Description

This is a Lionel 221 2-6-4 New York Central Dreyfuss Streamlined Steam Locomotive and Tender in gray from 1946 only. The black 221 replaced the gray 221’s like this one in the ’47 line. Features include a painted diecast boiler, 2-6-4 wheel arrangement, detailed driving wheel hardware, black drive wheels, sheet-metal trailing truck, three-position E-unit, headlight plus wire handrails. The number is always stamped below the cab window. It comes with a 221T tender which is painted to match the color of the steamer and has the New York Central lettering decals on each side. Many collectors and operators still enjoy the 221. Although it is somewhat under-sized in terms of scale length, there is still a certain charm to this unique-looking locomotive. Clean examples of this steamer — especially ones with original and completely intact tender decals — are rare.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-5: Good based on visual appearance. There are light rub marks and scratches on the surface of the shell and chassis of both the engine and tender. This engine struggled to run when tested. The original boxes are not included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Good.

Condition: Good (C-5)
Operational Status: As is
Original Box: No

Manufacturer: Lionel
Model Number: 221
Years Manufactured: 1946 – 1946
Road Name: New York Central (NYC)

Scale/Era: O Postwar
Model Type: Steam Loco

The Trainz SKU for this item is 6312047.

Trainz Product Id: 12536724