Ivatts work

Elderly 0-6-0s formed the backbone of the low-powered locomotives within the LMS fleet. William Stanier had concentrated on introducing larger engines and it was left to George Ivatt to introduce a new class of low-powered locomotive. He designed a tender version of the Ivatt Class 2 2-6-2T, introduced at the same time, which was inspired by the Stanier 2-6-2T which was inspired by the Fowler 2-6-2T. The 2-6-0s, with their greater range (3,000 gal of water and 4 tons of coal compared to the tank design's 1,350 gal and 3 tons), were well-suited to their task and, following attention to draughting problems by both Derby and Swindon, quickly became a success. Further engines of this type were built as the BR standard class 2 2-6-0, these locomotives having BR standard fittings and a modified cab and tender profile to allow completely unrestricted route availability; both LMS and BR 2MT moguls are often referred to by the affectionate nickname "Mickey Mouse".^[1]

The standards were often the 'shiny new' locomotives of my childhood. Built to replace the wealth of 0 6 0's they were indeed a fascinating sight to my young eyes. Happily many of both the 0 6 0's they were meant to replace and the standards themselves have lasted into preservation