MTH 20-5524-1 O Gauge PRR E-33 Rectifier Electric Locomotive w/PS2 #4533 EX/Box
This is an MTH 20-5524-1 O PRR E-33 Rectifier Electric Locomotive w/Proto-Sound 2 #4533 from 2002. The operating history of the Rectifier Electric Locomotive dates back to the 1890s when Peter Cooper-Hewitt discovered how a mercury rectifier actually works. About the same time, Charles Steinmetz of General Electric (GE) was also working on this operating principle to identify converters for commercial and industrial applications for the process. A railway vehicle application occurred in 1906, which initiated years of rail car experimentation on a few railroad lines. Following World War II, a device known as the Ignitron came to the forefront in the experimentation of rectifier technology. The use of the Ignitron on railway units helped to open the door for electrification and modernization of railroads. The E-33 Rectifier Electric Train has a somewhat complicated history in that it first made an appearance as the Virginian EL-3a. Once the Virginia Railway merged with the Norfolk & Western, these locomotives were classified as EF-4s. That‘s when the New Haven Railroad bought several of them for $20,000 each. The E-33 Rectifier Electric Locomotive represents a significant point in the electrification and modernization of railroads. The M.T.H. Premier Line E-33 Rectifier Electric Locomotive reflects the importance of this engine in its authentic detail and special features listed below. Features include 2 remotely controlled proto-couplers, metal chassis, 2 precision flywheel equipped motors, locomotive speed control, illuminated number boards, an intricately detailed ABS body, directionally controlled headlights and die-cast trucks.
This item has been graded per TCA standards C-7: Excellent based on visual appearance. Overall this locomotive is in excellent shape with no missing trim. There are some nicks, scratches, and dirty. Due to the date of manufacture, the buyer may need to replace the battery. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Excellent.
Condition: Excellent (C-7)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-6)
Manufacturer: MTH
Model Number: 20-5524-1
Years Manufactured: 2002 - 2002
Road Name: Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR)
Scale/Era: O Modern
Model Type: Electric Loco
The Trainz SKU for this item is 6117593.
Trainz Product Id: 11408733
This item has been graded per TCA standards C-7: Excellent based on visual appearance. Overall this locomotive is in excellent shape with no missing trim. There are some nicks, scratches, and dirty. Due to the date of manufacture, the buyer may need to replace the battery. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Excellent.
Condition: Excellent (C-7)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-6)
Manufacturer: MTH
Model Number: 20-5524-1
Years Manufactured: 2002 - 2002
Road Name: Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR)
Scale/Era: O Modern
Model Type: Electric Loco
The Trainz SKU for this item is 6117593.
Trainz Product Id: 11408733
$232.64
MTH 20-5524-1 O Gauge PRR E-33 Rectifier Electric Locomotive w/PS2 #4533 EX/Box—
$232.64
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This is an MTH 20-5524-1 O PRR E-33 Rectifier Electric Locomotive w/Proto-Sound 2 #4533 from 2002. The operating history of the Rectifier Electric Locomotive dates back to the 1890s when Peter Cooper-Hewitt discovered how a mercury rectifier actually works. About the same time, Charles Steinmetz of General Electric (GE) was also working on this operating principle to identify converters for commercial and industrial applications for the process. A railway vehicle application occurred in 1906, which initiated years of rail car experimentation on a few railroad lines. Following World War II, a device known as the Ignitron came to the forefront in the experimentation of rectifier technology. The use of the Ignitron on railway units helped to open the door for electrification and modernization of railroads. The E-33 Rectifier Electric Train has a somewhat complicated history in that it first made an appearance as the Virginian EL-3a. Once the Virginia Railway merged with the Norfolk & Western, these locomotives were classified as EF-4s. That‘s when the New Haven Railroad bought several of them for $20,000 each. The E-33 Rectifier Electric Locomotive represents a significant point in the electrification and modernization of railroads. The M.T.H. Premier Line E-33 Rectifier Electric Locomotive reflects the importance of this engine in its authentic detail and special features listed below. Features include 2 remotely controlled proto-couplers, metal chassis, 2 precision flywheel equipped motors, locomotive speed control, illuminated number boards, an intricately detailed ABS body, directionally controlled headlights and die-cast trucks.
This item has been graded per TCA standards C-7: Excellent based on visual appearance. Overall this locomotive is in excellent shape with no missing trim. There are some nicks, scratches, and dirty. Due to the date of manufacture, the buyer may need to replace the battery. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Excellent.
Condition: Excellent (C-7)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-6)
Manufacturer: MTH
Model Number: 20-5524-1
Years Manufactured: 2002 - 2002
Road Name: Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR)
Scale/Era: O Modern
Model Type: Electric Loco
The Trainz SKU for this item is 6117593.
Trainz Product Id: 11408733
This item has been graded per TCA standards C-7: Excellent based on visual appearance. Overall this locomotive is in excellent shape with no missing trim. There are some nicks, scratches, and dirty. Due to the date of manufacture, the buyer may need to replace the battery. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Excellent.
Condition: Excellent (C-7)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-6)
Manufacturer: MTH
Model Number: 20-5524-1
Years Manufactured: 2002 - 2002
Road Name: Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR)
Scale/Era: O Modern
Model Type: Electric Loco
The Trainz SKU for this item is 6117593.
Trainz Product Id: 11408733
