Lionel 6-25595 O R16 Subway Add-On, NYCTA (2) – Model Train Junction: Quality Parts and Art Supplies

Beginning around 1970 MTA began the transition to this new and vibrant color scheme, a repainting operation which lasted into the mid-1970s. In 1954, the very first R16 subway car was put on special display at a commemoration of the IRTs 50th anniversary. 200 total steel cars were soon to follow, most of which were assigned initially to the BMT Eastern Division. Unique in design, the R16 Class subway cars were fitted with distinctive circular end windows, an interesting feature originally seen on R15 IRT cars and retrofitted onto R11s. Later in their career, R16s were moved to a wide variety of other lines, and they serviced New York Citys subways faithfully until the replacement of the cars was complete in 1986. Today, one R16 subway car is preserved at the New York Transit Museum. Featuring the LEGACY Control System, Lionel R16 subway cars have opening doors and authentic subway sounds. Listen for the operator announcing true-to-life stops along the route. They also feature a wealth of realistic detail, decoration, and lighting features both inside the cars and out. Add the additional two-pack to the powered R16 set to complete this scale subway package. MTA and associated terms and images are trademarks of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.

Condition: Factory New (C-9)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-9)

Manufacturer: Lionel
Model Number: 6-25595
Road Name: New York City Transit Authority (NYCTA)
MSRP: $399.99

Scale/Era: O Modern
Model Type: Passenger Cars

The Trainz SKU for this item is P11592029.

Trainz Product Id: 11592029