Train MP 5 from Auckland to Tauranga approaches the underpass of downtown Hamilton. In the distance is the distinctive volcanic landmark Mt Pirongia. The DL class was built by Dallian Locomotive CNR in China from 2010 to 2014.
Trains on 3' 6" (1.067m) track from Whangarei to Bluff with virtually heritage rebuilt EMD and GE locomotives still the mainstay power. The network was privatized in 1990's and operated by Toll until 2008 when state owned KiwiRail was established.