Lionel 646 Custom Vintage O Blue Comet 4-6-4 Steam Loco & 2046W Tender #2046

This is a Lionel 646 Vintage O 4-6-4 Die-Cast Steam Locomotive & 2046W Whistle Tender from 1956-58. The locomotive features die-cast metal construction, a decorative bell, a motor, a reverse unit, an operating headlight, an operating smoke unit, metal side rods, metal wheels, and exquisite detail. The tender features a whistle, die-cast trucks, knuckle coupler, and metal wheels.

Known as the Baltic in Europe and the Hudson in North America, the 4-6-4 was introduced in the early 20th century finding success in hauling freight and as a shunting model. Their use would initially find great success on North American railways before eventually becoming mainstays in rail-yards around the world!

This item has been graded per TCA standards (Restored/Repainted) R-4: Very Good based on visual appearance. The locomotive and tender show scratches and spots of paint loss throughout various sections of the shell and chassis. The locomotive and tender show rust throughout various sections of the chassis and trucks. This item has been inspected by our repair shop. Please see the attached picture for inspection details and additional operation information. 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 Restored - Very Good.

Condition: Restored - Very Good (R-4)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: No
Special Condition: Custom Painted

Manufacturer: Lionel
Model Number: 646
Years Manufactured: 1956 - 1958
Road Name: Central of New Jersey (CNJ/JCL)

Scale/Era: O Postwar
Model Type: Steam Loco


The Trainz SKU for this item is 6228310.