{"product_id":"postwar-lionel-726-berkshire-2-8-4-locomotive-2426w-whistle-tender-read","title":"Postwar Lionel 726 Berkshire 2-8-4 Locomotive \u0026 2426W Whistle Tender \"Read\"","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003ePostwar Lionel 726 Berkshire 2-8-4 Locomotive \u0026amp; 2426W Whistle Tender\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eUp for sale is a classic \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003ePostwar Lionel 726 Berkshire 2-8-4 Steam Locomotive\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with its matching \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"102\"\u003e2426W Lionel Lines Whistle Tender\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced in the premier post-war era (1946–1949), the 726 is widely recognized as one of Lionel's flagship diecast locomotives, known for its heavy diecast construction, realistic weight, and smooth operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lionel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLocomotive Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e 726 Berkshire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTender Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2426W \"Lionel Lines\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWheel Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-8-4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e O Gauge \/ 3-Rail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Postwar (1946–1949)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Operational Status\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMotor \u0026amp; E-Unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runs smoothly in forward, neutral, and reverse via the internal directional e-unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOperating Headlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Headlight is functional and illuminates the path ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSmoke Unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Working smoke element generates smoke during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTender Whistle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2426W tender features a functional internal air whistle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLocomotive \u0026amp; Tender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good cosmetic and mechanical pre-owned condition for its age. Black diecast body and tender show light, age-appropriate playwear and minor paint rubs along the high edges. Drive rods, linkages, and bottom pickup rollers are intact and clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMissing Part:\u003c\/strong\u003e Missing the front right-hand marker jewel\/housing assembly on the boiler front (the left green marker jewel remains intact).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCoupler:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rear coil-operated coupler on the tender is intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive the exact Lionel 726 locomotive and 2426W tender shown in the photographs. Carefully packaged for safe shipping!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Roundhouse Electric Trains, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47452773810338,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0457\/7368\/4898\/files\/e9e64c73-ddc5-4434-9efb-64132ff8e471.jpg?v=1784753092","url":"https:\/\/roundhousetrainsky.com\/products\/postwar-lionel-726-berkshire-2-8-4-locomotive-2426w-whistle-tender-read","provider":"Roundhouse Electric Trains, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}