Richard Hornsby & Sons
Engine and machinery manufacturer in Grantham, Lincolnshire, England from 1828 until 1918 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Richard Hornsby & Sons?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
Richard Hornsby & Sons was an engine and machinery manufacturer in Grantham, Lincolnshire, England from 1828 until 1918. The company was a pioneer in the manufacture of the oil engine developed by Herbert Akroyd Stuart, which was marketed under the Hornsby-Akroyd name. The company developed an early track system for vehicles, selling the patent to Holt & Co. (predecessor to Caterpillar Inc.) in America. In 1918, Richard Hornsby & Sons became a subsidiary of the neighbouring engineering firm Rustons of Lincoln, to create Ruston & Hornsby.
This article needs additional citations for verification. (February 2010) |
Quick Facts Company type, Industry ...
Company type | Private |
---|---|
Industry | Agricultural engineering |
Founded | 1828 |
Founder | Richard Hornsby |
Defunct | 1918 |
Fate | Taken over |
Successor | Ruston & Hornsby |
Headquarters | Grantham, Lincolnshire |
Products | Engines, traction engines |
Number of employees | 3000 |
Close