Bidspirit auction | Lionel Trainmaster Type KW 190

Lionel Trainmaster Type KW 190 Watt Transformer - A vintage Lionel Corporation Trainmaster Type KW model train transformer housed in a black molded plastic casing. This dual-control AC transformer is designed for powering and controlling the speed and direction of O-gauge model trains. The top surface features two primary controller handles, one black and one orange, along with a red indicator lamp. The control panel includes molded text for Whistle and Direction functions, alongside a voltage scale graduated from 6 to 20 volts. The central circular dial features a printed label with an outer blue ring reading Trainmaster TYPE KW TRANSFORMER NEW YORK, N.Y. The inner red ring is printed 115 VOLTS 60 CYCLES 190 WATTS. The center section bears the name THE LIONEL CORPORATION. Small text on the red section reads MADE IN U.S. OF AMERICA FOR ALTERNATING CURRENT ONLY. The front of the unit is equipped with a terminal strip featuring four metal binding posts. A black two-prong power cord is attached to the rear of the device. , The plastic casing shows light surface wear, minor scratches, and dust consistent with age and use (photo 1). The central graphic label is intact with minor scuffing around the edges and center (photo 2). The orange controller handle is a non-original replacement (photo 2). The power cord is a modern replacement (photo 1). Surface oxidation and grime are visible on the metal binding posts of the terminal strip (photo 1). The internal mechanism has not been tested for functionality.