{"product_id":"mth-standard-gauge-black-brass-400e-tinplate-steam-engine-10-1349-0","title":"O MTH Std. Gauge Tinplate Black W\/Brass 400E Tinplate Steam Engine (Traditional) 10-1349-0","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMTH Standard Gauge 400E Tinplate Steam Engine – Black with Brass Trim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the grandeur of Lionel's legendary 400E steam locomotive, faithfully recreated by MTH Electric Trains in their Tinplate Traditions line. This stunning Standard Gauge model captures the spirit of the original 1931 masterpiece that Lionel proclaimed as \"the largest and most powerful model locomotive ever built.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Lionel introduced the 400E in 1931, they spared no hyperbole: \"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\u003eThe catalog featured real engineer Bob Butterfield of the 20th Century Limited praising the model's realism to young enthusiasts. Lionel engineers faithfully reproduced in steel, copper, brass and nickel all the fine details found in the largest, most modern railroad engines of the era. In 1931, Outfit No. 423E featuring the 400E would set you back $72.50 — equivalent to a train trip from Chicago to San Francisco with a sixteen-day stay included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Baked Enamel Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e – Durable black finish with brass trim and nickel accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Bild-A-Loco Motor\u003c\/strong\u003e – Classic operational experience with mechanical E-Unit for reverse operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDie-Cast Metal Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e – Robust construction for lasting durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamped Steel Boiler and Tender\u003c\/strong\u003e – Authentic tinplate construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrack Voltage Operating Headlight\u003c\/strong\u003e – Functional illumination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Metal Latch Couplers\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reliable coupling system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Wheels and Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e – Smooth, reliable operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Handrails and Decorative Bell\u003c\/strong\u003e – Authentic detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNickel Trim\u003c\/strong\u003e – Period-correct accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Gauge (Tinplate Traditions line)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black baked enamel with brass trim and nickel accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 1\/2\" L × 4 1\/4\" W × 5 3\/4\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Curve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Operates on STD-42 curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e MTH1013490\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis magnificent locomotive is ideal for Standard Gauge collectors, tinplate enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates the golden age of toy trains. Its impressive size and authentic detailing make it a centerpiece for any layout or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Our O Scale Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover more premium locomotives in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/o-locomotives\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eO Locomotives collection\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. 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