Lionel Post War 2460 6-Wheel Bucyrus Erie Crane Car -C8

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The 2460 Bucyrus Erie operating crane car was the first newly designed crane car of the postwar era. Lionel's version is an accurate representation of a crane car that can be found on the real railroads. The 2460 was included in several work train sets as well as being available for separate sale. Because of its realism, quality and high play value, it remains in demand by collectors and operators. Features Standard features of the 2460 include: rotating cab, fully functional boom and hook, painted cab, die-cast frame, white lettering, six-wheel trucks plus two coil couplers. The hook on the 2460 was always an offset hook. The words 'Lionel Lines' appeared on a single arched line. The 2460 cab never contained a smokestack and the die-cast hand cracks were always the open crank verison. A common problem of these crane cars resulted from the method of attaching the cab to the rotating frame: the screws are frequently missing with the plastic screw receptables shattered. Additional Detail, Photos & Box Information The length of the base of a crane car is approximately 8" long (coupler to coupler), while the length of the car including the boom in the lowered position is approximately 12 1/2 inches. Gray Cab - Generally regarded as 1946 production and extremely difficult to locate. Black Cab - Shown in the photo above - Assumed to be 1947 through 1950 production and is the common version. Condition of this very desirable post war crane car is excellent all around, no breaks or cracks to mention, no rust. Nice bold lettering, only a few minute contact marks upon close inspection. car rates a c8Dont miss the other great post war I have listed and keep watching for a large post war collection that I will be listing in the upcoming weeks which will include lots of santa fe and 6464 boxcars nothing less then c7 and some MINT items. I have lots of marx listed this week, some rare and boxed items and will combine shipping! You will see Two type of Listings, 7 Day Auctions & 30 Day Buy Now. Our store prices will be competitively priced and our auctions will start low and have NO RESERVE! I have been selling in an auction environment for about 10 years now using other ebay accounts as well as other internet mediums. My track record has been perfect to date with 0 negative feedbacks so ! I am a model railroader and have purchased numerous trains and miniatures on line and know the importance of careful packing and timely shipping. When I buy something new I am very anxious to receive it. I try to supply the exact service that I would want as a buyer. I know how delicate certain details and parts are. Your carefully packaged item will reflect this! Shipping: Your item will be carefully packaged and wrapped and mailed out to you within 2 days of the auctions end. I try to get to the post office at least 3 to 4 times a week so chances are your item will be out to you and in the mail The next day! I will combine shipping rates on multiple purchases ending with that same week to save you Money! Combined shipping rates are 40% to 50% of the original rate depending on the weight for each additional item. Insurance: I try and give the option of adding insurance as to keep shipping cost to a minimum.... God knows the post office is pricey to begin with! However on heavier items and more expensive items Insurance will now be Mandatory and already worked into the standard shipping cost. I apologize if this affects the final cost but according to eBaY policy it is a necessity! Boxes: If an original box is included in the auction it will be photographed and described in the listing On all used items especially pre & post war trains. If an item is anything less then Brand New MINT and no box is shown or mentioned then it is NOT included .... NY State residents will be charged an 8.875% Sales Tax per NY State Law The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active... read more

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