Extensive narrow gauge networks were constructed in many parts of the world for these purposes.
There was also a metre gauge network in Thessaly.
In 1963, the narrow gauge network in southern Tanganyika was shut down.
New districts were created and it became clear that the narrow gauge network was not able to cope with the increasing transport needs.
The operation of the narrow gauge network continued under the same conditions after the reorganization.
The class could also not lead on the Victorian standard gauge network due to the lack of suitable radio equipment.
There existed also a narrow gauge network to the hercules-monument.
Most counties in the European Union participate in a standard gauge network.
Although the narrow gauge network made very little profit, it was very important for the industrial development of Saxony.
The last steam locomotive in regular service on the standard gauge network was retired in 1978.