This page contains our current inventory of Postwar
Lionel accessories and includes the following:
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| Postwar Lionel Accessories | |||||
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| Catalog # | Item | Grade | Photo | Price | Description & More Information |
| SP-12 | Dealer Display Pack of Smoke Pellets |
E+/OB | Yes | $195 | An item we have not had in many years: a Dealer Display Pack of twelve (12) smoke pellet bottles!
Photo of the back and one side. The carton measures 5 inches wide by 3 3/4 inches deep by 2 1/4 inches high. Photo of the front and the other side showing the box partially open. The display carton is a grade 7 original box (tears; creases; tape; some dirt; "aged" look). Photo of the bottom. Even with the flaws, this box is very presentable: it is complete and square plus it has the rare insert which is often lost. Photo of the inside with the bottles removed to show the insert. Photo of the inside with the lid lifted and showing the caps of the bottles. The display is a matched set: each bottle has the same exact label and each one has a round cap with the same exact design. The condition of the labels ranges from E- (one or two) to E++ (most). Four bottles are full containing all 50 pellets which are all largely intact -- not crumbling into powder while the remaining eight bottles are empty. Note that repro pellets are available and can be used to dress up this piece if desired. Photo of the 12 bottles. Separate sale items are not easy to find and this one is a very, very unusual and scarce piece! |
| 35 | Boulevard Lamp Post |
===> | ===> | ===> | If you are searching for a quaint-looking Lamp Post for your layout, we have a prewar version of the scarce #35 Boulevard Lamp Post for sale.
Click here to go to our Prewar Page to read about a die-cast, gray-painted Boulevard Lamp Post. |
| 70 | Lamp Post | VG/OB | Yes | $ 35 | A very useful, metal & Bakelite "Yard Light" from 1949-50: measures 4 1/2 inches high. Common problem with the Bakelite cracked at the top of the base with a small piece missing and that's it for flaws; it's very clean overall.
Another view of the Lamp & another view of the box. Grade 7 original box (missing one tuck and that end is taped shut; tears; stains; "period" writing). The box is decent even with the flaws as it is square and sturdy. The fixture does light! |
| 93 | Water Tower | Good | Yes | $ 30 SOLD |
The all-metal water tower from 1946-50: has a red base, silver tower, silver tank and black spout. It measures approximately 8 3/8 inches tall.
An "aerial" view of the water tower. Has surface rust in various places (mostly on the tower legs). Close-up of the decal. Despite the rust spots, this ALL ORIGINAL water tower still looks good as it has a nice base with vibrant paint and the decal is almost 100% intact! A great layout piece -- looks prototypical and there is nothing bent or altered plus the decal (which is often cracked or missing) looks nice. Click here to go to Our Archives Page to read more about 93 Water Towers. |
| 140 | Banjo Signal | Ex./OB | Yes | $ 40 | Very useful illuminated warning signal from 1958: offered by Lionel for many years, this action-oriented accessory has a moving arm that crosses in front of a painted bulb thereby creating the illusion of a flashing red light. It has a die-cast base with a plastic crossbuck.
Photo of both the front & back of the signal. Minimal flaws: it is clean with strong lettering. Has the correct, original 145C contactor and the original instruction sheet #145-56, dated 2-58. Photo of the box. Grade 6 original box (tears; creases; some dirt; lots of tape). The box has some flaws but it is complete, fairly square and sturdy. The signal lights and works perfectly! |
| 156 | Station Platform | Ex./OB | Yes | $160 | Illuminated Station Platform from the early 40s with original fencing and original signs: (LIONEL Chem-Lab -- BABY RUTH -- SUNOCO -- RIVAL). Original red roof and green base.
Photo of the other side. The roof has a one-inch area in length where there is some paint loss and the base has some paint chips. In addition, the center silver post is somewhat tarnished. However, this station still looks great as it is very, very clean with nice vibrant paint -- and it does light! Close-up of one side of the signs. The original signs are clean with nice graphics. An "aerial" view. Photo of the box. Grade 7+ original box (stains; writing; label is faded; homemade inserts). Another view of the box. Even with the flaws, this box is very presentable as it is fairly clean, square and very sturdy -- plus there is no un-original tape anywhere. Close-up of the end label. This corrugated box was made by the Gair Bogota Corrugated & Fibre Box Corporation. Close-up of the manufacturer's information. This very popular, prewar carryover piece is always a nice addition to any layout and many operators have purchased six (6) over the years to try to duplicate the Lionel layout scene in New York in the late 40's. |
| 163 | Single-target Block Signal | E+++/OB | Yes | $40 | A Single-target (9-inch high) Block Signal from the early and mid-60s: has red and green lights located inside the target housing that provide indirect illumination.
Two views of the signal. Comes with the original 153C contactor and correct original instruction sheet #452-15, dated 4/61. Photo of the instruction sheet and contactor. Photo of the box. Grade 6 original box (missing the front window; tears; creases). Has the insert and this box is very presentable as it is clean, square and sturdy -- plus there is no tape anywhere! Another view of the box. This very useful signal is very, very clean and it works perfectly! |
| 193 | Blinking Water Tower |
See Notes OB |
Yes | $110 | A very unusual piece: the flashing water tower from 1953 painted BLACK! Gray plastic base with a green shed, black cardboard center pipe plus a silver catwalk and silver tank with a black metal ladder. The base measures 6 inches wide by 6 inches deep. The overall height of the unit is 15 7/8 inches.
Photo of the tank top and catwalk. Has a melt mark on the catwalk fencing and that's about it for flaws. It is a very nice piece overall (E+): it is all original and very clean with nice vibrant paint! Photo of the box. Grade 8+ original box (a few small stains; minor creases; scrapes on one end flap; store stamp). Another view of the box. Has the INSERT and the box is SOLID: clean, complete, square and sturdy -- plus there is no un-original tape anywhere! Photo of the bottom showing the box manufacturer's data. Includes the original instruction sheet #193-24, dated 6-53. Photo of the box insert and instruction sheet. The 193 water tower is a great layout piece: it is impressive looking plus the unit lights and works perfectly -- and it comes in one of the nicest 193 boxes we have ever seen! |
| 195 | Floodlight Tower | E+/OB | Yes | $60 | A Railroad Yard Light from 1959: the tower is 12 3/4 inches high, has an 8-light bank and is great for nighttime operations!
Photo of the front & back of the Tower. Some burrs around the mounting holes on the base providing evidence that this fixture was once used on a layout. That's it for flaws! It is a very clean piece with no cracks -- and of course it does work! Close-up of the light bank. Version with narrow rectangular slots in the tower top. File photo showing the top of this second version to the later version from the '60s. Has the original instruction sheet #195-25 (dated 9/59 with black printing). Photo of both sides of the instruction sheet. Photo of the box. Grade 7 original box (lots of tape; tape residue; tears; creases; scrapes; writing; discolored). Has the insert and even with the flaws, this box is decent as it is fairly clean, complete, square & sturdy! Another view of the box. Nice, useful layout piece! |
| 195 | Floodlight Tower | E+ | Yes | $40 | A Railroad Yard Light from 1957: the tower is 12 3/4 inches high, has an 8-light bank and is great for nighttime operations! Earliest version with plain tower top.
File photo showing the top of this earliest version to the second version from 1958-60. Some burrs around the mounting holes on the base providing evidence that this fixture was once used on a layout. That's it for flaws! It is a very clean piece with no cracks -- and of course it does work! Nice, useful layout piece! |
| 256 | Freight Station | E+/OB | Yes | $ 60 | An illuminated freight station with original signs: (BABY RUTH -- SUNOCO -- RIVAL).
Photo of the other side. Designed for a wayside freight/passenger facility; it has a white building, maroon base and a green roof. Another view of the station. Missing the posters (repros are available). An "aerial" view. Very clean and all intact plus it has the original fencing! Close-up of one side of the signs. Photo of the box. Grade 7+ original (corrugated) box (some dirt, tears, punctures and creases; no inserts. Another view of the box. The box is solid: square and very sturdy -- plus there is no un-original tape anywhere. Photo of the top of the box. This corrugated box was made by the Gair Bogota Corporation. Close-up of the manufacturer's information. The 256 was sold from 1950 to 1953 but the distinctive 1-year-only box style (with the graphics printed on the box) helps to date this accessory as a 1950 item. Measures 15 inches long, 5 inches wide and 5 1/2 inches high. It is a great layout piece! |
| 310 | Billboard Sheet | E/E+ | Yes | $ 35 | A complete UNCUT set of 6 card-stock billboards made in 1955 (but used by Lionel again in 1956). This assortment of original billboards includes these ads: (DuPONT -- WRIGLEY'S -- SNOW CROP -- LOG CABIN -- KOOL-AID -- FRAM).
A close-up of the DuPont billboard with the year showing in the corner printing. All of the billboards are in excellent (or better) condition with only minor flaws including small tears & small creases plus a little discoloration on some. The billboards were not separated but as usual, two were folded over by Lionel (in the crease provided) to fit inside a set box. If you have a boxed 1955 or 1956 Lionel train set, it is not complete without this billboard sheet! |
| 317 | Trestle Bridge | E-/OB | Yes | $ 85 | A single-span, gray-painted trestle bridge from 1950-56.
Photo of the other side of the bridge. Measures 24 inches long, 6 inches high and 6 1/8 inches wide. Photo of the bridge's decking. A few scratches and some rust spots but overall this bridge looks nice. Although it shows some use, it is clean and complete with no alterations. Photo of the bridge's decking. Photo of the box. Grade 6+ original box (original corner tape is gone and ugly duct tape is there now; some dirt; small stain; minor writing). Photo of one of the box end flaps. A few flaws but the box is still very useful as it is complete and square -- plus the duct tape comes right off if you want to repair this box properly. In any case, it will protect the bridge in shipment and in storage. What's a layout without a bridge? We have not had many bridges over the years and this one is very presentable. |
| 395 | Floodlight Tower | E+/OB | Yes | $110 SOLD |
A gorgeous, all-metal, four-light, green floodlight tower from 1953-55.
Another view of the tower. It is an impressive structure measuring 5 inches wide by 5 inches long by 11 1/2 inches high. Close-up photo of the ID plate. A few small paint chips plus some scratches on the base around the mounting holes giving evidence that this piece was once used on a layout. That's it for flaws; it is sharp: rust free and very, very clean with nice vibrant paint -- and of course, it does work! An "aerial" view providing a close-up of the platform. Photo of the box. Grade 8 original box (tears; some stains; small crease; no insert). This box is solid: square and sturdy and there is no tape anywhere! Another view of the box. Floodlight tower boxes are not that easy to find nice and this one is among the nicest ones we have ever had. Has the original instruction sheet #395-37, dated 7/53. Photo of the instruction sheet. Note that the green floodlight tower is believed to have been available from 1949 to 1956 but the box and this instruction sheet help to date this piece as having been made sometime between 1953 and 1955. If you need some light on your layout, this piece will do it! It is one of the nicest 395 Floodlight Towers we have ever had and it comes in a very, very strong box! |
| 395 | Floodlight Tower | E+/OB | Yes | $ 75 | A popular operating accessory made in 1954 & 1955: the stamped-aluminum, four-light, silver floodlight tower.
Close-up photo of the ID plate. It is an impressive structure measuring 5 inches wide by 5 inches long by 11 1/2 inches high. An "aerial" view providing a close-up of the platform. Some discoloration in the silver and that's it for flaws; it is sharp: very, very clean with a nice "chrome look" -- and of course, it does work! Photo of the box. Grade 5 original box (tears; creases; small pieces missing; loads of clear tape inside and out; a few pieces of ugly black tape on one end). Another view of the box. The box is not pretty but it has both end flaps and all of its inner flaps plus it is sturdy; it will provide protection for the accessory both in shipping and in storage. If you need some light on your layout, this piece will do it! This piece is the first stamped-aluminum 395 Tower we have ever had in collector-quality condition! |
| 455 | Oil Derrick | E++/OB | Yes | $325 | An accessory with action: the bubbling and pumping Oil Derrick: when the unit is energized, the lamp under the bubbling tube lights up which then heats the oil in the tube causing small vapor bubbles to rise to the top thus creating the illusion of flowing oil. In addition, a solenoid and plunger mechanism under the base drives the walking beam to rock back and forth intermittently to simulate oil pumping.
Two views of the derrick. Has a few small paint chips on the base and the Sunoco sign is a repro; that's it for flaws. This unit is stunning: very, very clean with beautiful vibrant paint plus it lights, bubbles and works perfectly! Close-up of the base and operating parts. Photo of the box. Grade 8 original box (original corner tape is separating; tears; creases). Another view of the box. A solid box: complete, clean, square and sturdy -- plus there is no un-original tape anywhere! Photo of the bottom and the other two sides of the box. This St. Joe Kraft corrugated box has the year stamped on the bottom. Photo of the manufacturer's information and date. Has the box insert plus the correct, original instruction sheet #455-81, dated 8/50 (creases), the original four oil drums, the correct, original 364C slide switch and the original inspection slip! Photo of the box insert, instruction sheet, oil drums, slide switch and the inspection slip. The 455 was sold from 1950 to 1954 but the distinctive 1-year-only box style (with the year & graphics printed on the box) and the instruction sheet help to date this accessory as a 1950 item. A superb layout piece: one of the nicest Oil Derricks we have ever seen -- and it's in a very, very strong box! |
| 462 | Derrick Platform Set | E+++/OB | Yes | $625 | One of the most desirable accessories from the "Space and Military" series -- the Derrick Platform Set from 1961-62!
Photo of the derrick platform in "action" showing both canisters. The boom, mast, hook, bale clips and canisters are all original, clean and all intact. The canisters are the correct ones for this accessory: unpainted gray plastic with heat-stamped lettering -- and the lettering on each one is gorgeous. A view of the back with the boom collapsed. Photo of the box. Grade 7+ original box (scuffs; minor tears; creases; small punctures; store price sticker). Another view of the box. Has both inserts and this box is solid: clean, square & sturdy -- plus there is no tape anywhere! Photo of the canisters, box inserts and the instruction sheet. Has the original instruction sheet #462-26 (dated 10/61). We have not had this scarce accessory for sale in years and this one is sharp -- and it comes in a very, very strong box! |
| 494 | Operating Beacon Tower | E+/OB | Yes | $110 | A handy operating accessory from 1954-55: this one is the harder-to-find painted silver stamped-steel version -- not the common, lightweight aluminum version!
Close-up of the beacon and platform. A few touch-up spots on the base plus some scratches around the mounting holes providing evidence that this piece was once used on a layout; that's about it for flaws. The piece is very clean overall with no major blemishes! Close-up of the nameplate. Original beacon top and original housing. Photo of the box. Grade 7+ original box (creases; minor writing; small stains; a few tears). Another view of the box. Has the insert and round protective cylinder for the beacon and this box is solid: complete, square and sturdy -- plus there is no tape anywhere! Photo of the box insert, beacon and protective cylinder. The 494 with its vibrator-driven beacon, works much better than the earlier 394 tower with the heat-driven beacon as the change made by Lionel greatly improved operation with immediate, more rapid and consistent rotation of the beacon. The accessory measures 5 inches wide by 5 inches long and the overall height of the unit is 11 3/4 inches. This one lights and works great; it is a nice, clean piece that will add interest to any layout! |
| Transformers and Controllers: | |||||
| KW | 190-Watt Transformer |
E++/OB | Yes | $125 | The 190-watt KW is one of the biggest transformers produced by Lionel in the postwar era. It is a very versatile transformer; it has two independent variable voltage circuits, three fixed voltage circuits (6V, 14V & 20V), a circuit breaker, a "short circuit" warning light plus whistle controls & directional controls for each of the variable circuits!
Photo of the back. A few scratches on the underside of the metal base plate and that's about it for cosmetic flaws. The Bakelite case is very, very nice -- no cracks and minimal flaws! Rollers for each variable circuit are like new & the line cord was replaced. It is a very, very clean unit and everything works properly! Photo of the instruction sheet. Includes the original instruction sheet #20-97, dated 10/51 (tears; discolored; dog-eared). Photo of the box. Grade 7 original box (tears; creases; stains; no insert). Another view of the box. This Gair Bogota corrugated box is very presentable as it is fairly clean, square and sturdy -- plus there is no un-original tape anywhere. It will protect the transformer in shipping and in storage. Photo of the manufacturer's data & information. With 190 watts of power and two independent controls, the KW is ideal for layouts with plenty of action -- and the many features of the KW have led to it being called the "transformer of choice for accessory laden layouts." Comes with a two-year guarantee!!! Price without the box & instruction sheet: $135 plus shipping and insurance. |
| LW | 125-Watt Transformer |
E+ | Yes | $ 85 | Very useful 125-watts transformer made by Lionel for many years (from 1955 through 1966). Has a circuit breaker, whistle control, directional control plus individual circuits for both variable voltage and fixed voltage.
Photo of the back showing the data plate and line cord. Has a new line cord and the Bakelite case is very nice -- no cracks and minimal flaws! The metal base plate has some paint loss on the bottom but it is rust free and overall the unit is very clean -- and everything works properly! The LW is the only postwar Lionel transformer with a lighted dial -- when power is increased the bulb gets brighter! The LW is a very versatile unit as it is strong enough to provide power to a small layout (like around your Christmas tree) or it can be used an auxiliary unit to energize street lights or other accessories on a large layout. It is also the ideal test transformer for your workbench as it has all of the needed controls. Comes with a two-year guarantee!!! |
| RW | 110-Watt Transformer |
E++/OB | Yes | $ 85 | Very flexible 110-watts transformer made by Lionel from 1948-54: has a continuous dial rheostat providing two variable-voltage ranges (9 to 19 volts or 6 to 15 volts), four fixed-voltage circuit taps (one for 9 volts, one for 10 volts, one for 15 volts and one for 19 volts), a whistle control button, a directional control button and a built-in circuit breaker (with red light indicator).
Photo of the back of the transformer. A few light scratches on the faceplate & bottom plate and that's about it for flaws. The case is intact, the base plate is rust free and the faceplate is very, very clean with crisp lettering and numbering! The line cord was replaced and everything works properly! Photo of the instruction sheet. Has the original instruction sheet #RW-43, dated 2/50 (tears and insect nibbles). Photo of the box. Grade 7+ original box (tears; creases; punctures; "period" writing). Another view of the box. Has the insert and this box is solid: complete, very clean, square and sturdy plus there is no un-original tape anywhere. As with most of the older transformers, it is not an easy box to find. Photo of the top flaps. This Kieckhefer Container Co. corrugated box was made in 1950 (the graphics are printed on the box) but was sold in 1952 (has a torn "OPS" label on the side). Close-up of the manufacturer's data. Nicest RW transformer we have ever offered for sale and in the nicest RW box we have ever had! Comes with a two-year guarantee!!! |
| ZW | 275-Watt Transformer (Model R) |
E++ | Yes | $195 | The KING of transformers -- the 275-watt ZW is the largest one made by Lionel in the postwar era!
Close-up of the data plate. The ZW has it all: four independent variable voltage circuits, circuit breaker, "power on" light, "short circuit" warning light plus whistle controls & directional controls for two of the circuits! Photo of the back. Rollers for each circuit are like new & the line cord was replaced. The Bakelite case and ID plate are sharp plus it has very strong lettering on the dials and hookup area! It is a very clean unit internally and everything works properly! Photo of the base plate showing the "Model R" Designation. Has the original instruction sheet #ZW-134, dated 7/58. Photo of the instruction sheet. Note that the "Model R" designation provided by Lionel for ZWs made in 1957 and for years thereafter reflected improvements made internally for ease of assembly. There is no difference in functionality between a "Model R" ZW or the earlier ones built before 1957. The "football-like" shape of the ZW is a familiar sight to all model train fans; it has become an icon of the postwar Lionel era. One train club even uses it as their symbol! If you have an extensive layout or plans for one, the ZW is the only way to go. Comes with a two-year guarantee!!! |
| ZW | 250-Watt Transformer |
E- | Yes | $135 SOLD |
A great value in a transformer -- the 250-watt ZW is the earliest version of the biggest transformer made by Lionel in the postwar era! Although advertised as a 250-watt power source, there is no difference between the output of this transformer and the 275-watt ZWs!
Photo of the new line cord and the back of the transformer. One of the decorative "stops" is chipped plus there are a few small scratches on the case and a small amount of paint loss on the metal base plate. The lettering on the dials is not as crisp as it once was and the lettering in the terminal hookup area is worn. The unit is clean overall and the Bakelite case is intact with no cracks! The rollers for each circuit are like new and the line cord was replaced. None of the cosmetic flaws affect operation and everything works properly! Has a photocopy of an original instruction sheet. Photo of the instruction sheet. The ZW has it all: four independent variable voltage circuits, circuit breaker, "power on" light, "short circuit" warning light plus whistle controls & directional controls for two of the circuits! The "football-like" shape of the ZW is a familiar sight to all model train fans; it has become an icon of the postwar Lionel era. One train club even uses it as their symbol! If you have an extensive layout or plans for one, the ZW is the only way to go. Comes with a two-year guarantee!!! |
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