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Item No: 188398

$450

Description
Grading
Brass Guide

Model Attributes

Running Noise (1 = low, 10 = high): 6
Motor Type: Can
Window Glazing: No
In-Cab / Interior Detail: Backhead
Lights: No
DCC: No
DCC System: n/a
Sound: No

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Notes: The shield on the main cylinder on the engineers side is detached but included.

INFO: Model grading is shown in the "GRADING" tab

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The Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) L-2a locomotives were a class of five 4-6-4 "Hudson" type steam locomotives built by Baldwin in 1948. They were a revision of the earlier L-2 class and are notable for being some of the last passenger steam locomotives built in the United States, as well as the heaviest Hudsons ever constructed.

The L-2a locomotives were intended for hauling high-speed, express passenger trains like the George Washington on the C&O's flatter, level routes. They incorporated a number of modern features for the time, including roller bearings on all axles. A key difference from the earlier L-2 class was the use of Franklin RC poppet valves instead of the traditional Baker valve gear.

With a total locomotive weight of 443,000 pounds, the L-2a class was the heaviest of any 4-6-4 Hudson type. This immense bulk, however, may have negated the potential performance gains from the advanced poppet valves.

The five L-2a locomotives (numbered 310–314) were ordered in 1948 and had a very short working life. The cost for these last-of-their-kind steam engines was significantly higher than the earlier L-2s. By 1953, the C&O had fully transitioned its passenger services to diesel power, and the Hudsons were not suitable for freight work. All L-2 and L-2a locomotives were subsequently scrapped, and none were preserved.

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Appearance

50	Condition - Mint Custom paint - Professional quality Factory paint - Professional quality Weathered paint - Professional quality Unpainted - No tarnish All detail parts and components properly installed
40	Condition - Excellent Custom paint - Excellent quality, decals applied correctly Factory paint - Excellent quality Weathered paint - Excellent quality Unpainted - Minor tarnish Indications of use - Minor
35	Condition - Average Custom paint - Average quality Very minor paint chips / scratches / blemishes Minor detail part(s) - Detached, but included Factory paint - Average quality Weathered paint - Average quality Unpainted - Average tarnish Indications of use - Average
30	Condition - Below average quality Custom paint - Below average quality Factory paint - Below average quality Weathered paint - Below average quality Multiple paint chips / scratches / blemishes Unpainted - Major tarnish Minor detail part(s) - Missing Major detail part(s) - Detached, but included
25	Condition - Poor Custom paint - Poor Factory paint - Poor Weathered paint - Poor Private road Multiple or large paint chips/dings in model Some foam damage on model
20	Condition - Poor Custom paint - Poor Factory paint - Poor Weathered paint - Poor
15	Dents - Small/minor Damage caused by over-lubrication Major components - Detached, but included Damaged, but possibly salvageable
0	Dents - Major May have been dropped Major components - Part(s) missing Badly damaged

Mechanical / Electrical

40	Running condition - Extremely smooth Drivers/wheels - Mint, not used Lights (if equipped) - Function correctly Parts - Contain only original Motor - Original, new condition Motor - N/A (i.e. passenger, rolling stock) DCC/Sound (if equipped) - Professional install/operation
35	Running condition - Excellent at all speeds Drivers/wheels - Slightly used, no indications of wear Parts - May contain upgraded DCC/Sound (if equipped) - Very good install/operation
30	Running condition - Average at all speeds Drivers/wheels - Dirty and/or squeaky Lights (if equipped) - Some not functioning correctly
26	Running condition - Below average Hesitation at slower speeds Drivers/wheels - Minor burnishing of drivers Lights (if equipped) - Poor install/wires exposed DCC/Sound (if equipped) - Poor install/wires exposed
22	DCC/Sound (if equipped) - Not functioning Accessories - Installed, not functioning Small holes have been drilled
20	Drivers/Wheels - Minor wear, brass slightly visible
18	Running condition - Poor Running condition - Erratic, jerking motions at slow speeds Holes drilled in engine or tender
16	Running condition - Poor Motor - Spins, no movement (motor tubing rotted) Possible electrical short, sparks
12	Running condition - Extremely poor Parts and or components need replacement
4	Running condition - Not running, all parts included Drivers/wheels - Heavy wear on all drivers Valve gear locked up Motor and/or gears ruined
0	Running condition - Not running, missing parts Missing motor, gearbox or other major component

Box & Foam

10	Condition - Mint Factory supplied spare parts included
8	Condition - Excellent, minor shelf wear Factory supplied spare parts missing Original model wrapping missing or replaced
6	Condition - Average, indication of wear Tape marks, cuts Dealer sticker/stamps on box
4	Condition - Below average, missing labels Replacement box and/or foam Bad foam
2	Condition - Poor, very rough appearance Possible water damage/mildew
0	No box

BG-SKU:	22318
Scale:	HO
Importer:	NJ Custom Brass
Category:	Steam
Sub-category:	Non-Articulated
Builder:	DAI YOUNG
Road:	Chesapeake & Ohio
Type:
Description:	L-2A
Whyte:	4-6-4
Year(s):	1979
Catalog No:	ST·269
Notes:	UNPAINTED - POPPET VALVE

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