{"product_id":"vintage-lionel-2344-new-york-central-f3-aa-diesel-locomotive-set-mesh-vents-runs-great","title":"Vintage Lionel 2344 New York Central F3 AA Diesel Locomotive Set – Mesh Vents, Runs Great!","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"model-response-message-contentr_2ceb359dcc70d104\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color stronger tutor-markdown-rendering\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eUp for sale is a gorgeous, highly collectible Postwar O-gauge \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003eLionel 2344 New York Central F3 AA Diesel Locomotive Set\u003c\/strong\u003e. This stunning set features the classic NYC dark grey lightning stripe livery and is the desirable early-production variant equipped with \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"257\"\u003ewire mesh roof ventilators\u003c\/strong\u003e. The set includes one powered A-unit and one matching dummy A-unit.\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\"\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2344\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\"\u003eRoad Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e New York Central (NYC)\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\"\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA Set (1 Powered A-Unit, 1 Dummy A-Unit)\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\"\u003eScale\/Gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e O Gauge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Operational Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bench-tested and \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eRuns Great!\u003c\/strong\u003e The dual vertical motors pull strongly, and the 3-position e-unit cycles cleanly through forward, neutral, and reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCosmetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e This set is in \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"26\"\u003eExcellent condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing remarkably light play wear for its age. The dark grey paint is smooth with fantastic coverage, and the silver lightning stripes and \"New York Central\" lettering are crisp, clean, and highly legible. The red and white oval nose decals are fully intact and present beautifully on both units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChassis \u0026amp; Underbelly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally clean undercarriages with matching dark painted fuel tanks and frames. The battery compartment on the powered unit is easily accessible via the brass-colored screw cover plate and shows no signs of destructive battery acid damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTrucks \u0026amp; Couplers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with clean, smooth-rolling die-cast trucks and operating couplers. The front aprons and pilots are remarkably straight with very minimal edge wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eAuthentic early postwar \"Wire Mesh Vent\" variant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003eHighly crisp, premium condition lightning stripe paint scheme\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003eDual vertical motors with Magne-Traction for ultimate pulling power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003eFunctional, clear plastic window inserts and portholes intact\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003eAn absolute centerpiece candidate for a high-end postwar Lionel operator layout or vintage showcase collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive the exact AA locomotive set pictured. This set has been carefully inspected and is ready to take pride of place on your rails or display shelf!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e📦 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFast, secure\/insured shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eShips in recycled \/ reused packaging to help reduce waste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCombined shipping available on multiple items. We will send you a refund for the difference in shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Thank you for shopping with us!! :)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roundhouse Electric Trains, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47422947524770,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0457\/7368\/4898\/files\/806bf3d5-46db-478b-b5db-b514844b3fb3.jpg?v=1783718882","url":"https:\/\/roundhousetrainsky.com\/products\/vintage-lionel-2344-new-york-central-f3-aa-diesel-locomotive-set-mesh-vents-runs-great","provider":"Roundhouse Electric Trains, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}