Lionel Post War 3461 Green Operating Log Dump Car *C8

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The 3461 Operating Log Dump car is a continuation of the 3451 operating Log Dump car of the late 1940's. Except for the number, the only difference between the cars is the 3451 had coil couplers while the 3461 has magnetic couplers. All operating log dump cars are popular cars, both in the 1950's and with the operators and collectorsg of today. The 3461 is the perfect car to be used with Lionel's 364 Conveyor Log Loader accessory. Because of the high play value of the dump cars, especially when used with the 364 Log Loader, many of these cars today are found in less than collectable condition. Locating a collectable version will require some effort. A green version of the 3461 was produced by Lionel late in its production run. This version is harder to locate than the common black version and is actively sought-after by the collecting community. Features The 3461 is a high quality operating car made by Lionel. Standard features include: die-cast frame, sheet-metal operating dump frame, eight metal side stakes, dual operating couplers, a single brakewheel and brakestand plus five wooden logs. The car was introduced with staple-end trucks and changed to bar-end trucks in 1952. Production of the car from 1949 to 1953 the was always black with white lettering. In 1954, the die-cast frame was changed to a painted green with white lettering. However, the sheet-metal operating dump frame continued to be black. Additional Detail, Photos & Box Information Although not well known, one of the most diffuicult items to locate for a 3461 log dump car is the separate-sale box for the green version. Most green log dump cars were included in sets and few were sold as separate items. Locating the large -25 box will require time. Black, Staple-End Trucks - - Estimated to run from 1949 through 1952. Black, Bar-end Trucks - Estimated to run from 1952 through 1954. Green - shown in pictures above- The final production run in 1954 and 1955. It is estimated the car was never produced in 1955 but is simply left-over inventory from 1954. This is the hardest version to locate.Here we have the last and hardest version to locate in green paint finish. This classic operating car is in beautiful condition, no breaks or cracks, super clean, rust free. White heat stamped lettering is bright and bold, metal parts have a great factory fresh shine. Wheel sets show low run time. Comes with 5 stained wood logs. Car rates a solid c8. Please check my other listings for more Lionel and O scale as I will combine shipping to save you money! 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... read more

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