American Flyer 293 Vintage S NY, NH & Hartford 4-6-2 Steam Locomotive & Tender VG – Model Train Junction: Quality Parts and Art Supplies

This is an American Flyer 293 4-6-2 New York, New Haven and Hartford Steam Locomotive and Tender. The locomotive features die-cast metal construction, a motor, a reverse unit, an operating headlight, an operating smoke unit, metal wheels, and realistic detail. The tender features plastic construction, die-cast metal trucks, an operating knuckle coupler, and metal/plastic 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 and tender show scratches and spots of paint loss throughout various sections of the shell and chassis. Both items show rust throughout various sections of the chassis and trucks. The overall appearance of each item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. This item has been inspected by our repair shop. Please see the attached picture for inspection details and additional operation information. 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: Functional
Original Box: No

Manufacturer: American Flyer
Model Number: 293
Years Manufactured: 1958 – 1958
Road Name: New York New Haven & Hartford (NH)

Scale/Era: S Postwar
Model Type: Steam Loco

The Trainz SKU for this item is 5745358.

Trainz Product Id: 11378766