The name “Old Maude” refers to a mule in a comic, but also the first large Mallet in the USA built for standard gauge. Its job was as a helper for heavy trains on inclines, what didn't require high speeds. This meant that she did not require any carrying axles, meaning that all six axles were available for traction. The top speed of 21 mph or 34 km/h was completely sufficient for her tasks. Although the locomotive, which was initially designated class O and later renamed DD1, did not have any sisters, it remained in service until 1938. 