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Here is a Lionel 2956 Vintage O Prewar Baltimore & Ohio Semi-Scale Diecast 4… This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good. This car shows scratches and paint loss throughout various sections of the shell and chassis. This car shows rust on the chassis and trucks. The coal load does not go with this hopper. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is not included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Very Good. Trainz Product Id: 12609645. Lionel 2956 Vintage O Prewar Baltimore & Ohio Semi-Scale Diecast 4-Bay Hopper. Here is a Lionel 2956 Vintage O Prewar Baltimore & Ohio Semi-Scale Diecast 4-Bay Hopper from 1940-42. This car was made to match the larger diecast steam locomotives. Features include diecast construction, tin-plate trucks with metal journals, metal box couplers, metal wheels, and axles and a coal load. Minor scratches and paint nicks, minor surface rust, no dents. 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 does not require testing. The Trainz SKU for this item is 6298150. 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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This Hopper car looks all original, and it has the collectible rubber stamped data on the side of the car. The car has all its journals, ladders, and its top brake wheels. Also included is the early period Lionel Red #516 box. The box shows wear, and it is missing one end flap. Please use the photos as part of the description.

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Very nice set of cars. All have some play wear. Multiple sales so check out my other items.

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The Lionel Prewar 2956 Die Cast Quad Hopper is a rare and collectible model train item from the United States, dating back to the early 1940s. This black-colored hopper features scale trucks and is in good condition, making it a valuable addition to any model railroad enthusiast’s collection. With its die-cast construction and analog control system, this item is perfect for collectors aged 17 years and up who appreciate historical model trains in O gauge size. IT IS A CLEAN HOPPER; IT HAS A WARP ON ONE SIDE.

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The Lionel Prewar 2956 Die Cast Quad Hopper is a rare and collectible model train item from the United States, dating back to the early 1940s. This black-colored hopper features scale trucks and is in good condition, making it a valuable addition to any model railroad enthusiast’s collection. With its die-cast construction and analog control system, this item is perfect for collectors aged 17 years and up who appreciate historical model trains in O gauge size. IT IS A VERY CLEAN HOPPER; IT HAS POSTWAR TRUCKS.

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The Lionel Prewar 2956 Die Cast Quad Hopper is a rare and collectible model train item from the United States, dating back to the early 1940s. This black-colored hopper features postwar trucks and is in good condition, making it a valuable addition to any model railroad enthusiast’s collection. With its die-cast construction and analog control system, this item is perfect for collectors aged 17 years and up who appreciate historical model trains in O gauge size. IT IS A CLEAN HOPPER, ONE SET OF HATCHES IS MISSING. IT HAS POSTWAR TRUCKS.

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LIONEL PREWAR 2956 DIE CAST QUAD HOPPER WITH ORIGINAL TRUCKS EXCELLENT RARE. For sale is a Lionel pre-war 2956 die cast quad Hopper with original trucks. No missing journal boxes or other parts. The hopper doors have been replaced. No significant scratches, dings or rust. Graphics are in good condition. Some minor paint loss on top outer edge. Heavy weighs 1 lb. Nice piece and a very rare find.

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The Lionel Prewar 2956 Die Cast Quad Hopper is a rare and collectible model train item from the United States, dating back to the early 1940s. This black-colored hopper features scale trucks and is in good condition, making it a valuable addition to any model railroad enthusiast’s collection. With its die-cast construction and analog control system, this item is perfect for collectors aged 17 years and up who appreciate historical model trains in O gauge size. IT IS A CLEAN HOPPER; IT HAS A WARP ON ONE SIDE. IT NEEDS MORE CLEANING.

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Car is in very good condition for that age, missing latch on one coupler, some paint scratches. Please see photos and let them be your best description. In to check item very. IF IT ISN’T IN THE PHOTOS IT IS NOT INCLUDED. Please check our photos. Look my store for more items. Message me with any questions.

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Now available is this Lionel Original Prewar #516 Red Coal Train Hopper with Data. Please view the pictures for more details and feel free to ask any questions. Thank you for your interest!

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