A welcome addition to the N gauge range, the Ivatt class 2MT (mixed traffic) 2-6-0 moguls were introduced by the LMS after WW2 as replacements for the 50+ year-old locomotives in use on many branch lines.
The Graham Farish model has been carefully designed with a new tiny-sized motor which fits inside the boiler. This allows for locomotive drive while retaining a very high level of detailing and an open appearance to the cab.
This model is finished in the attractive BR lined green livery, which seemed to suit these small tender engines well.
These modern steam locomotives provided crews with an economical, free steaming and smooth running engine. The tenders were equipped with cab back sections to provide tank engine comfort while running in reverse, but with the increased water and coal capacity.
Adopted as a standard type by British Railways 128 of these locomotives were built at Crewe (LMS) Darlington (LNER) and Swindon (GWR) works between 1946 and 1953. 65 of the near-identical BR design were built from 1953 with a slightly revised cab outline and standard fittings.
DCC Ready. 6-pin decoder required for DCC operation.