On the 17th of November we covered trains along the Midland line between Christchurch and Greymouth. Firstly we chased the TranzAlpine passenger train from Springfield to Greymouth, where we then chased small freight train 826 back to Christchurch.
At the time the video was shot the line through the Buller Gorge to Westport was still closed due to a huge slip, meaning limited traffic along the Midland Line due to the bulk of West Coast's freight coming from Ngakawau with its large 2000 tonne coal trains. As of now the Buller Gorge has been reopened and trains have resumed as normal.
The Midland Line has some of the most scenic views in New Zealand's Rail network and accompanied by the loud roar of the DX Class locomotives that run it, makes for some spectacular sights. So turn up the speakers to hear the sounds of the might DX.
Also apologies for any camera shake and wind noise. It was a 4 seasons in a day type deal!