Bidspirit auction | Lionel Corporation Prewar O Gauge

Lionel Corporation Prewar O Gauge 227 Pennsylvania Railroad 0-6-0 Steam Switcher Locomotive 8976 - A prewar O-gauge model steam locomotive switch engine manufactured in die-cast metal. This model represents a Pennsylvania Railroad B6sb class switcher, featuring a 0-6-0 wheel arrangement and a three-rail electric pickup system. The locomotive is equipped with an E-unit reversing mechanism, visible through the rear cab windows. The exterior features detailed valve gear, handrails, and a die-cast boiler with applied piping details. The locomotive features several identifiable marks. The cab sides are printed with the road number 8976 in white. A small circular plate on the front boiler face is embossed with the number 227. The underside of the rear truck frame features embossed text reading MADE IN U.S. OF AMERICA THE LIONEL CORP. NEW YORK. The underside of the main die-cast frame is embossed with the part number 227-65. The interior cab rear plate displays the three-position E-unit lever and wiring terminals. The underside shows two geared driving wheels and two roller collectors for electrical pickup from a center rail. , The locomotive is largely complete but shows signs of significant age and long-term storage. A heavy layer of dust is present over the entire exterior surface (photo 1, photo 3). There is visible oxidation and surface rust on the front pilot and coupler assembly (photo 4), as well as on the unpainted metal linkage rods and wheel rims (photo 1). The red jewel marker light is present on the right side of the boiler front, but the corresponding light on the left side is missing (photo 4). The paint on the cab roof shows some minor abrasions and dust accumulation (photo 2). The matching tender is not present. The mechanical and electrical functions are untested.