This is an amazing HO scale brass model painstakingly scratch built and custom painted by the talented Joe G. Collias to represent the Missouri Pacific 2-8-4 locomotive No. 1918. It comes in a United Models box that shows a bit of shelf wear, and no spare parts are included. We suspect the chassis originally came from a 2-8-2 mechanism by PFM - United, though we can't confirm it. The tender is entirely scratch built, and the whole model has been detailed with road number - specific safety appliances and options. It's a one - of - a - kind piece in mint condition, showing hardly any signs of use. With excellent detail and beautiful paint, it truly stands out in every way. Brand: Scratch Built by Joe G. Collias. Part Number: N/A. Condition: C - 7 Excellent. Decorated with excellent custom paint as Road number 1918. Wheel Wear: Minimal with excellent wheel plating. Noise: 3 out of 10, minimal motor/drive noise, very quiet for a model with an open frame motor. It runs well. Motor: Open Frame Motor (OFM). No backhead/interior detail or lighting. The tender has a Kadee coupler, and there's none on the locomotive pilot. It comes in a United Models box without foam, but will be carefully packaged for shipping. Free Domestic USA Shipping for all purchases over $199! Flat shipping rates are assigned based on item(s) value or weight. All items are fully insured, and shipments over $250 need a signature for delivery. We're happy to ship worldwide. International rates are calculated based on the lowest/slowest options, and the buyer is responsible for all imports, duties, and tariffs. Rates are calculated at checkout. We pack our items bullet - proof. With over 10 years of experience, we know these hard - to - find, long - out - of - production, and fragile models need special care, especially brass ones. We accept most major credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other common forms of payment. 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you're not happy, let us know, and we'll offer a 30 - day, no - questions - asked money - back policy. Buyer pays return shipping unless the item arrives damaged.

Using this locomotive model is quite straightforward. Just place it on your HO scale track and power it up to watch it run smoothly. It has a very quiet motor, so you can enjoy its operation without much noise. When handling the model, be gentle as it's a delicate brass piece. Avoid dropping it or applying too much pressure, as it could cause damage. For maintenance, keep it in a dry and clean place to prevent rusting of the brass. You can use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe away any dust. If you notice any dirt on the wheels, you can clean them with a mild cleaner and a soft brush. Make sure to dry the wheels thoroughly before using the model again. When it comes to shipping and storage, remember that it's packed carefully to protect it, but it's still a good idea to keep it in a safe place to avoid any accidental knocks. And if you're not satisfied with your purchase, you can take advantage of the 30 - day money - back policy, just be aware of the return shipping details.