The difference between perfect light and no light is often just a matter of seconds. There was the potential for a magnificent glint shot shaping up here until just before the train arrived. With less than a minute to go, the track and train were engulfed by shadows, leaving only the exhaust illuminated.
The engines were QJ 6876 and QJ 7012 working and eastbound freight up the hill from Xiakengzi on 9 December 2003.