This is Lionel prewar set #347E, a set comprised of the 8E electric outline locomotive and two passenger cars.
Interesting note: The 8E is such a sharp looking unit and came with the early pendulum reverse unit. Note that the pendulum reverse has an internal on/off mechanism. It is best to hit it with power and use the direction button to move between directions to maintain juice. It is best to hold the direction button down as sometimes it takes a few seconds to switch to energize. I like having the real deal; some folks rewire around it. The neat thing is that it will be your choice!
The set includes:
- Lionel 8e locomtoive
- Lionel 337 Coach
- Lionel 338 Observation
- Rheostat
- Set Box
- Component boxes
Features
- All original
- Standard gauge
- Olive versions
- Olive green body and roof
- Maroon windows, doors and number boards
- Maintenance stickers still under passenger cars but show wear
There is no track or transformer with this set. It did originally come with track. If you require track and a power unit to go with this set and rheostat, we can set you up with them in a separate listing.
CONDITION: Overall, very good plus condition.
8E Engine has been serviced and is running and reversing. Note it has the original pendulum reverse unit. Engine has some cracked metal around headlight housing and shows general playwear such as scratches and scuffs, but overall, looks great.
Passenger cars 337 and 338 are complete and nice but also show general playwear. Windows coming up a little bit in passenger car; observation has some paint chips; plates show oxidation.
BOXES Outer set box has some wear but the labels are largely complete. Visible stamping. Individual boxes are here, complete with original Lionel tape and flaps as pictured.All boxes show rubs and discoloration, some flaking and rubs.