Lionel 265E Vintage O Prewar LL Commodore Vanderbilt Steam Locomotive w Tender/Box

Lionel 265E Vintage O Prewar LL Commodore Vanderbilt Steam Locomotive w Tender/Box

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This is a Lionel 265E Vintage O Prewar LL Commodore Vanderbilt Steam Locomotive w/Tender from 1935-40. The locomotive features all tinplate construction, a motor, a reverse unit, an operating headlight, a decorative smoke unit, metal side rods, metal wheels and exquisite detail. The tender features all tinplate construction, a solenoid coupler, tinplate trucks with black journals, an operating whistle, metal wheels and axles.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-5: Good based on visual appearance. There are heavy nicks, scratches, and areas of surface rust on both the locomotive and tender. Additionally, bodies of both items have heavy areas of paint wear, chips, and abrasions throughout their surfaces and underframes. The wheels show signs of wear from previous use. This item has been inspected by our repair shop. Please see the attached picture for inspection details and additional operation information. Boxes are included, however they are both incomplete, missing all flaps, worn, and discolored. The instruction manual is not included. Check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Good.

Condition: Good (C-5)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-3)

Manufacturer: Lionel
Model Number: 265E
Years Manufactured: 1935 - 1940
Road Name: Lionel

Scale/Era: O Prewar
Model Type: Steam Loco


The Trainz SKU for this item is 5571035.

Trainz Product Id: 11398066
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