Vintage Hand-Built Live Steam Locomotive Model of Large Scale with Track

Item Details

A vintage hand-built live steam locomotive model of large scale with track. The black, steel frame is embellished with copper-tone accents. It features a rear cab with an open back and glass windows continuing to a firebox boiler with a hinged, access door. The top of the boiler’s exterior is fitted with a steam dome and a regulator valve joined by tubes to a pair of lower, lateral-mounted cylinders. Also located on the top of the boiler is a bell, a chimney, and a headlight. Each side of the locomotive is marked ‘NW / 97’ and ‘2200’ in white letters, possibly in reference to the engine of the same number introduced by the Norfolk and Western Railway in 1952. It rolls on four drive wheels and four lead wheels behind a cowcatcher in matching paint. Also included are two sections of track joined by a central hinge, one of which is incised ‘W.T.P.’

• Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. Unless shipping arrangements are available and made by the winning bidder, that individual is advised to bring appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup.

Condition

- to fair; functionality of locomotive not tested; scattered/light scratches, small dings, and marks; minor wear/losses to paint; fitting on top of steam dome and back of headlight with some oxidation; cowcatcher is detached and does not seem to fit properly; other minor surface wear and imperfections as would be expected with age and use.

Dimensions

- measured locomotive; when unfolded, track measures 7.75" W x 2.5" H x 72.25" D.

Item #

18DCC009-330