MTH 4-6-2 O Guage Torpedo Steam Engine w/Whistle Smoke

This item is modified. Tender shell replaced with ABS shell due to known zinc pest issues in original run from the factory. Please see pictures and video for details. Includes original box and packing. The MTH 30-1118-0 is a beautifully rendered O Gauge model of the legendary Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) #3768 "Torpedo." Designed by the famed industrial designer Raymond Loewy, this locomotive represents the pinnacle of 1930s Art Deco streamlined styling. Built for the RailKing line, this model scales down the striking, aerodynamic aesthetic of the prototype into a package that runs flawlessly on traditional, tight-radius layouts. Art Deco Design: Instantly recognizable bullet-nosed streamlining that stands out on any layout or display shelf. Heavy-Duty Construction: Built with a durable die-cast metal boiler and chassis, providing excellent traction and a premium, heavy feel.*** Tender shell has been replaced with a PRR Brunswick green ABS shell. Equipped with a precision flywheel-equipped can motor for realistic, jerk-free starting and stopping performance. Classic Sound & Control: Features a dependable QSI DCRU electronic reverse unit and a classic electronic whistle. The DCRU can be switched off with the switch located under the tender chassis. Technical Specifications Feature Specification:Scale / GaugeO Gauge / O Scale Traditional Wheel Configuration:4-6-2 (Pacific Class) Road Name:Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR)Road Number3768 Minimum Curve :O-31 Motor Type:Precision Flywheel Can Motor Control System:QSI DCRU Electronic Reverse Unit Couplers: Operating Die-Cast Metal Knuckle Coupler (Tender) Smoke System:Operating ProtoSmoke Unit Perfect addition for the The PRR Enthusiast: Perfect for collectors dedicated to the Pennsylvania Railroad who want to showcase one of the most unique shroud designs in rail history. Traditional Layout Operators: Ideal for hobbyists with standard O-31 layouts who want the dramatic look of a large streamlined locomotive without needing massive scale-radius curves. Vintage MTH Collectors: Highly attractive to fans of late-90s "built-to-last" MTH craftsmanship, known for simple, bulletproof electronics and high-durability gearboxes.