This item has been graded per TCA standards C-5: Good based on visual appearance. A large chunk of die-cast is missing from one of the steam chests. Both the locomotive and tender show nicks, scratches, and light spots of surface rust. Paint on both items also is chipped, crackling, and there are spots of pitting on the sides of the locomotive. The wheels show signs of wear. When tested, locomotive ran well in forward and reverse. The instruction manuals and original boxes are not included with these items. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Good. Trainz Product Id: 11397539. Lionel 249E Vintage O Prewar Gunmetal Tinplate 2-4-2 Steam Locomotive. This is a Lionel 249E Lionel Lines 2-4-2 Tinplate Steam Locomotive and Tender from 1936-39. The locomotive features metal construction, a motor, a reverse unit, an operating headlight, a smoke stack, a decorative bell, metal side rods, metal wheels and exquisite detail. The tender features tinplate construction, a solenoid coupler, tinplate trucks with black journals, metal wheels and axles. Signs of play wear, scratches, minor paint loss. Small dents, minor rust. Evidence of heavy use. 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 item has been tested and operates as expected. The Trainz SKU for this item is 5843962. 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.
