In the early 1900s, 2-6-2 locomotives were developed for use on the prairies of the American Midwest, earning them the nickname "Prairies." These locomotives often outlasted their more modern and efficient counterparts in branchline operations, thanks to their relatively light weight, ability to operate effectively in reverse, and capable speed range.

Features include:

• Precision motor.
  
• Completely hidden drivetrain.
  
• Electrically isolated motor to allow hardwiring of DCC decoder.
  
• Operating puffing smoke unit (non-toxic smoke fluid included).
  
• Operating headlight.
  
• Separately applied metal handrails.
  
• Highly detailed painted bodies with precision graphics.
  
• Die-cast chassis.
  
• See-through drive wheels with spokes.
  
• Metal siderods.
  
• Blackened metal wheels with RP25 contours on locomotive.
  
• Wire-free drawbar connection between locomotive and tender.
  
• Magnetically operated E-Z Mate® Mark II coupler on the rear of the tender.
  
• Performs best on 18" radius curves or greater.
  
• Product Measurements: L 10 in., W 1.5 in., H 2 in.