Here is an American Flyer 312 Vintage S PRR K-4 Locomotive and Tender Type I from the late 1940s. It features Die Cast construction, an operating headlight, 3-position reverse unit in the boiler, smoke and choo choo unit is mounted in the tender, realistic design, and a powerful motor. The K5 was one of AF’s most popular steam engines in the early Postwar Era. The included tender features tin-plate construction, tin-plate trucks with metal journals, link couplers, metal wheels & axles.

Introduced in its prototype form in the late 19th century, the 4-6-2 would take the world by storm at the turn of the 20th century, being seen as one of the biggest innovation in the history of locomotives — the 4-6-2 would quickly finds its place in rail-yards across the world. Heralded for its ability to haul passengers, the 4-6-2 was a versatile model hauling freight and coal as well, with tank variants being introduced later during the 20th century. Traveling at speeds upwards of 100mph the 4-6-2was featured on rail-ways ranging from Argentina to Egypt, and all the way to the far East in China! Now’s your chance to add some history to your collection.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-7: Excellent based on visual appearance. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. There are light nicks and scratches on the surface of this item as well as the underframe. When put on the test track it did not run. The wheels show signs of wear. The original box is not included. The instruction manual is not included. Overall condition is Excellent.

Condition: Excellent (C-7)
Operational Status: As is
Original Box: No

Manufacturer: American Flyer
Model Number: 312
Years Manufactured: 1949 – 1951
Road Name: American Flyer Lines

Scale/Era: S Postwar
Model Type: Steam Loco

The SKU for this item is 5953303.

Product Id: 11378858