2002 ASTER Chesapeake & Ohio CLASS H8 Allegheny KIT, Rare Custom Wooden Box

Description: Inherited from father. Never opened kit in custom hardware. See photos for condition: Water stains on manuals, however all is readable and was in a separate area from the kit. Slight damage to ceramic sheet. Slight shifting of joinery on box. Huge and heavy wooden box around 70-100 pounds. Preferable pick up in Maryland, USA or discussion of proper shipping method and handling on your expense. Thank you and please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. ——————- CONTENTS: - ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OF Chesapeake and OHIO Class H8 Allegheny - ASSEMBLY ILLUSTRATIONS OF ASTER G.1 MODEL LIVE STEAM ENGINE Class H8 #1625 "Allegheny" -Kit boxes 1-40 - Custom wooden box ——————— ABOUT: C & O Class H-8 "Allegheny" 1. HISTORY The Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) Railroad's 2-6-6-6 Class H8 Alleghenies were the most powerful reciprocating steam locomotives to be built anywhere in the world. Designed by the Lima Locomotive Works, sixty Alleghenies were delivered to the C&0 from December 1941 until December 1948. With a weight of more than 775,000 lb and a boiler pressure of 260 psi, they could develop a tractive effort of 110,200 lb and generated 7500 horsepower at 40 miles per hour. Their boilers were capable of delivering 8000 horsepower. This, coupled with their 67 inch diameter drivers, gave them a wonderful turn of speed however they were rarely used in high speed operations. While most of American industry was in a terrible economic slump during the 1930s, the C&O was busy constructing new tunnels, laying double track, rebuilding bridges and generally upgrading their system. This fortuitous situation was because of the main product which they transported - coal. Some of the finest bituminous coal deposits in America were adjacent to C&O routes and coal was needed even during a poor economic climate. This is a rare and unique 2002 ASTER Chesapeake & Ohio CLASS H8 Allegheny KIT packaged in a custom wooden box. It is perfect for model railroad enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate high-quality train models. The kit includes various aspects such as brand and year manufactured, making it a valuable addition to your collection. This model is ideal for those looking to expand their model railroad collection with a unique and hard-to-find item. The kit features a custom wooden box that provides an added layer of protection and makes it a desirable item for collectors. It is an excellent opportunity to own a special piece of history that will stand out in any collection.

Price: 20000 USD

Location: Frederick, Maryland

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