Lionel 494 Vintage O Rotating Tinplate Beacon Tower VG

This is a Lionel 494 Vintage O Rotating Tinplate Beacon Tower--Red from 1954-66. This is the painted red version of the tower. The 494 beacon tower is a great improvement over the previous 394. The 494 has the reliable vibrator motor that turns the beacon. The 394 relied on the heat of the bulb to rotate the beacon. It measures 12 inches tall x 5 inches long x 5 inches wide.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good based on visual appearance. This item shows heavy scratches, dents, and paint loss in various areas of the body, detail pieces, and base. This item shows rust in various areas of the body and base. The lanterns metal hardware is bent slightly out f shape and is not attached to the platform. 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.

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

Manufacturer: Lionel
Model Number: 494
Years Manufactured: 1954 - 1966
Road Name: Lionel

Scale/Era: O Postwar
Model Type: Accessories


The Trainz SKU for this item is 6305689.

Trainz Product Id: 11422675