Bidspirit auction | Lionel 6-18827 Christmas RS-3 Diesel

Lionel 6-18827 Christmas RS-3 Diesel Locomotive in Original Box - Lionel Trains, Inc. Christmas RS-3 diesel locomotive, model number 6-18827. This O-gauge model locomotive features a plastic body shell mounted on a metal chassis with metal handrails, wheels, and axles. The mechanism is powered by dual DC motors compatible with AC or DC power sources. Technical features listed on the packaging include eight-wheel drive, traction tires, an operating headlight, and an illuminated cab. The locomotive is decorated in a white and green holiday livery, with the text HAPPY HOLIDAYS 1993 in red script and holly leaf accents. The cab is marked with the number 8827. The item is contained within its original Lionel orange and blue window box. The box includes a red identification label on one end and a manufacturer copyright date of 1992 on the reverse. The locomotive appears to be in excellent, potentially unused condition and is still contained within its internal factory plastic wrapping. The box is complete and maintains bright colors, exhibiting minor shelf wear such as slight rubbing and softening at the corners. The locomotive has not been tested for mechanical or electrical functionality.