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Continuing to clean out the train closet. Found some forgotten “brass from the past”. Key imported C&S 2-6-0s and 2-8-0s between 1982 and 1985. Built by Samhongsa, all of them had smooth mechanisms but tend to run on the fast side, due to the can motors of that time. The locomotive is unpainted brass, all details intact. The locomotive was test run prior to listing. It runs surprisingly well for a near 40 year old locomotive. The mechanism has no binds and is quite smooth. It is powered by a can motor with idler gearbox to the middle driver. Performance would likely improve with lubrication and run in. Aftermarket re-motoring/re-gearing kits were once offered by Locodoc. Com, don’t know if these are still available. I have test run the locomotive twice in the decade I’ve owned it. The prior owner likely didn’t run it much as there is no significant wheel wear. The nickel-silver plating on the drivers, wheel sets and side rods is intact. I can’t use it, can you? This is the rarest of the Key C&S locomotives imported, only 50 were made. The item “HOn3 brass Key C&S 2-8-0 number 58. Very rare, mint condition, runs well” is in sale since Sunday, October 31, 2021. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Railroads & Trains\Locomotives”. The seller is “neon719″ and is located in Poulsbo, Washington. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Korea, Republic of
• Material: Brass
• Scale: 1:87.1
• Assembly Status: Ready to Go/Pre-built
• Control System: Analog
• Grade: C-10 Mint-Brand New
• Type: Steam Locomotive
• Features: Limited Edition
• Rail System: 2-Rail-2-Conductor
• Color: Unpainted brass
• Year Manufactured: 1982
• Vintage: Yes
• Power Type: DC
• Gauge: HOn3
• Age Level: 17 Years & Up
• Corporate Roadname: Colorado & Southern
• Brand: Key / Samhongsa
• Time Period Manufactured: 1980-1989
• Wheel Configuration: 2-8-0
• Replica of: C&S number 58

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Guys, I only opened it for photos. I admit it this is so rare I was afraid to touch it. Its new in the box. I doubt you could get another. They rarely come up. This is a replica of a WWI Armored Engine with all packaging. The item “Micro Metakit G4/5 WWI Armoured Engine Rare 2-8-0 Very Rare NIB Brass Handmade” is in sale since Tuesday, February 23, 2021. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\HO Scale\Locomotives”. The seller is “jahea_3313″ and is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Vintage (Y/N): Yes
• Material: Brass
• Type: Steam Locomotive
• Year: 1999
• Features: Limited Edition
• Color: Black
• MPN: Does Not Apply
• Train Operating Company: German State Railways
• Brand: Micro Metakit
• Grading: C-10 Mint-Brand New
• Replica of: BR-18 WWI

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VERY RARE SET United HO BRASS 2-8-0 Consolidation Ma & Pa AND 2-6-2 Prairie King This set is in good condition with some super detail upgrades and changes like the bell and whistle ropes, different smoke stack and other modifications. Both locos “run” however these motors are older and definitely not very powerful. I would recommend for the new owner to replace them with stronger motors. Also they both will need to be lubricated after being painted. The 2-8-0 needs some help to get going but once it warms up it seems to run ok. The 2-6-2 motor is noisy and weak. Sometimes you need to give it a poke with a toothpick from underneath to get it spinning. Personally I would just replace both motors with nice new can motors which are more powerful and pretty cheap these days. They would be really nice models remotored and pained up! KEEP WATCH I’m going to just keep lowering the price until it sells but don’t let others get it first! I have many similar items so please check out my other listings. Everything is fully tested but if you do have Any problems PLEASE contact me before leaving feedback. I do care about my customers. The item “VERY RARE SET United HO BRASS 2-8-0 Consolidation MA&PA AND 2-6-2 Prairie King” is in sale since Wednesday, August 14, 2019. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\HO Scale\Other HO Scale”. The seller is “surfntrain” and is located in Oroville, Washington. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada.

• Brand: United

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VERY RARE SET United HO BRASS 2-8-0 Consolidation Ma & Pa AND 2-6-2 Prairie King This set is in good condition with some super detail upgrades and changes like the bell and whistle ropes, different smoke stack and other modifications. Both locos “run” however these motors are older and definitely not very powerful. I would recommend for the new owner to replace them with stronger motors. Also they both will need to be lubricated after being painted. The 2-8-0 needs some help to get going but once it warms up it seems to run ok. The 2-6-2 motor is noisy and weak. Sometimes you need to give it a poke with a toothpick from underneath to get it spinning. Personally I would just replace both motors with nice new can motors which are more powerful and pretty cheap these days. They would be really nice models remotored and pained up! KEEP WATCH I’m going to just keep lowering the price until it sells but don’t let others get it first! I have many similar items so please check out my other listings. Everything is fully tested but if you do have Any problems PLEASE contact me before leaving feedback. I do care about my customers. The item “VERY RARE SET United HO BRASS 2-8-0 Consolidation MA&PA AND 2-6-2 Prairie King” is in sale since Wednesday, July 24, 2019. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\HO Scale\Other HO Scale”. The seller is “surfntrain” and is located in Oroville, Washington. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada.

• Brand: United

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VERY RARE SET United HO BRASS 2-8-0 Consolidation Ma & Pa AND 2-6-2 Prairie King This set is in good condition with some super detail upgrades and changes like the bell and whistle ropes, different smoke stack and other modifications. Both locos “run” however these motors are older and definitely not very powerful. I would recommend for the new owner to replace them with stronger motors. Also they both will need to be lubricated after being painted. The 2-8-0 needs some help to get going but once it warms up it seems to run ok. The 2-6-2 motor is noisy and weak. Sometimes you need to give it a poke with a toothpick from underneath to get it spinning. Personally I would just replace both motors with nice new can motors which are more powerful and pretty cheap these days. They would be really nice models remotored and pained up! I have many similar items so please check out my other listings. Everything is fully tested but if you do have Any problems PLEASE contact me before leaving feedback. I do care about my customers. The item “VERY RARE SET United HO BRASS 2-8-0 Consolidation MA&PA AND 2-6-2 Prairie King” is in sale since Wednesday, April 25, 2018. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\HO Scale\Other HO Scale”. The seller is “surfntrain” and is located in Oroville, Washington. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada.

• Brand: United

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