HO Brass 90-ton 2-Truck Shay. Produced by United Models of Japan around 1960 for Pacific Fast Mail.

This 55-year old Japanese brass import is an example of 1960's Japanese model making at its best!

The model represents a heavy 'Shay' geared locomotive built by Lima Locomotive Works of Ohio in he first part of the 20th century. They were used extensively on logging, mining  and industrial rail lines in north America until the 1960's.

Hard brass material, crisply detailed castings and solid solder joints are the signatures of this vintage PFM/United Shay geared locomotive. Some minor tarnish has set in. All original soldering is strong, straight and clean.

The original 5-pole open-frame motor hums and there is significant gear noise, but this classic model from another age does run. It is likely that a thorough servicing will bring this classic geared loco back to life.

The model is provided with its original box, although the box has sustained some erosion on the base. The original packing material is included.

When this sturdy model was assembled just over half a century ago, it was the epitome of scale model achievement in Japan. If you're up for a little bench time, you could bring this model back to its potential. Submit your bids.

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