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Offered here is a very unusual vintage HO-scale W&W RR steam locomotive and tender display, presented in a black wood-and-glass display case with a historical “Confederate States of America” placard.The tender is marked W & W RR, believed to represent the historic Wilmington & Weldon Railroad, an important North Carolina rail line that played a significant transportation role during the American Civil War.The locomotive is a heavy metal 2-6-0 Mogul-style steam locomotive with detailed green, black, red and gold finish, red driving wheels, large front pilot/cowcatcher, simulated wood load in the tender and numerous applied details.Research suggests the locomotive may be based on a vintage late-1950s/early-1960s HO metal model, possibly from the Aristo-Craft/New One Model Co. family of early Japanese-made locomotives. However, no visible manufacturer markings have been found, so the maker is being listed as unknown rather than guaranteed.The locomotive appears to have later been customized/relettered for the W&W RR and incorporated into this historical presentation.Approximate details:* HO-scale track gauge
* Locomotive and tender approximately 9 inches long
* Heavy metal construction
* 2-6-0 wheel arrangement
* W&W RR tender lettering
* Simulated wood load
* Mounted track and wooden display base
* Glass display enclosure
* Confederate States historical flag placardThis is an eye-catching piece for a railroad memorabilia collector, Civil War railroad collector, HO train collector, Wilmington & Weldon historian, or vintage model train enthusiast.Because the exact manufacturer and history of the custom display have not been confirmed, it is being sold based on its visible characteristics and current research. Please use the photos as the primary guide to condition and identification.Item specifics* Type: Steam Locomotive Display
* Scale: HO
* Gauge: HO / 16.5 mm
* Wheel Configuration: 2-6-0
* Railroad: W&W RR / Wilmington & Weldon
* Material: Metal / Mixed Materials
* Color: Green / Black / Red / Gold
* Power Type: DC, presumed
* Vintage: Yes
* Manufacturer: Unknown
* Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
* Theme: Railroad / Civil War History
* Includes: Locomotive, Tender, Track Base, Glass Display Case
