1997 facsimile reprint of an 1897 book demonstrating the economic superiority of narrow gauge railways. Much of the book is focused on the Barsi Light Railway in India, the first of several 2' 6" gauge railways that eventually served the Indian sub-continent. Mr. Calthrop, who was also involved with the Leek & Manifold Valley Railway, here argues that this narrow gauge was ideal for carrying maximum tonnage at a minimum cost, utilizing a common axle loading of five tons for both locomotives and rolling stock. Illustrated with black and white photos. 34 pages.
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Seller: Martin Bott Bookdealers Ltd, Felixstowe, United Kingdom
Card. Condition: VG. 1st Thus. Reprint of Calthrops original paper of 1897 describing the narrow guage Barsi Light Railway in India, designed by him, elements of whose design he included in the Leek & Manifold Railway. 34pp. VG copy in card covers. Seller Inventory # 008074
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Seller: NIGEL BIRD BOOKS, Tregaron, United Kingdom
Soft cover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. 34pp ills.facsimile edition of a paper by E R Calthrop on the Hundreth Anniversary of its first publication in 1897.Card covers, fine. Seller Inventory # 044236
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Seller: Mispah books, Redhill, SURRE, United Kingdom
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Very Good. Dust Jacket may NOT BE INCLUDED.CDs may be missing. SHIPS FROM MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. book. Seller Inventory # ERICA829187198033X4
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