Castlefield in Manchester in Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

Two Cylinder Crossley Engine

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, September 14, 2026

1. Two Cylinder Crossley Engine Marker

Inscription. To obtain more power and a smoother running engine, it was common practice to use two or more engines and connect them with one crankshaft. By this means more working strokes per revolution are obtained, giving a steadier output speed. This is necessary when driving electric generators, as this engine did, which in turn gives a steady output voltage — so avoiding variations in power and lighting levels.

Originally used as gas engine and driven by gas made from sawdust. This engine was later converted to use diesel fuel. It remained in service until the 1970s.

Presented by Crossley Brothers, Timber Merchants, Blackpool.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Science & Medicine.

Location. 53° 28.606′ N, 2° 15.26′ W. Marker is in Manchester, England, in Greater Manchester. It is in Castlefield. It is on Lower Byrom Street north of Liverpool Road, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 5 Lower Byrom Street, Manchester, England M3 4FJ, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Regionally,

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this marker is in North West England.

Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Campfield Markets & Fairs / Liverpool Road (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Roman Manchester / Welcome to Castlefield (about 120 meters away); The Goods Office / 1830 Viaduct (about 120 meters away); The North Gate / Roman Settlement in Manchester (about 120 meters away); Western Wall & Roman Granary (about 120 meters away); John Owens (about 120 meters away); The Roman Fort (about 150 meters away); Castlefield (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manchester.

Also see . . . Crossley Brothers: 'World famous for gas engines' (Science & Industry Museum).

One of their most important manufacturers was Crossley Brothers of Manchester. By 1889, Crossley had sold 30,000 gas engines and they could be found
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, September 14, 2026

2. Two Cylinder Crossley Engine Marker
The marker and device are located near the entrance to the Science & Industry Museum.
across the world, but how did this company become 'world famous for gas engines'?

(Submitted on November 7, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)

Credits. This page was last revised on November 7, 2026. It was originally submitted on November 7, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 7, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.