The differences between the "small" Mallet 440 08 (built in 1915) and the larger 442 59 (built in 1938) can clearly be seen on this picture. The 440 08 has since been restored to working order.
Three classes of steam locomotive still exist today in Eritrea and they are all shown in this picture. The small 0-4-0 tank engines of the 202 class were the standard shunter locomotives of the sy... (more)
Massawa is a port on the Red Sea and the temperature there is always very high combined with a high humidity. Therefore, the best place to stay is in the hotel room with the air condition or in th... (more)
The Mallet 442-54 hauling a short freight train has left the Nefasit station a few minutes ago. After a 180 degree turn the train is seen on the opposite side of the village on its way to Asmara.