Bidspirit auction | A Collection of Lionel, Tyco,
A Collection of Lionel, Tyco, and Varney Model Train Transformers and Accessories - This collection features several vintage model railroad power supplies and track maintenance equipment from manufacturers including Lionel, Tyco, Varney, and Miniatronics. The group includes: A heavy-duty steel-cased Lionel Multi-Control Trainmaster transformer, Type 110 RW Watt. The metal faceplate features a black plastic throttle handle, a red whistle button, a black direction button, and a red indicator light. It is marked with the Lionel Corporation, New York name and is specified for 115 volts, 60 cycles alternating current only. A modern-style Lionel 80-Watt transformer in a black plastic housing with a red side-mounted throttle lever. The top is embossed with the Lionel name and features buttons for direction, whistle, and bell. It bears a circular adhesive label with the blue and orange Lionel Since 1900 logo. A gold-toned metal Varney HO Power Pack, Model Mark III toy transformer. The faceplate is marked with the Varney name and specifies an output of 14V DC 1A and 16V AC 16W. It includes a black speed knob, a red push-to-reset circuit breaker button, and a side-mounted direction toggle switch. A Tyco Pak 1 Hobby Transformer, Model 895, housed in black plastic with a blue throttle lever. The top is printed with Tyco Industries Inc., Moorestown, N.J. 08057 and specifies an output of 6 V.A. total. It includes a molded inscription on the underside reading Made in Hong Kong. A Miniatronics Corp. Electrak Clean PEC3-1 track cleaner accessory in a black plastic case. The unit features red and black spring-loaded wire terminals, a central on/off toggle switch, and a red indicator lamp. The face is printed with the Miniatronics Corp, Deer Park, NY name. A long rectangular black plastic Lionel power supply unit featuring a red and white Lionel logo on the top surface. The side is equipped with a red power rocker switch and a black selector switch. An additional small black plastic controller with a white sliding lever, used for basic track or accessory management. , The collection is in used vintage condition with visible surface dust and grime across all units (photo 1). The Lionel Trainmaster transformer shows surface oxidation and minor pitting on the metal faceplate (photo 2). The Varney power pack shows light finish wear on the gold-toned metal casing (photo 5). The Lionel logo sticker on the 80-watt unit exhibits slight scuffing (photo 6). Power cords are original and intact but show varying degrees of stiffness consistent with age. All units are untested for functional operation.