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Mrj303
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Lionel 027 #2016 Locomotive, I believe it may be cast iron or some other kind of metal. It is very heavy. Excellent Condition.
See my whole collection in my profile. I also have train tracks and transformers. They have all been in storage for decades. They are from a collector who took pride in his collection.
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Postwar Lionel Model TrainsDuring World War II, Lionel’s Irvington, New Jersey factory was kept busy f…
Had one of these as a kid, they were 'pot metal' poor grade casting, but it server me and my two brothers very well.............
You both are right, it is not cast iron. I haven't been able to find this one on any collector's sites.
Mrj303, more than you want to know...............: http://www.postwarlionel.com/cgi-bin/postwar?ITEM=2016
I have the exact same engine in perfect condition along with cars, track, transformer and some accessories. Recieved when I was a kid 45 yrs ago. Been wrapped in newspaper in a box and setting on a shelf.
Thank you for everyone's interest
Thank you OfficialFuel for all of them!