Modélisme ferroviaire

16' HUGE Union Pacific BIG BOY Wood Model 4-8-8-4 Steam Engine 1/8 Scale

This is a ONCE IN A LIFETIME opportunity to own a 16 foot long Big Boy!! This is a static display model, does NOT run and will never run. The model is made completely of wood other then a few detail parts that are metal. You can push the model a few feet, but then the drive rods lock up. The model was built sometime in the 60s, so it shows some wear from being moved around. The person shown in photo 5 is 6’3 high to give you a perspective of how large this piece is. The engine weighs about 100 pounds and the tender is about 40 pounds. We will include a certificate of authenticity signed by both Arnie’s Trains owners. Arnies Model Trains is the Premier Model Train Store of Orange County, Southern California! Should you be in Orange County / Los Angeles area, please make sure to stop by our shop. We are well stocked with N, HO, and O Open 7 Days a week! L’item « 16′ HUGE Union Pacific BIG BOY Wood Model 4-8-8-4 Steam Engine 1/8 Scale » est en vente depuis le mercredi 13 novembre 2013. Il est dans la catégorie « Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Rare Scales\Other Rare Scale ». Le vendeur est « arniestrains » et est localisé à/en Westminster, California. Cet article ne peut pas être livré, l’acheteur doit venir le chercher.

Gender: Boys

Live Steam 3/4 scale B&O Atlantic 4-4-2 Locomotive Train Coal Fired Handmade

This is an awesome estate acquisition. This fine 3.5 in. 3/4 scale reproduction of the B&O Atlantic 1467 4-4-2 was hand built during the great depression by hobby machinist Bruce Achor, a bank receiver in Rockford Illinois, who went on to become Vice President of the Livestock National Bank in Chicago. This incredible coal fired live steam engine took Mr. Achor 4 years to build, completed in 1934. Achor hand laid track on his property and named this line the B L& B Railroad after his 3 sons, Bob, Leonard and Bruce. This information is contained in documentation from an American Banker publication article dated August 10, 1961 which refers to this exact engine build, his B&O Atlantic 1467 (that provided this info here) as well as photos of the larger second build by Mr. Achor, a 1 ½ scale New York Central Hudson 4-6-4 that was the subject of the article. Included with this great treasure are many 1930s and later dated photos during construction and completion of Mr. Achor riding this engine as well as with his children B L & B riding the rails on their property. The completely hand built, fully functioning assembly in order, consists of the engine measuring 38 inches in length, full function coal and water retaining tender with gear driven water feed pump, flat or riding car with brake, box car and caboose. All together this masterpiece measures out to an impressive 13 feet in length. The Copper boiler was fired and certified by Golden Gate Live Steamers, a live steam railroading club in Tilden Park, Oakland CA. Passing inspection with flying colors when I acquired this magnificent engineering marvel in 2005. Although I tested the engine and tender to ensure proper operation when the boiler was certified, I have made ZERO alterations, repairs, or changes of any kind. This is truly in as found, originally built, original paint, completely operational and in my opinion, excellent condition. The documentation and photographs along with the completely impressive presence of this locomotive truly make this a piece of history and True Americana that will only grow in value. L’item « Live Steam 3/4 scale B&O Atlantic 4-4-2 Locomotive Train Coal Fired Handmade » est en vente depuis le mardi 20 octobre 2015. Il est dans la catégorie « Toys & Hobbies\Model Railroads & Trains\Rare Scales\Other Rare Scale ». Le vendeur est « jimmystructo » et est localisé à/en Pleasant Hill, California. Cet article ne peut pas être livré, l’acheteur doit venir le chercher.

Brand: « Handmade »
Power Supply: coal fired
Year: 1934
Features: Live Steam
Scale: 3/4
Recommended Age Range: adult
Type: B&O Atlantic 4-4-2
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States