29/05/2026
Something a bit unusual but still very much British - today I’ve been co-piloting this 1912 Aveling and Porter steam roller!
My stepdad restored it himself and drives it to local steam rallies.
To answer common questions:
- What MPG does it get? …yes
- What’s the top speed? 4MPH or so
- Why not put it on a low loader? That’d be cheating, and where’s the fun in that
- How much does it weigh? About 13 tonnes from memory
If you’re bored over the weekend and live in the North West of England, Heskin steam rally is well worth a visit. Last year there were several Rover 75s present too!
~Mat