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A Compendium of New South Wales Steam Locomotives offers a comprehensive and meticulously researched record of the steam-powered engines that served the New South Wales Department of Railways from 1855 until the end of the steam era. Compiled by Alex Grunbach with the support of the Australian Railway Historical Society, this volume acts as an essential reference for railway enthusiasts. It provides detailed technical specifications, operational notes, and historical context for the diverse range of locomotives that navigated the challenging topography of the colony—from steep mountain gradients to expansive, arid plains.
Through a wealth of archival data, diagrams, and rare photographs, the book captures the evolution of motive power, detailing the transition from early, smaller engines to the powerful AD60 Garratts. It explores the engineering constraints of a developing agricultural economy and celebrates the resilience of the machinery that defined a century of transport history. This definitive guide is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the significant role of steam traction in shaping the industrial and geographical development of New South Wales.
Used (good, see images, some yellowing and some cover wear) Softcover ISBN 0909650276
