Lukas Nel and his team have now begun the descaling process on the boiler and outer firebox of 113. This is a massive task with both tubeplates requiring normal repairs. This will keep the team busy for some time to come. Our pictures show the guys hard at work deep inside the boiler.
The Angolan locos – a rescue mission
A new boiler for Sena Sugar Estates, Mozambique, “Feldbahn” 0-8-0TT No. 2
NGG13 number 49 and NG15 number 17
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