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Wright brothers launching dolly. This example dates from 1909, but is similar to all Wright launching dollies, including the one used in 1903. The dolly from 1903 does not exist.

Display Status

This object is on display in Wright Brothers & The Invention of the Aerial Age at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

Wright Brothers & The Invention of the Aerial Age

Object Details

Country of Origin

United States of America

Type

EQUIPMENT-Miscellaneous

Manufacturer

Wright Brothers, Dayton, Ohio

Physical Description

wooden dolly, painted gray,1909. Dimensions: 81-1/2in. long, 18-1/2in. wide;

Dimensions

3-D: 207 × 47 × 13.5cm (81 1/2 × 18 1/2 × 5 5/16 in.)

Materials

Main crossmembers: Wood & coating
Wheels: Metal

Inventory Number

A19610049000

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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