0-4-0 (B) shunter in India

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Associated text:  "Elephants were widely used instead of engines – due to engine shortage and easier maneuverability of elephants."

 

source:  http://oldphotosbombay.blogspot.com/2008/07/first-train-in-india-1853.html

 

Apparently elephants had a really high retirement age.