Anne Weber driving a large version walking mechanical elephant.

Anne Weber driving a large version "walking" mechanical elephant.49 sec - Feb 20, 2008Built in 1950 in Thaxted, England, this mechanimal was rebuilt in 1978-79 and used extensively in the Michigan area. The driver is 16 year-old Anne Weber. Through the power of an 8 hp English Ford engine, a three speed transmission, chains, levers, and hydraulic brakes on the wheels of the "feet", the body of the elephant moved above locked opposing wheels.