Streamlined steam locomotive with an aerodynamic design, painted in blue with red wheels and black accents. "Mallard" sign prominently displayed. Located indoors on a polished floor with metal beams and glass ceiling. Reflects engineering elegance and historical significanceThe Mallard is a legendary steam locomotive from the United Kingdom, best known for being the fastest steam locomotive in the world.Key Facts about Mallard:Full Name: LNER Class A4 4468 MallardDesigner: Sir Nigel GresleyBuilt by: London and North Eastern Railway (LNER)Date Built: March 3, 1938Top Speed: 126 mph (203 km h) â achieved on July 3, 1938Record Location: Stoke Bank, south of Grantham on the East Coast Main LineCurrent Location: National Railway Museum in York, EnglandWhy it's iconic: It still holds the world speed record for steam locomotives.Design Highlights:Streamlined body for reduced air resistance4-6-2 "Pacific" wheel arrangementPowered by a three-cylinder steam engineCharacteristic bright LNER garter blue paintLegacy:Mallard is a symbol of British engineering excellence and rail history. It was part of a series of A4 locomotives designed for high-speed express service between London and Scotland. Let me know if you'd like pictures, model info, or details about similar locomotives!
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