This page contains our current inventory of Postwar
Lionel accessories and includes the following:
* * * Click on "Yes" in the Photo column to see a picture.
* * * Click on "Grade" in the 3rd column heading for an explanation of grading.
| Postwar Lionel Accessories | |||||
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| Catalog # | Item | Grade | Photo | Price | Details |
| 30 | Water Tower | E+/OB | Yes | $175 | The operating Water Tower with light-amber, single-walled tank, dark gray base, brown trestle, and a light-gray painted roof from 1950:
Photo of the roof. One cracked trestle piece and some box rub on the roof. That's about it for flaws. It is very clean and the spout action works nicely! Photo of the controller and instruction sheet. Has the correct, original 96C controller and the original instruction sheet #30-11 (dated 5/49). Photo of the box. Grade 7 original box. (tears; creases; missing pieces of the top flaps; one top flap partially detached; writing; "aged" look; no insert). Despite the flaws, this box is still presentable as it is sturdy & square -- and there is no un-original tape anywhere.. Another view of the box. The preprinted orange end labels and the instruction sheet date this accessory as a 1950 piece! The tank measures 6 inches wide with an overall height of a little over 10 inches. This impressive and realistic-looking accessory is always a great addition to any layout or collection. |
| 128 | Animated Newsstand | E+/OB | Yes | $325 | A nice operating newsstand from 1957: version with the APPLE-GREEN shack on a blue mold plus a tan base and a red roof. Has the correct, original 364C slide switch
Another view of the newsstand. Some spots of rust on the inside and that's about it for flaws! It is all original and very clean with sharp looking decals. Photo of the back of the newsstand. The apple-green newsstand is much harder to find than the dark green version! Photo comparing an apple-green newsstand to a dark-green version. Has the original instruction sheet #128-80, dated 10/57. Photo of the instruction sheet. Another view of the box. Grade 9 original box (light stains on the lid; minor tears; small punctures; no insert). It is a SOLID box: clean, square & sturdy -- and there is no un-original tape anywhere. Photo of the bottom of the box. The box dates this accessory as a 1957 piece. Sharp-looking piece with a very, very strong box; it is a great operating accessory with illumination & animation. If you need some action on your layout, this item will provide it! We thoroughly tested the unit and it is very quiet; it works quite well at a little over 14 volts! |
| 128 | Animated Newsstand | E+/OB | Yes | $195 | A nice operating newsstand from 1957: version with a dark-green shack on a brown mold plus a tan base and a red roof. Has the correct, original 364C slide switch.
Photo of the front of the newsstand. Minimal flaws, all original and very clean. Photo of the back of the newsstand. Lights and works perfectly! An "aerial" view. Photo of the box. Grade 8+ original box (creases; no insert). Another view of the box. The box dates this accessory as a 1957 piece. Photo of the bottom of the box. Very-attractive unit with a very, very strong box; it is a great operating accessory with illumination & animation -- if you need some action on your layout, this item will provide it! We thoroughly tested the unit and it is very quiet; it works quite well at 14 volts! |
| 138 | Water Tower | E+/OB | Yes | $110 SOLD |
An operating Water Tower from 1955: has an orange roof, light-brown trestle, chocolate-brown single-walled tank and a gray base. Includes the correct 90C controller.
Another view of the water tower. Two small mounting holes drilled in the base provide evidence that this piece was once used on a layout. That's it for flaws! It is very, very clean and the trestle and tank are completely intact with no cracks! Photo of the box. Grade 8 original box (writing; creases; tears; no inserts). A solid box: fairly clean, square and sturdy -- plus there is no tape anywhere. Information on the bottom of the box helps to date this piece. Photo of bottom of the box with the manufacturer's identification and the year (designated by "5"). A sharp, prototypical and impressive accessory in a very, very strong box! It is a great layout piece as the spout action works nicely. |
| 145 | Operating Gateman | E+/OB | Yes | $ 75 SOLD |
Ever-popular and vigilant Gateman with swinging lantern. Version from the mid-50s -- has an illuminated shack, original crossbuck, maroon roof and red toolbox lid. Includes the original envelope (part #145-39) plus the original instruction sheet #145-40 (dated 5/52) and the correct original 145C contactor.
Photo of the Gateman performing his duties. Some paint chips and box rub on the base and that's about it for flaws. It is very clean, 100% intact and it lights and works perfectly! Has the original "LIONELVILLE" sign above the door. Another view of the shack. Grade 8+ original box ("aged" look; "period" writing; no insert). This box is SOLID: square & sturdy plus there is no un-original tape anywhere. A great layout piece and it comes in a very, very strong box! |
| 193 | Blinking Water Tower |
Ex./OB | Yes | $195 | A very unusual piece: the flashing water tower from 1953 with the metal tower 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.
Another view of the water tower. One scratch on the tank top and some scratches in the four screw holes on the base providing evidence that this item was once used on a layout. Minimal flaws elsewhere! Overall, it is a clean piece -- all original, nice vibrant paint on the tower and nice even silver paint on the tank. Photo of the tank top and catwalk. Photo of the instruction sheet. Includes the original instruction sheet #193-24 (dated 6-53). Photo of the box. Grade 7 original box (tears; scrapes; glue marks; tape; creases). Another view of the box. Has the insert and even with the flaws, this box is very useful as it complete, fairly clean overall plus it is square and sturdy. It will protect the water tower in shipment and in storage. Photo of the box insert. It works perfectly and it is in a presentable box. |
| 256 | Freight Station | VG | Yes | $ 25 SOLD |
An illuminated freight station with original signs: (BABY RUTH -- SUNOCO -- RIVAL), original fencing and original posters: (AIREX -- U. S. SAVINGS BONDS -- AIREX -- BE A SCOUT -- RED CROSS -- COMMUNITY CHEST).
Photo of the other side. Has a white building, maroon base and a green roof and was designed for a wayside freight/passenger facility. Measures 15 inches long, 5 inches wide and 5 1/2 inches high. Photo of the roof. Some paint on the sides of the base and marks around the mounting holes providing evidence that this piece was used on a layout. This all-original 1950-53 accessory lights and it is a great layout piece! |
| 445 | Switch Tower | E++/OB | Yes | $135 | The illuminated, operating Switch Tower: white building, green roof, maroon base. The tower is 6 1/4 inches long, 5 1/2 inches wide and 7 inches high. A very clever accessory: when the unit is energized, the man on the balcony goes inside the building while the man on the side porch comes down the stairs!
Another view of the switch tower. Small chip on the roof edge and that's it for flaws! It is all original and very clean -- and of course, it lights and works perfectly! Photo of the roof and fourth side of the building. Photo of the envelope, instruction sheet, 145C contactor and the connecting wires. Includes the original envelope #445-56 containing the original instruction sheet #445-55 (dated 1/53), and the correct original 145C contactor and the four green unused (still coiled) connecting wires! Photo of the box. Grade 9 original box (one crease; one small piece torn off). Another view of the box. The box and paperwork date this piece as a 1953 item. Photo of the manufacturer's data and date on the box. Has the insert and this box is SOLID: clean, complete, square & sturdy -- and there is no un-original tape anywhere! Photo of the box insert. This accessory is in collector-quality condition plus it is a great layout item that provides some action and it comes in a superb box! |
| 1022-50 | Right Hand "027" Track Manual Switch |
E+/OB | Yes | $ 30 SOLD |
A very useful layout item: a manual "027" switch track from the '60s: a single right hand turnout.
Close-up of the lever, indicator and ID. Some tarnishing of the rails and that's about it for flaws. It is very clean and it works perfectly! Photo of the box. Grade 7+ original box (tears; writing; creases; scuffs; some dirt). Even with the flaws, this box is presentable as it is complete and fairly square. Another view of the box. Manual switches are handy for a variety of reasons: no wiring to deal with; they can be placed close to the controls for easy reach; they are generally problem free! However it is the box that is really interesting -- one that we have never had before! |
| Transformers and Controllers: | |||||
| 1033 | Transformer | E+ | Yes | $ 60 | A very nice 90-watts transformer: has a circuit breaker, whistle control, directional control and circuits for both variable voltage and fixed voltage.
Photo of the transformer controls. A few minor scratches and stains on the faceplate and that's about it for cosmetic flaws. It is a very clean unit with nice lettering on the faceplate! The Bakelite case is very nice -- no cracks and minimal flaws; the rust-free bottom plate is also very clean with nice vibrant paint. Photo of the back and line cord. The line cord was replaced and everything works perfectly! The 1033 was sold from 1948 to 1956 and it came in many sets. The versatile 1033 is a very popular unit among operators: it is a great transformer for a small layout or for use around the Christmas tree. It can also be used on a large layout as an auxiliary source of power for accessories. |
| KW | Transformer | VG | Yes | $110 | 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!
Close-up of the nameplate. The colors on the nameplate are somewhat faded plus the metal base plate has additional holes drilled in it providing evidence that this unit was once anchored to a layout table. Fairly clean overall and the Bakelite case is completely intact with only minor cosmetic blemishes on the handles. The rollers for each variable circuit are like new & the line cord was replaced. Everything works properly! Photo of the back and the line cord. 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." |
| LW | Transformer | E+ | Yes | $110 | 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. The Bakelite case is very nice -- no cracks and minimal flaws! The metal base plate is rust free and it is a very clean unit inside and out -- 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. |
| ZW | Transformer | E+ | Yes | $225 | The KING of transformers -- the 275-watt ZW is the largest one made by Lionel in the postwar era! 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 has a few small chips but it is nice overall with strong lettering and there are no cracks! It is a very clean unit, and everything works properly! Close-up of the identification plate. 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. |
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