1896 Daimler Truck Replica

THE WORLD’S FIRST TRUCK

Gottlieb Damiler built the world’s first truck in 1896. The two cylinder, four horse power engine was designed to run on gas, coal gas and lamp fuel. Its first job was delivering beer kegs to taverns in England. This overly enhanced replica is available to museums and private collectors alike. Call for pricing.

Watch as Bill Eggers and the 1896 Daimler Truck Replica goes to Mecum Auctions at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg on July 30, 2015. Clip courtesy of NBCSN.

Image of 1896 Daimler Truck on the Right Side

Overly enhanced custom replication of the 1896 Daimler Truck.

Image of left side of 1896 Daimler Truck

Image of a sign describing 1896 Daimler Truck

This is the photo of the original truck.

To see the 1896 Daimler Truck in action, enjoy the video below.

1839 Macmillan Replica

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THE FIRST MECHANICAL BICYCLE

The first mechanical bicycle was invented by Kirkpatric Macmillan, a Scottish blacksmith who lived from 1812 to 1878. Macmillan’s contraption had a wood frame and iron rimmed wooden wheels. The front wheel which provided limited steering, was approximately 30 inches and the rear was 40 inches, attached to pedals via connecting rods. It weighed around 60 pounds.

Bill Eggers: Image of 1839 Macmillan Replica - Pedal

Bill Eggers: Image of 1839 Macmillan Replica - Left Side

Bill Eggers: Image of 1839 Macmillan Replica - Rear Wheel

Bill Eggers: Image of 1839 Macmillan Replica - Seat

Bill Eggers: Image of 1839 Macmillan Replica - Head

Bill Eggers: Image of 1839 Macmillan Replica - Spokes

Bill Eggers: Image of 1839 Macmillan Replica - Front

Bill Eggers: Image of 1839 Macmillan Replica - Top

Bill Eggers: Image of 1839 Macmillan Replica - Sign

1820 Draisene Replica

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THE FIRST STEERABLE BICYCLE

Also called Laufmachine (running machine). This machine was invented by the German Baron Karl Von Drais in Manhein, Germany around 1817. Being the first means of transport to make use of the two wheel principle. The Laufmachine is regarded as the archetype of the bicycle. This Draisene is on display at the Kurpfälzisches Museum in Heidelburg, Germany.

Bill Eggers: Image of 1820 Draisene Replica - Left - Rear View

Bill Eggers: Image of 1820 Draisene Replica - Bike with Sign

Bill Eggers: Image of 1820 Draisene Replica - Sign

Bill Eggers: Image of 1820 Draisene Replica - Handle Bars

Bill Eggers: Image of 1820 Draisene Replica - Seat

Bill Eggers: Image of 1820 Draisene Replica - Left Side - Close Up

Bill Eggers: Image of 1820 Draisene Replica - Left Side - Full

Bill Eggers: Image of 1820 Draisene Replica - Left Side

1790 Celerifere Replica

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THE FIRST BICYCLE EVER MADE

Monsieur Sivrac of France invented this bicycle made completely of wood. This was a very rough device and had no pedals, handle bars or any other parts of today’s modern bicycle. This bicycle could not be turned and could only be driven straight. It was revolutionary in its time.