Product Overview
Condition: 7 / 7+ Original Box: N/A Year: 1952
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Now available for sale is the one-year-only and very hard-to-find Western Pacific F3 AA diesels from 1952. These diesel locomotives are decorated with the prototypical Western Pacific paint scheme which was frequently seen along the western railroad landscape during the 1950's and 1960's. The exterior shells are clean, the silver is bright and the side lettering, graphics and decals are all in nice condition. Overall condition of this set is as follows:
- Power unit: Graded at a solid 7, possibly a 7+. The exterior shell is clean, the silver is vibrant plus the side lettering, graphics and decals are all in nice condition (although there is minor flaking on the front decal). There are minor surface marks on the exterior from usage, but nothing is nicked, chipped nor damaged. Additionally, the interior of power unit is as clean as the exterior plus there is no rust nor oxidation on the diesel. Lastly, the side porthole lens appears are original components plus the diesel has been tested and runs like a champ. The motors are nice and smooth, the headlight does illuminate, the e-unit cycles perfectly, the front coupler works properly and the relay for the horn works as designed. However the actual horn does not work and will need to be replaced. Since most enthusiasts prefer an all original Western Pacific, the non-functional horn has been kept in the unit for originality (although reproduction horns are readily available). Otherwise, it's a nice and clean unit.
- Trailer unit: Graded at a solid 7. Like the power unit, the exterior shell is clean, the silver is vibrant plus the side lettering, graphics and decals are all in nice condition (although there is minor flaking on the front decal). Additionally, the interior of the trailer unit is as clean as the exterior plus there is rust nor oxidation on the diesel. Lastly, the side porthole lens are original components, the front coupler works as designed and the interior light does illuminate. Otherwise, it's a nice and clean unit.
If you looking for a nice and clean set of Western Pacific diesels to operate on a layout or display within your collection, this pair of 2345's can easily accomplish both of these tasks for you.
