Ex-DHR B class 0-4-0ST #789 with a train of empty wagons en route for Tipong colliery. The colliery bought four B class locos in the late 1960's/early 1970's which were subject to a major rebuild (new chimneys, dome fittings, cabs etc.). Two, #789 and #79

Bagnall 0-4-0ST 'David' (works number 2132 of 1924) taking water (and overfilling!) at Tipong Colliery. 2004-03-23.

A night shot of David (Bagnall number 2132 of 1924) standing outside the engine shed at Tipong Colliery. 2004-03-23.

Another night shot of Bagnall 0-4-0ST 'David' (works number 2132 of 1924) at Tipong Colliery. 2004-03-23

Two loaded wagons running off the bottom of a cable incline at Tipong Colliery. We were warned to stand well clear of the track as the wagons descended. We soon found out why! About 100 feet before the bottom the wagons were stopped, the cable brake was r

Bagnall 0-4-0ST 'David' (works number 2132 of 1924) brings a short train of loaded wagons across the bridge over the Tipong Nadi river. The bridge is too lightly constructed for the B class locos to cross - and is used only by David and a small diesel whi

Bagnall 0-4-0ST 'David' and B class 0-4-0ST #789 standing outside the engine shed at Tipong Colliery. 2004-03-24.

In the best evening light a train is approaching the tunnel near the end of the line. Bernd Seiler, 1997.

Last checks before leaving for Tipong - 1. Bernd Seiler, 1997.

Last checks before leaving for Tipong - 2. Bernd Seiler, 1997.

Last checks before leaving for Tipong - 3. Bernd Seiler, 1997

A train of empties returns towards the colliery. On its way it can be seen passing a pedestrian bridge. Bernd Seiler, 1997.

The train of empties passes a small temple on its way back to the colliery. Bernd Seiler, 1997.

In the early morning you may see some steam in the cool valley, but later it gets too warm for any steam exhaust. The riverbed has been thoroughly disturbed by construction equipment. Bernd Seiler, 1997.

B 789 gets its feet wet at the Tipong colliery but nobody seems to care. Bernd Seiler, 1997.