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LIONEL PREWAR O GAUGE #249E 2-4-2 GUN METAL LOCO & 265W WHISTLE TENDER. Loco running forward and back with light On, tender whistling. All locomotives, tenders, whistles, operating accessories, operating cars and mechanical parts must be serviced & lubricated before use. Don’t miss the opportunity to add this beautiful set to your collection. Look the photos to see the condition and exactly what you are purchasing. Please be aware that it is being offered AS IS – as founded on estate collection. Look my store for more items. Message me with any questions. Thank you for looking.

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None of the grey shells have the Lionel nameplate, only nameplates in the lot are the ones shown loose and the ones on the black shell.

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Used vintage condition. Tested – fully operational. Runs forward and reverse. Tender whistle works. Original box is not included. Vintage model may benefit from routine cleaning and light lubrication. Type: Steam locomotive with tender 265W. Scale: O Gauge (1:48). Tender 265W included. Made in U. Please check all photos for condition and completeness. If you have any questions or would like additional photos, please feel free to send a message.

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This vintage Lionel Pre-War #259E gunmetal gray locomotive with whistle tender is a great addition to any model railroad enthusiast’s collection. The steam locomotive is in excellent working order and has been well-maintained over the years. It is perfect for those who enjoy operating their own trains and creating unique railroad scenarios. The locomotive is designed for O gauge layouts and has a distinctive look that will make it stand out in any collection. It is a must-have for collectors of vintage train equipment and those who appreciate the artistry of model trains. Add this Lionel Pre-War #259E gunmetal gray locomotive to your collection today! It shows signs of use including paint loss, scratches and misshapes. If you are by chance unhappy, please let me know and I will try and make things right.

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The Lionel 226E Prewar O Gauge 2-6-4 Steam Locomotive 265W Whistle Tender is a vintage replica of a steam locomotive from the 1930s, made of pressed steel, tin, and steel diecast materials. This black locomotive features an analog control system and operates on a three-rail system. It is a ready-to-go pre-built model suitable for collectors and hobbyists interested in model railroads and trains. With its whistle tender and transportation theme, this Lionel locomotive is a classic piece of American railroad history.

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Lionel Prewar 385E Standard Gauge 2-4-2 Steam Locomotive & Whistle Tender. Runs great and in real nice shape.

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Lionel Prewar Standard Gauge No. 8 Maroon Electric Locomotive! Lionel Prewar O Gauge 2235W Whistle Tender. If you are closer you can trust that the charges will be commensurately cheaper depending on distance. You pay what we pay. In most cases this eats up any combined discount and may result in the final price being more expensive than the sum of the original quoted prices. A hard-to-find whistle tender for your 225E. Whistle works but will need lubrication. Please view the pictures carefully, they are the most important part of the description! Photographs should also supersede any written description! If there is a mistake on our part, we will accept a return on the item. As per TCA policy, the description applies to EXTERIOR COSMETIC condition only. Any comments found in the description pertaining to operation are provided as a courtesy to our customers. No warranties on mechanical or operational condition are expressed or implied. This may include, but is not limited to, motors, whistles, reverse units, and illumination systems. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog.

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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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