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American Flyer 290 Vintage S 4-6-2 Die-Cast Steam Locomotive & Tender VG

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American Flyer 290 Vintage S 4-6-2 Die-Cast Steam Locomotive & Tender VG

This is an American Flyer 290 Vintage S 4-6-2 Die-Cast Steam Locomotive & Tender. This locomotive features die-cast metal construction, a motor, a reverse unit, an operating headlight, an operating smoke unit, metal side rods and metal wheels. The tender features a choo-choo sound, tinplate construction, sintered iron trucks, plastic and metal wheels, and metal axles.

Introduced in its prototype form in the late 19th century, the 4-6-2 would take the world by storm at the turn of the 20th century, being seen as one of the biggest innovation in the history of locomotives -- the 4-6-2 would quickly finds its place in rail-yards across the world. Heralded for its ability to haul passengers, the 4-6-2 was a versatile model hauling freight and coal as well, with tank variants being introduced later during the 20th century. Traveling at speeds upwards of 100mph the 4-6-2was featured on rail-ways ranging from Argentina to Egypt, and all the way to the far East in China! Now's your chance to add some history to your collection.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good based on visual appearance. The locomotive operates intermittently when powered but generates a noise when it is powered at all times. There are a chips and sections of rubbed of paint on the edges and other locations of the locomotive and tender. There are spots of rust present on the trucks and within the chipped sections of paint. One of the pilot wheels has a section chipped. The original box is not included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Very Good.

Condition: Very Good (C-6)
Operational Status: See Description
Original Box: No

Manufacturer: American Flyer
Model Number: 290
Years Manufactured: 1949 - 1951
Road Name: American Flyer Lines

Scale/Era: S Postwar
Model Type: Steam Loco


The Trainz SKU for this item is 6278366.

Trainz Product Id: 11378764
$65.13
American Flyer 290 Vintage S 4-6-2 Die-Cast Steam Locomotive & Tender VG
$65.13

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This is an American Flyer 290 Vintage S 4-6-2 Die-Cast Steam Locomotive & Tender. This locomotive features die-cast metal construction, a motor, a reverse unit, an operating headlight, an operating smoke unit, metal side rods and metal wheels. The tender features a choo-choo sound, tinplate construction, sintered iron trucks, plastic and metal wheels, and metal axles.

Introduced in its prototype form in the late 19th century, the 4-6-2 would take the world by storm at the turn of the 20th century, being seen as one of the biggest innovation in the history of locomotives -- the 4-6-2 would quickly finds its place in rail-yards across the world. Heralded for its ability to haul passengers, the 4-6-2 was a versatile model hauling freight and coal as well, with tank variants being introduced later during the 20th century. Traveling at speeds upwards of 100mph the 4-6-2was featured on rail-ways ranging from Argentina to Egypt, and all the way to the far East in China! Now's your chance to add some history to your collection.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good based on visual appearance. The locomotive operates intermittently when powered but generates a noise when it is powered at all times. There are a chips and sections of rubbed of paint on the edges and other locations of the locomotive and tender. There are spots of rust present on the trucks and within the chipped sections of paint. One of the pilot wheels has a section chipped. The original box is not included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Very Good.

Condition: Very Good (C-6)
Operational Status: See Description
Original Box: No

Manufacturer: American Flyer
Model Number: 290
Years Manufactured: 1949 - 1951
Road Name: American Flyer Lines

Scale/Era: S Postwar
Model Type: Steam Loco


The Trainz SKU for this item is 6278366.

Trainz Product Id: 11378764
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