TQ3079 : Drive mechanism for the London Eye

taken 2 months ago, near to Lambeth, England

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Drive mechanism for the London Eye
Drive mechanism for the London Eye
The lorry tyres rotate with hydraulic motors, which connect to the wheel’s rim. These power units operate eight pairs of tyres, acting as friction rollers.

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TQ3079, 4341 images   (more nearby 🔍)
Photographer
Dave Croker   (more nearby)
Date Taken
Friday, 2 January, 2026   (more nearby)
Submitted
Thursday, 8 January, 2026
Subject Location
OSGB36: geotagged! TQ 3059 7996 [10m precision]
WGS84: 51:30.2097N 0:7.1924W
Camera Location
OSGB36: geotagged! TQ 3061 7993
View Direction
North-northwest (about 337 degrees)
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