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Lionel 397 Vintage O Belt Coal Loader with Yellow Motor Cover & Light - RARE/Box

$ 269.27

Availability: 100 in stock
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Condition: Used
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
  • MPN: 397
  • Brand: Lionel
  • Year: 1948-1957
  • Grading: C-6 Very Good

    Description

    This is a Lionel early version of the 397 Rubber Belt Coal Loader from 1948 with the yellow painted motor cover a... This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good. The motor runs but the item does not work properly. Additionally, there are light nicks and scratches along the body, and spots of surface rust on the metal parts. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is included and in very good condition. Check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Very Good. Availability: Ships within 1 Business Day!
    Lionel 397 Vintage O Belt Coal Loader with Yellow Motor Cover & Light - RARE/Box
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    This is a Lionel early version of the 397 Rubber Belt Coal Loader from 1948 with the yellow painted motor cover and the attached #70 yard light. This version is especially hard to find. The version with the blue motor cover is the common version. When activated the motor turns the rubber drive belt which loads coal into a waiting car. In addition coal can be dumped into the loader from a car. The 397 can also be used in conjunction with the 456 Coal Ramp. It measures 7 inches tall x 10 inches long x 7 inches wide.
    This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good. The motor runs but the item does not work properly. Additionally, there are light nicks and scratches along the body, and spots of surface rust on the metal parts. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is included and in very good condition. Check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Very Good.
    Condition:
    Very Good (
    C-6
    Minor scratches and paint nicks, minor surface rust, no dents. Minor parts replaced.
    Standards for all toy train related accessory items apply to the visual appearance of the item and do not consider the operating functionality of the equipment.
    Condition and Grading Standards are subjective, at best, and are intended to act as a guide.
    )
    Operational Status:
    See Description
    See item description.
    Original Box:
    Yes (
    P-6
    Minor abrasions, creases, small tears, color changes, soiling. Missing inner liners.
    )
    Manufacturer:
    Lionel
    Model Number:
    397
    Years Manufactured:
    1948 - 1957
    Scale/Era:
    O Postwar
    Model Type:
    Accessories
    Availability:
    Ships within 1 Business Day!
    The Trainz SKU for this item is 4667363.
    Track: 4667363 - 1400-B (Z1) TL/KJ/CH - 001 - TrainzAuctionGroup004 - TDID17580 ProductId: 11422659
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