THE British brought the railway in 1896 to reach the fertile hinterland that produced agricultural products, such as tobacco and eventually fruit as well as rubber.
Along the Beaufort-Tenom track, passengers get to see the Saliwangan Baru, Halogilat, Rayoh and Pangie stations before reaching Tenom.
The train comprises of three carriages, including the main one with the driver, and two other carriages behind it. These two carriages are simple affairs of a few seats with open windows. There is no air- conditioning. – June 27, 2019.
Passengers enjoying the view along the Beaufort-Tenom track. Passengers get to see the Saliwangan Baru, Halogilat, Rayoh and Pangie stations before reaching Tenom. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.There are many small platforms which allow the train to drop and pick-up passengers along the way to Tenom. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.Mahad Rozian, 70, from Batu 58 Beaufort is a retired technician from Borneo Train. He is one of the regular passengers as the trip brings back so many old memories. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.A passengers plays with dogs while waiting for next train at Halogilat station. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.A diesel locomotive with only two coaches at the final stretch to Tenom from Halogilat station. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.At Halogilat station, passengers are requested to board a different diesel locomotive with only two coaches as the final stretch to Tenom requires a lighter train to tackle the winding tracks that run parallel with Sg Padas. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.The last ‘coach’ was once a cargo wagon but is now put to use for passengers. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.Sabah State Railway, formerly known as the North Borneo Railway, is the only railway on the island of Borneo. It’s a piece of colonial history, an unusual and adventurous train ride that is worth experiencing. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.Passengers using the last coach which allows them to carry more stuff along. This wagon enables them to bring on board bags of rice, trays of eggs and even cooking gas cylinders. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.A local water-rafting trainer sitting at the last passenger ‘coach’ for the next station near Sg Padas. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.A view of Pangi dam from the rear of the train. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.An old factory near the railway track used for the rubber industry and owned by Sapong Estate since the British era. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.Passengers waiting for the train at Tenom station. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.The North Borneo Railway features a British Vulcan steam locomotive. The engine is designed for wood burning, a costly yet environmentally friendlier form of steam. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.The engine is designed for wood burning, a costly yet environmentally friendlier form of steam. It has been refurbished to create the colonial days of the British in North Borneo. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Irwan Majid, June 27, 2019.
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