Lionel 6-18301 Southern FM TrainMaster Diesel #8301 w/ TMCC & Railsounds 4.0

Item Specifics

• Brand: Lionel

• MPN / Item Number: 6-18301

• Road Name: Southern Railway

• Road Number: 8301

• Type: Diesel Locomotive (Fairbanks-Morse TrainMaster)

• Control System: TMCC (TrainMaster Command Control) Added / Conventional

• Sound System: Lionel RailSounds 4.0 Installed

• Couplers: Electro-Couplers Added

• Scale / Gauge: O Gauge / 3-Rail

• Motor Type: Dual Pullmor Motors with Magne-Traction

• Grading / Condition: Used - Tested & Fully Functional (Upgraded)

• Original Box: Yes (Included)

Item Description

Title: Lionel O Gauge 6-18301 Southern Fairbanks-Morse (FM) Diesel Locomotive #8301 — Upgraded with TMCC, RailSounds 4.0, & Electro-Couplers!

Overview: Up for sale is a custom-upgraded Lionel 6-18301 Southern Railway Fairbanks-Morse TrainMaster Diesel Locomotive #8301 in O Gauge / 3-Rail.

Originally produced as a conventional engine, this locomotive has been professionally upgraded with Lionel TMCC (TrainMaster Command Control), RailSounds 4.0, and Electro-Couplers, making it fully command-ready while retaining its classic Pullmor power and Magne-Traction performance.

Key Upgrades & Features:

• Command Control: TMCC installed (operates in TMCC command or conventional modes)

• Audio: Upgraded to RailSounds 4.0 (diesel prime mover, horn, bell, and crew chatter)

• Couplers: Upgraded with remote-operating Electro-Couplers

• Motors & Traction: Dual Pullmor motors with Magne-Traction for strong pulling power

• Details: Die-cast metal trucks, fuel tank, pilot, and operating knuckle couplers

• Lighting: Operating directional headlight and illuminated cab interior

• Includes: Original Lionel orange box

Bench Test & Verification (Tested 1/15/2026):

• Tested By: KPC

• Operational Status: Fully tested and operational across TMCC command control, RailSounds 4.0 sound suite, and Electro-Coupler operation.

Condition Notes:

• Engine is in great cosmetic and physical condition with clean paint, clear graphics, and intact handrails.

• Includes original factory box showing light shelf wear consistent with age and storage.

• Please review all high-resolution photos closely for exact cosmetic condition and details.

  📦 Shipping:

  • Fast, secure/insured shipping
  • Packaged with care and shipped securely. 
  • Ships in recycled / reused packaging to help reduce waste
  • Combined shipping available on multiple items. We will send you a refund for the difference in shipping.

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