Description

Here is a powered American Flyer 300 Reading 4-4-2 Atlantic Steam Locomotive and Tender. Features include a metal construction, metal trucks, 3-position reverse in the tender, an operating headlight, and metal wheels and axles.

Originally introduced in 1880 in the UK, the “Atlantic” or 4-4-2 would rise to prominence around the world in little to no time after its introduction. Respected and beloved around the world from the United States to Mozambique, the 4-4-2 found itself commissioned in various rail-yards across several continents. In the United States the 4-4-2 would sometimes be called the “Milwaukee” due to it running on the Milwaukee rail-road, but most would find that the “Atlantic” just rolled off the tongue a little bit better. In its construction the 4-4-2 saw an advantage over other locomotives thanks to its trailing wheels allowing for a deeper firebox in the driving wheels. Most of the Atlantic models would see their time in the spotlight come to an end, and would eventually go out of commission in the mid-20th century. Today handfuls exist in preservation status in various rail-road museums.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good. The unit picks up power and illuminates but does not run on the test track therefore it will be sold As-Is. The drawbar is bent and the tender is missing the coupler. Both pieces show scratches and spots of paint loss throughout various sections of the shell and chassis. This car shows spots of rust and corrosion on the chassis and trucks. The overall appearance of each 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 each item. Overall condition is Very Good.

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

Manufacturer: American Flyer
Model Number: 300
Years Manufactured: 1946 – 1947
Road Name: Reading (RDG)

Scale/Era: S Postwar
Model Type: Steam Loco

The Trainz SKU for this item is 6288585.

Trainz Product Id: 11378774