On Rimutaka Railway between Wellington and Masterton. Gradient 1 in 12 and average 1 in 15, 1885
Scope and Contents
152 x 203 mm. A view looking along the line towards the Wairarapa portal of the Summit Tunnel. A point of interest is the central gripping rail used on the Fell Incline to cope with the steep gradient. See also New Zealand Postcards 36-39 and 217.
Dates
- Creation: 1885
Creator
- From the Fonds: Elsy, R, fl1880 - 1889 (Person)
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
fading in from edges
Date information
DateText: The date is approximate..
Finding aid date
2016-08-09 15:21:53+00:00
Geographic
Repository Details
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