Lionel 6-8578 O Gauge New York Central Motorized Ballast Tamper Car EX/Box

Here is a Lionel 6-8578 O Gauge New York Central Motorized Ballast Tamper Car from 1985. This is a reissue of the Postwar Era 54 Ballast Tamper. It features a set of small pile drivers on the front that move up and down and "tamp" down the ballast rock along the track. The tamping action is controlled by track activators. When the tamping action is activated, the motor slows down to half speed.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-7: Excellent based on visual appearance. The wheels show average run-time. There are minor scratches on the surface of the shell and chassis. The instruction manual is not included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. The original box is included. Overall condition is Excellent.

Condition: Excellent (C-7)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-5)

Manufacturer: Lionel
Model Number: 6-8578
Years Manufactured: 1985 - 1987
Road Name: New York Central (NYC)

Scale/Era: O MPC
Model Type: Motorized Units


The Trainz SKU for this item is 6241016.

Trainz Product Id: 11402362