Ms 4526 is one of the first class of Mikes built for the Southern, by Baldwin, along with the currently operational 4501 in TN. It is not a USRA Mike, but rather predates that design. Lionel did a scale model of it (18018, perhaps others), although I can't vouch for its accuracy. From photos I've seen it looks decent, and although the detail is a bit rudimentary it looks like an excellent specimen to "dress up". I've often thought of doing the same thing, so I hope you do and post lots of photos and descriptions!
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