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The Lionel Prewar No. 225E & 2235W Plastic Body Tender from 1938-42 is a vintage model train accessory ready to go with a black color and a 2-6-2 wheel configuration. This pre-built tender features an analog control system, a three-rail system, and is designed for O gauge model railroads. Manufactured in the United States by Lionel, this steam locomotive tender is a nostalgic piece for collectors and hobbyists interested in classic model trains from the 1930s. The engine was cleaned and lubricated. Runs well both directions. The e-unit works properly. The tender is in excellent condition. The whistle was serviced and works very well.

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The Lionel Prewar No. 225E & 2235W Plastic Body Tender from 1938-42 is a vintage model train accessory ready to go with a black color and a 2-6-2 wheel configuration. This pre-built tender features an analog control system, a three-rail system, and is designed for O gauge model railroads. Manufactured in the United States by Lionel, this steam locomotive tender is a nostalgic piece for collectors and hobbyists interested in classic model trains from the 1930s. The engine was cleaned and lubricated. Runs well both directions. The e-unit works properly. The tender is in excellent condition. The whistle was serviced and works very well.

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Item: Lionel Prewar Locomotive. If no photo of a box there is No Box. Description: Lionel PREWAR 225E & 2235W Plastic Shell Tender. Some surface corrosion from moisture exposure, much was cleaned off. Motor runs well, cleaned, lubed, new brushes and springs. Like all large, heavy diecast steam engines of this era, it is designed to run on higher voltages from larger transformers. Tender body is late prewar plastic shell. It looks like it might have been clear-coated at some point and it is flaking off? Whistle rattles, operation erratic. Please examine photos carefully. Photos: These are photos of the actual item unless noted on the photo. I’ve tried to show the condition as best I could in the photographs, however the photos can’t cover every square inch in magnified detail. Please examine the photos carefully. Not all items can efficiently packed together due to size and/or shape. Feedback: We appreciate your leaving Feedback and we will do the same for you. Due to sales volume we leave Feedback about every one to two weeks. We will usually respond within 24 Hours.

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Check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Condition may vary due to age and wear. One coupler is broken and some trim on top is missing. This is in very good condition for its age. Category 2: Std Gauge Parts. We are unable to provide parts lookup service or fitment assistance. Trainz Product Id: 12808706. Lionel 10E-2 Prewar Olive Green Peacock Electric Locomotive Body with Brass Trim. Trainz does not provide grading for parts. Standards for all toy train related accessory items apply to the visual appearance of the item and do not consider the operating functionality of the equipment. Condition and Grading Standards are subjective, at best, and are intended to act as a guide. This part is in workable condition. The Trainz SKU for this item is P12808706. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including but not limited to lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Please note, after seven days our systems may automatically re-list unpaid items. Learn more by reviewing our policies. Explain why the item does not meet your expectations and how you would like us to handle the issue. If your item has been damaged try to include a photograph of the actual damages. We’ll do our absolute best to make you happy. Make sure to include your contact and order information when you return your items. Contacting Trainz provides us a chance to resolve your issue while allowing you to keep the item. O Scale 2 Rail.

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The Lionel 33 Standard gauge prewar locomotive is a vintage model from 1933, featuring a square body in a maroon color. This electric locomotive operates on a DC power type and has a 0-4-0 wheel configuration. Made of pressed steel, it is part of the Lionel brand’s standard gauge collection, with an analog control system and a three-rail system. With its retro design and painted features, this model is a sought-after piece for collectors and model train enthusiasts.

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Original version from the very scarce and saught after circus set. See photos for full details and overall condition. Ives prewar wide gauge scarce and desirable no. 1070 Circus Set, circa 1930. The contains the following; 1134 black die-cast 4-4-2 steam loco with brass and copper trim and brass boiler front that has a concealed headlight, no. 40 The Ives Railway Lines tender with brass trim and journals, 20-192 yellow Circus equipment car with an American Flyer body, red roof, Ives trucks and shortened snake track pull couplers, 20-193 yellow Circus Animal Car with an American Flyer body, red roof, Ives trucks and shortened snake track pull couplers, three 196C yellow flatcars, one with two original tent wagons and two flatcars with two original white animal wagons each and a 185 red Parlor Car with a Lionel body, black roof, brass trim and couplers, Ives trucks and shortened snake track pull couplers. The set is a solid C6.

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Very Rare 1935 ONLY Lionel prewar RED ROOF Flying Yankee Set 3 Car, 616E Powercar 617 Coach 4-Door 618 Observation Car ALL SMOOTH BODY SILVER Paint. Set is in Original Condition with NO Repaints or Touchups.

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Very RARE Lionel prewar RED TOP YANKEE Set 1935 Only, Original SATIN SILVER Paint, SMOOTH BODY, 4-Door Coach, 3-Car. Really Nice All Original Condition with Original Slide-On Pickups on the Vestibules, Original Motor where All Gears Turn, sorry no way to test if it runs, no boxes, No Repaints or no Touchups, ALL ORIGINAL.

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Lionel Maroon 53 Type VII, 0-4-0 RS: New York Central Lines. This 53 has been bench tested and runs in both directions. This is the second series with Open Clerestory and a Long Platform. This unique set was carefully maintained in a private collection for over 40 years. Please view the pictures carefully as they are an important part of the description. All sales are final. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Locomotives”. The seller is “trainone-hobbies” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Gauge: Standard
• Vintage: Yes
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Year Manufactured: 1915
• Year: 1915
• Grade: C-6 Very Good
• Vintage (Y/N): Yes
• Brand: Lionel
• Color: Maroon
• Type: Passenger Set

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