Barrels” – same as above but a slightly different angle

Crane Boom on Rest – The Boom is in it’s storage position on the Boom Rest.

Crane Central Vertical and Two Legs – This shows the central vertical with the rotation line at the bottom below the boom on the edge of the circular structure.

Manufacture Info and Serial Number

One of Two Power Pistons – The Crane has two steam power piston on either side at the back.

The following PDF is a book regarding this company.

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The Lake Region Steam School will take place June 27, 28 & 29. The first session will begin at 6:30 PM on Friday night and will conclude Sunday evening. The course will cover a variety of topics that will help prepare students to maintain and operate an engine under Minnesota state guidelines. The course will be a combination of classroom and hands on learning. The instructors will be from our show and the University of Rollag, which has held an annual steam school for a number of years. The registration cost is $25.00 for LRPTA members and $50.00 for non-members. To register contact Mark Johnson.