Bidspirit auction | American Flyer 350 The Royal

American Flyer 350 The Royal Blue O-Gauge Steam Locomotive - This is an American Flyer O-gauge model of The Royal Blue streamlined steam locomotive, manufactured by A.C. Gilbert. The locomotive features a die-cast metal shell finished in dark blue paint with a metal chassis and driving wheels. The sides of the locomotive shell are printed with the name THE ROYAL BLUE in white block letters (photo 1). The cab sides bear the printed number 350 (photo 1). The front of the boiler features a circular emblem with the embossed letters B&O (photo 5). The underside of the motor housing is embossed with PAT NO 2148616 (photo 4). The locomotive is powered by an internal electric motor designed for use with a third-rail track system. , The locomotive is in as-found condition with a heavy layer of surface dust, grime, and cobwebs throughout (photo 1, 2). The blue paint shows significant chipping and wear along the edges, front pilot, and cab area (photo 1, 3). Surface oxidation and rust are visible on the metal driving rods and wheels (photo 3, 4). The electrical wiring extending from the rear of the cab is frayed, brittle, and partially detached from the internal terminals (photo 2). The front pilot truck is attached, but the rear trailing truck and the matching tender are missing (photo 1, 3). The driving rod linkage on the right side is bent and has become disconnected from the center driving wheel (photo 3). The locomotive is untested.