Hello ODK History Lovers

The Antelope was a 20 inch self-propelled, side-wheel reel mower sold here from the mid-1950s.
Made by the famous UK firm of Ransomes, Sims and Jefferies, it was the 'big brother' to the
18 inch Gazelle side-wheel.

This was a commercial-grade machine marketed to municipalities, golf courses and contractors.
They proved popular with golf courses in that they were especially suitable for mowing the backs of
bunkers and other steep inclined areas.

The Antelope was an enduring design, having been manufactured over four decades, with little change,
apart from different power units. Here is a 1960s specification when the Antelope was powered by
the famous BSA F12 'Sloper' engine.

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Here is the original Mark 1 Specification, reproduced from my c1954 Ransomes catalogue.
Note that the original engine was a Villiers Midget 2-stroke. Unlike the 18" Gazelle, the
Antelope would have a steel chassis and solid rubber wheels.

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TO BE CONTINUED ...