Hong Kong Buses and Trams 1976-1997: The Final British Years

Hong Kong's bus and tram scene has been a source of fascination for transport enthusiasts. This book covers the changes in the last 21 years of British rule, including the decline of China Motor Bus Companys operations and the emergence of Citybus Limited. It also includes pictures of second-hand buses from British operators imported into Hong Kong from the 1970s onwards.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2023
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Hong Kong, a captivating destination for transport enthusiasts, has a rich history and a diverse transportation landscape. The city's bus and tram systems, primarily built by British companies, offer a unique blend of heritage and modernity. Hong Kong Tramways' 1920s-style tramcars transport visitors back in time while the predominantly British-built buses navigate the bustling streets of south China. This book delves into the changes that occurred in Hong Kong's bus and tram scene during the final twenty-one years of British rule. It explores the decline of the China Motor Bus Company and the emergence of Citybus Limited as major players. The book also showcases vehicles from the Kowloon Motor Bus Company, known as the world's largest privately owned bus company operating in a single city. It features depictions of Kowloon Motor Bus Company vehicles at various locations, including the New Territories. Additionally, it illustrates bus and light rail transit operations of the Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation, as well as buses from Argos Bus Services, the Motor Transport Company of Guangdong and Hong Kong, the New Lantao Bus Company, Public Light Buses, Stagecoach (Hong Kong) Limited, and the Peak Tramways Company. The book includes photographs of numerous second-hand buses from British operators, such as London Transport, Ribble, and Southdown, which were imported into Hong Kong in the 1970s and onwards. These buses add to the city's transportation heritage and provide a glimpse into the evolution of public transportation in Hong Kong. Whether you're a transport enthusiast or simply interested in the history and development of Hong Kong's transportation systems, this book offers a fascinating journey through time.

Weight: 310g
Dimension: 164 x 235 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445694856