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The first 2-6-0, or Mogul, appeared in France about 1841 but it was not until the 1860s when North American builders began turning out Moguls in large quantities, that the type came into its own in the United States and Canada as a general service locomotive. Between 1860 and 1910, no fewer than 11,000 Moguls were built. The Mogul followed the 4-4-0 American to fill the need for more power. Like its full size counterpart, our Mogul is very powerful for its size and weight. We have pulled 15 adults up 2% grades. The rail system in America was originally designed with curves that suited the short wheel base American. The larger Mogul needed larger radius curves so the flange was removed from the center drive wheels. Our model also has the option of "blind" center drivers. Such attention to detail is typical of this fine locomotive. The cast cab and running boards have detail that looks like wood when painted yet has the strength of a casting. The fully functional crosshead feed water pumps are accurate in both detail and operation. Like the American, the stack and tender tank may be fabricated from sheet brass or use the castings now available. The Little Engines Mogul is truly a beautiful scale model.