HFF Harbin Manchuria China 20th October 1983

Steam on the Chinese main lines was still commonplace way back in autumn 1983 & I spent 3 weeks on a Railway Transport & Photography tour savouring it.

These China Railways QJ 2-10-2 locomotives add their contributions to the general early morning fug hanging over Harbin engine shed as they are prepared for the road.

HFF to everyone. Have a cracking weekend!

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Annemarie said:

wish you a nice Friday and weekend!

9 hours ago

Roger (Grisly) said:

Nicely framed and superbly atmospheric capture, Pete!
HFF and a good weekend!

7 hours ago

tiabunna said:

This would have been a fascinating railway tour. A great image with plenty of steam and smoke, Pete, HFF and have a great weekend.

6 hours ago

Herb Riddle said:

A fine capture here from the 80's in China reminding us of earlier years in Britain too. Thanks for sharing. Well done.

HFF, enjoy the weekend. Herb

5 hours ago

Ecobird said:

Well framed and captured Pete. A lovely glimpse into the Chinese early world of steam. The tour must have been fascinating and you must also have had the chance to experience some of the other aspects of life and culture over there

HFF and best wishes Carol

5 hours ago