{"product_id":"mth-standard-gauge-400e-steam-engine-gray-brass-trim-proto-sound-10-1350-1","title":"O MTH Std. Gauge Tinplate Gray W\/Brass Trim 400E Std. Gauge Steam Engine W\/Proto-Sound 3.0 - 10-1350-1","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMTH Standard Gauge 400E Steam Engine – Tinplate Traditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the legendary power and craftsmanship of the \u003cstrong\u003eMTH Standard Gauge 400E Steam Engine\u003c\/strong\u003e in stunning gun metal gray with brass trim. This meticulously detailed O scale locomotive brings the golden age of railroading to life with modern Proto-Sound 3.0 technology and authentic tinplate construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"The largest and most powerful model locomotive ever built,\" proclaimed the 1931 catalog that introduced the 400E. Lionel spared no hyperbole in announcing its new steam engine: \"Never before in the history of model train building has such a powerful locomotive been offered the American boy. This new 400E is the master of them all — a veritable giant of the rails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"In its creation, Lionel engineers have faithfully reproduced in steel, copper, brass and nickel, all of those fine and minute details that are found only in the largest, most modern railroad engines. Its long, low lines, its beauty of color and design and its mechanical precision opens the door for every boy to greater fun and enjoyment.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe catalog cover depicted a real engineer praising the model to a pair of knicker-clad boys: \"'Just like mine' says Bob Butterfield, engineer of the 20th Century Limited.\" Apparently the engineer of the New York Central 4-6-4 Hudson ignored the fact that the 400E was short one set of drivers, to enable it to negotiate standard gauge curves. The inside of the catalog featured three more engineers praising the realism of Lionel's models, with the slogan \"Lionel trains are the trains railroad men buy for their boys.\" Outfit No. 423E, a freight set headed by the 400E, would set you back $72.50 in 1931 — about the same price as a train trip from Chicago to San Francisco, including a sixteen-day stay in the city by the bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamped Steel Boiler\u003c\/strong\u003e – Authentic tinplate construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDie-Cast Metal Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e – Durable and precise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDie-Cast Metal Tender Body\u003c\/strong\u003e – Premium construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaked Enamel Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e – Gun metal gray with brass trim and nickel accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Handrails, Whistle and Bell\u003c\/strong\u003e – Realistic detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Wheels and Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e – Superior durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Latch Couplers\u003c\/strong\u003e – Secure connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrototypical Rule 17 Lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e – Authentic operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstant Voltage LED Headlight\u003c\/strong\u003e – Bright, efficient illumination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating LED Firebox Glow\u003c\/strong\u003e – Realistic fire effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful Precision Flywheel-Equipped Motor\u003c\/strong\u003e – Smooth, reliable performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSynchronized Puffing ProtoSmoke System\u003c\/strong\u003e – Immersive smoke effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocomotive Speed Control\u003c\/strong\u003e – In scale MPH increments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnboard DCC\/DCS Decoder\u003c\/strong\u003e – Compatible with digital command systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProto-Sound 3.0 With Digital Command System\u003c\/strong\u003e – Featuring freight yard Proto-Effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Measures:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 1\/2\" x 4 1\/4\" x 5 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperates On STD-42 Curves\u003c\/strong\u003e – Standard gauge compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Gauge, part of the prestigious \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/o-locomotives\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTinplate Traditions line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gun metal gray baked enamel finish with brass trim and nickel accents\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a powerful precision flywheel-equipped motor\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes an onboard DCC\/DCS decoder and the full Proto-Sound 3.0 with the Digital Command System (DCS), featuring passenger station Proto-Effects\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped steel boiler and die-cast metal tender body\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constant voltage LED headlight, operating LED firebox glow, and prototypical Rule 17 lighting\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoke System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Synchronized puffing ProtoSmoke system\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal handrails, whistle, bell, wheels and axles\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 1\/2\" x 4 1\/4\" x 5 3\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Curve Radius:\u003c\/strong\u003e Operates on STD-42 curves\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e MTH1013501\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout MTH Electric Trains\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMTH Electric Trains is renowned for producing highly detailed, museum-quality model trains with cutting-edge sound and control technology. Their Tinplate Traditions line faithfully recreates classic designs with modern features. Learn more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mthtrains.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMTH Electric Trains and their product line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEnhance Your Layout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your standard gauge railroad with these complementary products from MPM Hobbies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/o-locomotives\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eO Scale Locomotives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Explore our full collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/o-freight-cars\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eO Scale Freight Cars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Build your consist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/o-passenger-cars\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eO Scale Passenger Cars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Add passenger service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/o-track\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eO Scale Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Expand your railroad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis magnificent standard gauge steam engine represents the pinnacle of tinplate modeling, combining historical authenticity with modern technology for an unparalleled operating experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MTH Electric Trains","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51769864421607,"sku":"MTH1013501","price":1159.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7798\/9095\/files\/MPM_1_b0926ee2-2f5e-4dc5-be73-ab06012c4ffd.jpg?v=1770990593","url":"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/products\/mth-standard-gauge-400e-steam-engine-gray-brass-trim-proto-sound-10-1350-1","provider":"MPM Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}