Java 1973
On another tour organized by David Thornhill of "World Steam", I was able to visit Java, Malaysia and Singapore in 1973, when there were some incredibly ancient steam locomotives still in use as well as more modern traction. As with many places, the history of Indonesian Railways is pretty complicated, suffice to say that at the time of my visit the railways were run by PNKA (Perusahaan Negara Kereta Api), Indonesian State Railways, and the lines were 3' 6" gauge. There were also a couple of 2 foot gauge lines and many narrow gauge lines around the sugar mills. Here are a few photos for starters - more will be added as time permits.
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PNKA No. B50 11, Madiun Street, 24th July 1973
PNKA Class B50 2-4-0 No. B50 11 trundles along the main street in Madiun with a mixed train for Slahung, adding somewhat to the already chaotic nature of the traffic, though the local population seem to take it in their stride! This was the 14:15 departure from the main station. Tuesday 24th July 1973.
Ardan Nugroho
on April 19, 2020Dear Mr. Geoff Plumb,
Thanks for sharing rare picture of Elteha Busjawbreaker
on May 9, 2013It nice blog,....thanks for share your collection. great job.
Nurachman
on January 24, 2013really nice photo! full color
Ressa
on June 5, 2012Dear Geoff,
I think your one of the proof the existence of Indonesian Railway especially for Steam Loco.
Many-many thanks to you.
Greetings from Indonesian Railfans