This engine is shipped in it's original box. It has been run on the layout. I cannot get the bottom to separate from the chassis and there are 2 small plastic pieces also included. One is a step and the other (?), so because of the fact that this engine is not totally perfect the price will reflect this. After being involved with a railroader, railfan, and model layout man I understand that even though they are just "model's" they still need to be correct in appearance. I hope that this engine will find a home on your layout as the NYS&W was a wonderful "local" that practically ran across the street from my house in NJ. Thank you.