Lionel 45 Vintage O Automatic Gateman VG

Here is a Lionel 45 Vintage O Automatic Gateman. The Lionel 45 Automatic Gateman was available from 1935 to 1942 and continued for a time into postwar. It was sold as the 45 with a standard gauge isolated outside-rail track section, as the O45 with an O-gauge isolated outside-rail track section, and as the 45N with a 41 weight- activated contactor. The green metal base is 7" wide by 5 3/4" in width. The white formed sheet metal shack is 4" high. The shack has a red roof and door. A formed sheet metal post with a finial cap holds a crossbuck sign. A plastic man emerges from the shack with a red lantern that is illuminated with a red light in the base.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good based on visual appearance. There are nicks and scratches on the surface of the building. There may be rust and corrosion on the metal components of this building. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. This metal item has sharp edges, please handle with care! Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Very Good.

Condition: Very Good (C-6)
Operational Status: As is
Original Box: No

Manufacturer: Lionel
Model Number: 45
Years Manufactured: 1935 - 1942
Road Name: US Marine Corp (USMC)

Scale/Era: O Postwar
Model Type: Accessories


The Trainz SKU for this item is 6180939.

Trainz Product Id: 11400387