Nzr steam locomotives books

Along the way we are informed about the basic structure of the nzr numbering system and the variations made over the years. Sylvester, an eminent engineer, studied the working of steam locomotives in the collieries of the north east and concluded that the highpressure locomotive was the most economical form of power. The new zealand dx class locomotive is a class of 49 coco dieselelectric locomotives that currently operates on new zealands national railway network built by general electric in erie, pennsylvania, united states, 2 they were introduced to new zealand between 1972 and 1976. It is a surprise to me that the first pacific was built for nzr. Built by the north british locomotive works, although designed to work on the lighter secondary lines the class was frequently used on mainline express passenger trains as well as freight.

I just read about the worlds first true pacific 462. Books page 7 of 8 the national railway museum of new zealand. Later, when the early demand for diesel locomotives to replace steam tapered. Although the company was very successful as the largest producer of steam locomotives, its transition to the production of diesels was far less so. Overseas and wholesale postage costs supplied on request. Available from nationwide book distributors ltd, nz. In 1965 there were still 317 steam locomotives, but more than 350 diesels including 159 mainline dieselelectrics, 50 railcars and 28 electrics. Currently having work associated with a major boiler survey and minor mechanical repairs done. Ordered from the avonside engine company in 1874, the locomotives were of the double fairlie type and were the first britishbuilt locomotives to feature walschaerts valve gear.

This comprehansive record of the steam locomotives that served with the new zealand railways from 1863 to 1971 is presented in the way that identifies each locomotive by its official nzr number and class, type. New zealand railway and locomotive society otago branch, dunedin, 1974. Register of new zealand railways steam locomotives 18631971 by lloyd w g and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Two a class locomotives of 1906 are preserved, being a 423 at glenbrook vintage railway and a 428 operational at weka pass railway. Stories abound regarding the steam locomotive and what made them special. Restored to main line standard, certification lapsed. Brochure showing three of the preserved locomotives at ferrymead historic park. The distinctive and innovative garratt steam locomotives which performed well in a number of countries were rated to be one of the most successfull articilated designs, which aimed at increasing hauling power.

All new zealand s mainline locomotives narrow gauge of 3ft 6in 1,067mm. New zealand workshops had produced the successful w and wa tank locomotives and the 460 u class. Previously on static display at te awamutu railway museum, leased to mainline steam. The steam locomotive collection spans half a century of new zealand steam locomotive development. Locomotives of new zealand is a complete list of all locomotive classes that operate or have operated on new zealands national railway network. The nzr j class steam locomotives were a type of 482 steam locomotive built for the new zealand railways department nzr and used on the new zealand railway network. More than 710 scale dimensioned drawings of new zealand locomotives, railcars, passenger cars, goods wagons and brake vans are included in this list.

The nzr a b class was a class of 462 pacific tender steam locomotive that operated on new zealands national railway system. Between 1863 and 1971 the steam locomotive was the best known part of railways, and these steel kings of the steel road touched everyones lives. It does not include locomotives used on private industrial lines or bush tramways. This noteworthy book covers the development and operation of the nzr steam locomotive. The nzr steam locomotive page 1 of 10 items national. They had inside frames and journals on both pony trucks.

Locomotives that did not receive a classification by nzr and steam railcars are also covered. Oo scale hornby r3767 early br a1a1x class terrier closing on sunday, 16 feb. The nzr k a class of 1939 was a class of mixed traffic 484 steam locomotives that operated on new zealands railway network. In 1901 the nzr produced the high level design of the worlds first production pacific wheel arrangement, the q. If you are the publisher, author or distributor for this item, please visit this link. The nzr steam locomotive by sean millar wheelers books. The block of numbers 501 to 550 were reserved by pwd, whilst numbers 1500 and 551 onward were nzr locomotives. When the wmr was taken over by the nzr in 1908, they were included in the v class. A most intriguing report says o s nock who wrote the jacket blurb. By the late 1870s there was a distinct need for a powerful type of locomotive to operate the steep section of the main south line between dunedin and oamaru. Recognising the unique facets of this isolated rail system, this project seeks to enhance and expand coverage wherever possible while fostering closer communication between participants. Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from wikipedia or other free sources online. You can browse the records for all of new zealands preserved railway stock by entering a search term into the search box below and selecting which type of data you wish to search in, or by selecting an entire category of rolling stock from the sections displayed beneath the search box.

We have new and used copies available, in 0 edition starting at. With a total of 146 locomotives, the da class was the most numerous class of locomotives to operate in new zealand. In later years, this agreement with new zealand railways department was given flexibility. Post free on orders for two or more books, any selection. A celebration of the building, maintaining and operating the north island main trunk railway from the days of steam through the diesel electric and electric locomotives. The nzr steam locomotive, sean millar shop online for. Steam incorporated, often abbreviated to steam inc. Cc1, shay locomotive, engerth locomotive, zwillinge, mason bogie, climax locomotive, meyer locomotive, du bousquet locomotive, heisler locomotive, articulated locomotive, 28882, golwe. The nzr garratt story by e j macclare shop for books. Garratt, sr leader class, fairlie locomotive, cie no.

All nzr classes are featured from their formative years through to final development. Dec 15, 2012 books on railway history invariably start with the stephensons or with richard trevithicks locomotive of 1804. Three preserved nzr steam locomotives paperback december 31, 1988 by g. New zealand railway and locomotive society, wellington, 1978. Frateschi nzr dc diesel locomotive in new zealand rail colours.

An identification key to nzr steam locomotives classes philip wrigley. They could be fired with any light fuel including wood and were very slightly heavier than the nzr version. Welcome to the new zealand railways nzr wikiproject. It does not include locomotives used on bush tramways all new zealands mainline locomotives narrow gauge of 3ft 6in 1,067mm. Welcome to the home of the new zealand rolling stock register. The nzr b class of 1874 was the first of two steam locomotive classes to be designated as b by the railways department that then oversaw new zealands national rail network the second b class was introduced in 1899. They were built after the success of the k class to meet the increasing traffic demands of the new zealand railways department. Locomotives of new zealand is a complete list of all locomotive classes that operate or have operated in new zealands railway network. As the success of the k class demonstrated the suitability of american locomotives to new zealands railways, an order was placed with the baldwin locomotive works in 1879 for six 280 tender locomotives.

Download pdf garrattlocomotives free online new books. Unlike some societies who operate on preserved sections of closed branch lines e. Number builder builders number year built arrived at mainline steam notes. Early locomotives were imported, mainly from britain and the united states, until the nzr established its own erection workshops at several sites. The nzr steam locomotive books this title is unavailable for purchase as none of our regular suppliers have stock available. Nz locos steam nz shunters nz shunters industrial nz dmus rail motors nz emus nz carriages nz guards vans. This is a history of the steam locomotives owned by. It does not include locomotives used on bush tramways. This is a history of the steam locomotives owned by new zealands national railway system. Not forgotten are the country stations, refreshment rooms, goods yards and passenger trains. In 1954 nzr had 647 steam locomotives, compared to 71 diesel and electric machines. The detail design and production of the q was completed in an impressively short time by the baldwin locomotive works in the u.

Books on railway history invariably start with the stephensons or with richard trevithicks locomotive of 1804. The nzr steam locomotive page 1 of 2 items national. Pdf download garratt locomotives free unquote books. New zealand dx class locomotive project gutenberg self. Bringing together latter day research on individual classes, sean millar incorporates much previously unpublished material. The nzr steam locomotive, sean millar shop online for books. Steam locomotive weka built in 1876 later p class, nzr 59. Locomotive fleet numbers came into effect in the 1905 financial year. For more details, including postage costs, please tap or click on cover image. Along with six ex nzr steam locomotives also based at paekakariki is an ex rhodesian railways garratt locomotive. Download pdf garrattlocomotives free online new books in. Register new zealand railways steam locomotives 1863 1971. Mainline steam list of nz locomotives list nz locomotives. Steam locomotive with logs, on a bridge over the arnold river at kokiri, 190030.

This project was established to facilitate cooperation with regards to wikipedias coverage of new zealands national railway network. Wiki says baldwin built 111 steam locomotives for nzr and the wmr since 1879. The nzr garratt story by mcclare, e j and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. They are offered in convenient sets at modest prices. The locomotives had one weakness in their frames, just behind the cylinders.

The class is based on the general electric u26c model, a narrowgauge version of the ge u23c model. The nzr da class was a class of dieselelectric mainline locomotives that ran on the new zealand national railways system between 1955 and 1989. Kiwirail operates 148 dieselelectric locomotives, 15 electric locomotives. But british companies were the top suppliers all along. A great book for all interested in railways and new zealand history. The transition from steam to diesel took from 1949 to 1971. Interesting mention is made of average annual mileages run by the various classes, and the running cost per mile travelled. The locomotives first appeared with distinctive streamlining, mainly to hide their acfi feedwater heater systems. The baldwin locomotive works was an american builder of railroad locomotives. Preserved diesel locomotives, preserved electric locomotives, preserved steam locomotives, nzr tr class by llc books creator online at alibris. Steam locomotives te ara encyclopedia of new zealand. It was originally located in philadelphia, and later moved to nearby eddystone, pennsylvania. Nz locos steam nz shunters nz shunters industrial nz dmus rail motors nz emus nz carriages nz guards vans nz tampers etm nz wagon classes b family 4 wheel tank c family hoppers bogie ddgt bogie motor car.