Here is a American Flyer 282 Vintage S 4-6-2 Pacific Steam Locomotive & Tender #282. This powered steam locomotive features a motor, reverse unit, light, reverse unit, smoke unit, metal side rods, and metal wheels. The tender features metal construction, a plastic link coupler, tinplate trucks with journals, and metal and plastic wheels.

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 4-6-2 was featured on rail-ways ranging from Argentina to Egypt, and all the way to the far East in China!

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good based on visual appearance. This locomotive shows scratches and paint loss throughout various sections of the shell and chassis. The back coupler on the tender is broken off and included in the box. There’s a bit of a smell when operating on the test track. This locomotive shows rust on the chassis and trucks. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is not included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Very Good.

Condition: Very Good (C-6)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: No

Manufacturer: American Flyer
Model Number: 282
Years Manufactured: 1952 – 1953
Road Name: Chicago & North Western (CNW)

Scale/Era: S Postwar
Model Type: Steam Loco

The Trainz SKU for this item is 6082894.

Trainz Product Id: 11378757