New Zealand Locomotives

Take a ride back in time to the 1960s and view the transition from steam to diesel power on the New Zealand Government Railways.

Noted railway photographer Ron Harris takes us through this period with rare footage, audio recordings and photographs he produced when working as an engine driver for the railway.

We ride on the footplate of steam and diesel locomotives as they travel over now closed branch lines hauling fast freight and excursion specials.

This rare footage has been digitally converted from the original 8mm movie reel. All audio tracks have been specially prepared from analogue recordings made during the same period.

The many historical photographs and technical notes on steam locomotives make this video a must for every railfan. Climb aboard the time train.

Part of 'The Railway Collection' DVD series.