This model train was produced in 1975 by Kimura in Japan for Nickel Plate Products. It comes without the original box or foam, and there are no spare parts. Recently, it has been serviced - the old gearbox grease was removed and replaced. It's a solid model that runs smoothly. **Details** - **Brand**: NPP - Nickel Plate Products - **Part Number**: N/A - **Condition**: C - 5 Good - **Decorated**: Unpainted with heavy tarnish - **Wheel Wear**: Minimal - **Noise**: Moderate motor/drive noise (5 out of 10) - **Operation**: Runs well - **Motor**: Open Frame Motor (OFM) - **Backhead/Interior Detail**: Yes, with basic detail - **Lighting**: None - **Couplers/Trucks**: Kadee coupler on the tender and cast coupler on the locomotive pilot - **Packaging**: Replacement Bowser box **Shipping** - Free domestic USA shipping for all purchases over $199! Flat shipping rates are assigned based on item value or weight. All items are fully insured, and shipments over $250 require 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, and transit times may vary. - Our packing is bullet - proof. With over 10 years of experience, we pack these hard - to - find, out - of - production, and fragile models carefully, especially brass ones. We never charge a handling fee. **Payment/Returns** - We accept most major credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other common forms of payment. Personal checks or cash by mail are not accepted. Bank checks and money orders may be accepted with prior approval. All prices are in US Dollars (USD). - We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you're not happy, let us know within 30 days for a no - questions - asked money - back policy. You're responsible for return shipping costs, unless the item arrives damaged.

Using this model train is quite straightforward. Just place it on the tracks and turn on the power to see it run smoothly. When handling the train, be gentle as it's a delicate item. Since it has a Kadee coupler on the tender and a cast coupler on the locomotive pilot, you can easily connect it to other cars in your train set. For maintenance, it's a good idea to keep it in a dry and clean place. As the train has a heavy tarnish and is unpainted, you can choose to clean it or paint it if you like. But be careful not to damage the details. Also, remember that the motor has a moderate noise level, which is normal for this model. When shipping, if you're in the USA and your purchase is over $199, you'll get free shipping. For international orders, the rates are calculated at checkout, and you'll be responsible for import - related costs. And don't worry about the packing; we've got you covered with our bullet - proof packing. If you're not satisfied with your purchase, you can return it within 30 days for a refund, just pay for the return shipping unless the item arrives damaged.