De Sweachmermolen, Langweer
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De Sweachmermolen is a smock mill between Langweer and Boornzwaag, Friesland, Netherlands which was built in 1782. The mill has two functions: it is a drainage mill and a corn mill. It has been restored to working order as a drainage mill and is listed as a Rijksmonument, number 13241.[1]
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De Sweachmermolen, Langweer | |
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Origin | |
Mill name | De Swechmermolen |
Mill location | Boarnsweachsterdyk 3, 8525 EA Langweer |
Coordinates | 52°57′37″N 5°43′55″E |
Operator(s) | Stichting Langweerder Molen |
Year built | 1782 |
Information | |
Purpose | Drainage mill and corn mill |
Type | Smock mill |
Storeys | Three-storey smock |
Base storeys | Two-storey base |
No. of sails | Four sails |
Type of sails | Common sails |
Windshaft | Cast iron |
Winding | Tailpole and winch |
Auxiliary power | Electric motor |
No. of pairs of millstones | One pair |
Type of pump | Archimedes' screw |
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