https://bestprewarlionel.com Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:17:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.1.1 https://bestprewarlionel.com/2026/02/lionel-prewar-2-4-2-gunmetal-gray-torpedo-steam-locomotive-1688-with-tender-tested/ https://bestprewarlionel.com/2026/02/lionel-prewar-2-4-2-gunmetal-gray-torpedo-steam-locomotive-1688-with-tender-tested/#comments Thu, 26 Feb 2026 04:39:43 +0000 https://bestprewarlionel.com/2026/02/lionel-prewar-2-4-2-gunmetal-gray-torpedo-steam-locomotive-1688-with-tender-tested/ Continue Reading Lionel Prewar 2-4-2 Gunmetal Gray Torpedo Steam Locomotive 1688 with Tender Tested]]>















Lionel Prewar 2-4-2 Gunmetal Gray Torpedo Steam Locomotive 1688 w/ Tender Tested. The engine runs well in both directions and is quite the speed demon around the track! Both units show wear consistent with age and use. There are a number of small marks on the roof of the engine, and the tender roof has a few rust spots. It’s possible there are other cosmetic issues… Please review the photos closely. Please review the photos carefully. What you see in the photos is exactly what you will receive. Available for domestic orders within the U. Our founder, Harrison Shamberg, has been passionate about collecting his entire life. After a series of surgeries forced him to find a way to supplement his income, he turned that passion into a business and the rest is history! Everything we do, we do for collectors! We specialize in all types of collectibles, mostly scale model? Diecast, model kits, trains, figurines, etc. Have a collection to sell?

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Engine has been tested and cycle’s back and forth. Has roof pushed up on one end under lamp. Cars need a good cleaning. Remove paint on roofs.

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Not tested as pictured motor there might be missing some parts.

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The Lionel 253 Pre War O Gauge Electric Green Train Locomotive is a vintage model train engine known for its classic design and reliable performance. With its iconic green color and O gauge size, this electric locomotive is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of model railroads. Tested for functionality, this locomotive is sure to provide hours of enjoyment for those looking to add a piece of history to their train collection. Engine is an original condition appears to be a nice condition. Some minor wear and paint was tested and hums and tries to run. Definitely need some cleaning and possibly oil and lube lights are not hooked up so was not able to test for lights see pictures.

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POST WAR 1952 LIONEL 2056 4-6-4 STEAM LOCOMOTIVE WITH 2046 WHISTLE TENDER! RUNS LIGHT WORKS TENDER WHISTLE BLOWS GOOD! PREOWNED OUT OF A PRIVATE COLLECTION! HAS BEEN SITTING FOR A FEW YEARS! MOTOR SHOULD BE SERVICED BEFORE USE! WE ONLY TEST TO MAKE SURE THE MOTOR RUNS BUT ONLY FOR A FEW SECONDS! BOTH PIECES ARE IN VERY GOOD CONDITION! LOCOMOTIVE HAS BOTH JEWELS! Check pic s for overall condition! ITEM IS CROSS LISTED.

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This locomotive has been serviced, cleaned, lubricated and tested. The 258 was made in 1941 only. It features a tin gunmetal gray body with a 3 position e unit and working headlight with red markers. It also has a whistle tender that has been tested. Also included are 2 cars 1 oil tanker and 1 caboose Please look closely at all pictures. This is a train that is over 80 years old and has scratches and missing paint and the caboose has some rust spots. The locomotive runs and operates smoothly. The whistle tender also operates well.

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PREWAR LIONEL #248 LOCO & 629, 630 PASSENGER CARS – TESTED – RUNS GREAT. The locomotive works well, there is light. The cars are also in good condition. The wheels are in good condition too. Please look at the photos carefully for more information about this product.

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Or handed down in the family and put up for sale. When I sell a item I go over it completely. Clean everything, make sure it run. And replace missing parts, and make sure you have a nice running train. I do spend the time and restore them if in really bad shape. Very nice refurbished and serviced antique. Vintage 248 Black Electric Loco. Came from a estate sale original owners. It need some really extensive work. Painted the shell and frame, They were really rough and well played with over the years. Lots of cleaning, Missing light I installed a new one. I replace the wheels. New light bulb and several new screws. I did service and lubed the engine and replaced one damaged gear. See video of it running. I cleaned, serviced it and test run it. Vintage/Antique Lionel 248 Prewar 0-4-0 Electric engine. 248 runs in forward only. See VIDEO of it running. THE Description is the pictures. I went over it and serviced it. Check out the pictures. See pictures for best description. Ead light that work. Look at the pictures and ask questions. Thank you for looking READ MY FEEDBACK. See pictures for this is the best description. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter.

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Lionel Prewar 1668 Locomotive and 1689T Tender.

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The Vtg Lionel PreWar City Railroad Station No. 115 is a vintage collectible toy train station made by the well-known brand Lionel in the 1930s. The station, designed in white and red colors, is made of tin and operates on Lionel Standard Gauge tracks, perfect for enthusiasts of transportation-themed trains and vintage railway memorabilia. It’s tested, the timer to hold the train at the station works, see video. Connection Diagram to operate the insolated track section will be included.

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