Corpet-Louvet 0-6-0 Steam Locomotive - LGB 2078

LGB Corpet-Louvet tank engine, in very good used condition. It appears to be complete with no missing parts and is supplied unboxed.
 
Prototype Background:
The famous “030 T” meter-gauge locomotives operated all over France and in many other European countries. They were used in front of passenger and freight trains alike and were also used for switching. Today, several of these beautiful locomotives can be seen in museums. The LGB model captures the appearance of this classic steam loco. 
Narrow gauge steam engines were the main product of the L. Corpet Locomotive Works in Paris. After the death of Lucien Corpet, his wife continued running the firm with the help of Monsieur Louvet, the name of the firm became Corpet-Louvet et Compagnie. Although the firm still exists, it stopped building steam locomotive in 1952. until that time it had manufactured 1880 locomotives, most of them narrow gauge.
 
This LGB model is a reproduction of the firms famous Type 030T meter-gauge locomotive. 826 of these beautiful locomotives were built, and they were used thought out France and in may other European countries. Indeed, the 030 T is considered to be a classic example of narrow gauge steam locomotive.
 
The Model
This detailed replica features: -
weather-resistant construction
four-way power control switch
protected gearbox with seven-pole Bühler motor
six powered wheels
one traction tire
eight power pickups
voltage stabilization circuit
smoke generator
automatic directional lanterns
one multi-purpose socket
length: 305 mm (12.0 in)
weight: 2600 g (5.7 lb)

Made in Germany (pre-Marklin)