Enameled metal electric loco was made early 1930’s, has an E-unit reverse, looks original/complete, except for missing latch on 1 coupler. It is apple green with cream windows/vents, brass inserts with black lettering, brass trim, copper journals on dark green frame. Wheels are original, one has fatigue cracks and is preventing it from running, other 3 wheels look OK. It looks like original wiring, original cast lights with new bulbs. Finish has light dirt, wear mainly roof edges, there is a dent in roof monitor, corrosion on couplers and screws. It was bench-tested, reverse cycled and motor surged, tried to run, but bad wheel prevents it. Loco for North Shore Limited set. It should have an “E” rubber stamped on sides, but has worn off. All Items, including N. (new-old-stock), are graded and represented as vintage collectibles. Operational ability and characteristics or completeness of vintage motors, mechanisms, wiring, bulbs etc are not guaranteed. We do not guarantee coupler operation. We try to note any obvious missing parts, defects or restorations in the description. Results are from simple bench-testing to help determine if mechanism is intact. Digital photography may distort image. The item is straight unless noted otherwise in the listing. WHEN PURCHASING MULTIPLE ITEMS, PLEASE PLACE ALL ITEMS IN SHOPPING CART. Due to size, weight or shape, not all items can be combined. No one is perfect, so please communicate and allow us an attempt to resolve any issues within our policy prior to leaving feedback. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Locomotives”. The seller is “jdpltd” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Gauge: O
- Brand: Lionel
- Material: Metal
- Color: Green
- Rail System: Three-Rail System
- Vintage: Yes
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Power Type: AC
- Type: Electric Locomotive
- MPN: 253E
