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A West Coast Engineman
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Discover the captivating world of New Zealand's steam railways in the 1960s with 'A West Coast Engineman' by Ian Tibbles. This beautifully bound hardback edition features 251 pages that delve into the golden age of steam, following Tibbles' journey from a novice laborer to an experienced fireman at Greymouth's Elmer Lane depot. Immerse yourself in tales of iconic locomotives like the A, Ab, B, J, Wf, and Ww class engines as they traverse stunning West Coast routes. Every chapter is rich with details about the daily operations of New Zealand Railways, including the challenging terrains of the Grey Valley, Blackball branch, and the famous Otira line. The journey spans diverse experiences, from narrow grate engines to the 'modern' J class, providing enthusiasts with a comprehensive glimpse into railroading history. Enhanced by 163 black and white photos and 99 captivating colour photos, this book is an essential for any rail enthusiast or collector of steam railway literature. Experience the nostalgia and adventure of a bygone era, and discover why ‘A West Coast Engineman’ is a treasured addition to any railway library.
Author: Ian Tibbles Publisher: New Zealand Railway & Locomotive Society
Bind: hardback
Pages: 251
Publication Date: 10-04-2015
Signing on at Greymouth's Elmer Lane depot in 1962, a young Ian Tibbles very quickly learnt the mysteries of "the dark shed". Graduating from labourer to cleaner and then fireman, his apprenticeship takes us on a journey about the West Coast in the 1960's, the golden age of steam. Starting on the wharf and local shunts on Wf's Ian moved onto the main lines, then populated with A, Ab, B, J, We and Ww class engines. Sharing his firing experiences, Ian recounts throughout the chapters what it was like "getting down the road" on the various lines and classes of engine. The vagaries of narrow grate engines through to the "modern" J class are all discussed. managing transfer to various depots on the Coast, Ian recounts his time on all the West Coast lines. The Grey Valley, Blackball branch, Ross line, relieving Reefton, the Tawhai saddle, Reefton to Westport, the Westport to Mokihinui coal railway, Conns Creek branch, Rewanui incline and of course blasting up to Otira on the J class, are all vividly recounted. Complementing the text is a lavish selection of black and white and colour images from the era. Without doubt, this is a book for lovers of NZR steam in the 60s. 163 b&w photos + 99 colour photos
Author: Ian Tibbles Publisher: New Zealand Railway & Locomotive Society
Bind: hardback
Pages: 251
Publication Date: 10-04-2015
Signing on at Greymouth's Elmer Lane depot in 1962, a young Ian Tibbles very quickly learnt the mysteries of "the dark shed". Graduating from labourer to cleaner and then fireman, his apprenticeship takes us on a journey about the West Coast in the 1960's, the golden age of steam. Starting on the wharf and local shunts on Wf's Ian moved onto the main lines, then populated with A, Ab, B, J, We and Ww class engines. Sharing his firing experiences, Ian recounts throughout the chapters what it was like "getting down the road" on the various lines and classes of engine. The vagaries of narrow grate engines through to the "modern" J class are all discussed. managing transfer to various depots on the Coast, Ian recounts his time on all the West Coast lines. The Grey Valley, Blackball branch, Ross line, relieving Reefton, the Tawhai saddle, Reefton to Westport, the Westport to Mokihinui coal railway, Conns Creek branch, Rewanui incline and of course blasting up to Otira on the J class, are all vividly recounted. Complementing the text is a lavish selection of black and white and colour images from the era. Without doubt, this is a book for lovers of NZR steam in the 60s. 163 b&w photos + 99 colour photos
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