{"product_id":"mth-standard-gauge-tinplate-400e-steam-engine-gray-brass-10-1350-0","title":"O MTH Std. Gauge Tinplate Gray W\/Brass 400E Tinplate Steam Engine (Traditional) 10-1350-0","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMTH Standard Gauge Tinplate 400E Steam Engine – Gun Metal Gray with Brass Trim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the grandeur of Lionel's legendary 400E steam locomotive, faithfully recreated by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mthtrains.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eMTH Electric Trains\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in stunning Standard Gauge tinplate. This meticulously crafted model captures the spirit of the \"largest and most powerful model locomotive ever built,\" as proclaimed in Lionel's iconic 1931 catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Lionel 400E was introduced in 1931 as a masterpiece of model engineering. Lionel spared no hyperbole in announcing this 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\u003eIn its creation, Lionel engineers faithfully reproduced in steel, copper, brass and nickel all of those fine and minute details found only in the largest, most modern railroad engines. Its long, low lines, beauty of color and design, and mechanical precision opened 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.\" 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\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaked Enamel Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e – Durable gun metal gray finish with authentic brass trim and nickel accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Bild-A-Loco Motor\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reliable power with mechanical E-Unit for reverse operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDie-Cast Metal Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e – Solid construction for stability and longevity\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 – Illuminates your layout with realistic lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Metal Latch Couplers\u003c\/strong\u003e – Connect to your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/o-freight-cars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eO Scale freight cars\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and passenger cars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Wheels and Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e – Smooth operation and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Handrails and Decorative Bell\u003c\/strong\u003e – Authentic detailing throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNickel Trim\u003c\/strong\u003e – Period-correct finishing touches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Gauge, part of the Tinplate Traditions line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gun Metal Gray baked enamel finish with brass trim and nickel accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Bild-A-Loco motor with mechanical E-Unit for reverse operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped steel boiler and matching stamped steel tender on die-cast metal chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Track voltage operating headlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal wheels, axles, handrails, decorative bell, and operating metal latch couplers\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 Radius:\u003c\/strong\u003e Operates on STD-42 curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-1350-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Collectors and Operators\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis MTH Standard Gauge 400E is ideal for tinplate enthusiasts, collectors of classic toy trains, and operators who appreciate the golden age of model railroading. Pair it with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/o-passenger-cars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eO Scale passenger cars\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/o-freight-cars\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003efreight cars\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to create an impressive Standard Gauge layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/o-locomotives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eO Scale locomotives\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/standard-gauge\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eStandard Gauge tinplate trains\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at MPM Hobbies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information about MTH Electric Trains and their product line, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mthtrains.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003ehttps:\/\/mthtrains.com\/\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MTH Electric Trains","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51769861275879,"sku":"MTH1013500","price":1159.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7798\/9095\/files\/MPM_1_046ca1ab-62a0-41d4-970b-c6651756e58b.jpg?v=1770990585","url":"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/products\/mth-standard-gauge-tinplate-400e-steam-engine-gray-brass-10-1350-0","provider":"MPM Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}