MTH 10-1282-1 Std. Gauge Tinplate Ives #3245R Electric Locomotive w/PS2 – Model Train Junction: Quality Parts and Art Supplies

The Ives version turned out to be one of the last products designed by Ives and bearing the famous brass nameplate Made in the Ives Shops. The so-called short hood 3245R (R for remote reversing) came on the market in 1928, just as Lionel and American Flyer were taking over their bankrupt rival. The more impressive long hood version was cataloged in 1929 and 1930, the last years of production at Ives’ own factory, and this version returns to the Tinplate Traditions lineup for 2007. A product of the so-called transition years for Ives, the original 3245R came with Lionel pantographs and Lionel flag holders on its pilots, and was sold with cars borrowed from the firm’s new owners. In 1929 the Ives engine was trailed by American Flyer cars with Ives nameplates, trucks, and couplers. Around 1930, when Lionel became the sole owner of Ives, the long hood 3245R came with Lionel passenger cars sold as the Ives 240 series, with Ives decals and a unique black and orange paint scheme to match the engine. This version features a can motor and all the operating features of Proto-Sound 2.0.

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

Manufacturer: MTH
Model Number: 10-1282-1

Scale/Era: Std Gauge Modern
Model Type: Electric Loco

The Trainz SKU for this item is P11438661.

Trainz Product Id: 11438661