Merle VanSteenwyck Brass Train Estate Collection

HO Scale brass steam locomotive imported by Challenger Imports and built by Samhongsa in Korea, 1994. Features Chicago Burlington & Quincy Railroad M-4a class 2-10-4 locomotive #6315 in factory-painted livery with Elesco feedwater heater

HO Scale brass model from Overland Models, Inc., premier designer of fine brass scale models since 1976 . Features the famous "Ferdinand Magellan" presidential railroad car as used during the Harry S. Truman administration. This heavyweight Pullman-built car served as the official presidential transport and was heavily modified for security with armor plating, bulletproof glass, and reinforced construction. The Ferdinand Magellan was used extensively by President Truman for his famous "whistle-stop" campaign tours across America.

Overland Models is known for their limited production brass models with the most minute detail rendered accurately and authentically, ideal for creating accurate miniatures of complex equipment. This model captures the distinctive features of this historically important car including its unique window configuration, observation platform, and presidential appointments.

HO Scale brass Railway Post Office car from Aurora Shops Ltd., manufactured in Korea by Dae-Ki. Aurora Shops Ltd. was known for their quality brass passenger car models. This 60-foot RPO (Railway Post Office) represents the classic mail cars that were essential to America's postal system, featuring the distinctive mail sorting compartments and mail exchange equipment used for on-the-go mail processing during the golden age of passenger railroading.

The model features authentic brass construction with fine scale detailing including proper window arrangements, end platforms, and underframe details typical of prototype RPO cars. These specialized cars allowed postal workers to sort mail while en route, significantly speeding mail delivery across the country.

Condition: Excellent - model appears unused with no signs of handling or operational wear. Sharp factory details and finish retained. Stored in climate-controlled environment for 30 years.

HO Scale brass diesel locomotive set from Challenger Imports, featuring Chicago Burlington & Quincy E-5A and E-5B units manufactured in Korea by Samhongsa. This premium brass model represents the classic streamlined passenger diesels used by the Burlington Route during the golden age of passenger service in the 1940s. The EMD E-5 was among the most elegant and successful passenger diesels ever built, with their distinctive bulldog nose and sleek streamlining.

The set features authentic brass construction with fine scale detailing including proper window arrangements, roof details, and underframe equipment typical of prototype E-units. These locomotives were the backbone of CB&Q's premier passenger trains including the famous Zephyr fleet, providing reliable high-speed service across the Burlington system.

HO Scale brass passenger car from The Coach Yard, featuring the iconic 1938 City of San Francisco articulated dining car. The Coach Yard has been a manufacturer of HO Scale brass model trains and passenger cars since their founding, with a tradition of "striving for excellence" and a mission to model all the premier trains of the United States Railroads. This model represents one of the most famous streamlined trains in American railroad history.

The City of San Francisco was a joint operation between Union Pacific and Southern Pacific, featuring revolutionary articulated streamlined cars designed by Union Pacific's styling department. This articulated dining car was part of the original 1938 consist, representing the pinnacle of luxury passenger service during the golden age of streamlined trains.

Built by Sam Model Company of Korea or Apex Model Co., this brass model captures the distinctive art deco styling and unique articulated construction that made these cars engineering marvels of their time.

HO Scale brass passenger train set from Oriental Limited, featuring the complete 7-car Chicago Burlington & Quincy Twin Cities Zephyr consist. 1989 production run manufactured in Japan. The Twin Cities Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier streamlined passenger trains, providing luxury service between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul from 1936.

This complete train set represents the revolutionary streamlined passenger cars that helped define the golden age of American passenger railroading. The Twin Cities Zephyr featured the distinctive "shovel nose" power car and matching fluted stainless steel passenger cars that became synonymous with Burlington Route's progressive approach to passenger service. The set includes the full consist as operated on this famous named train.

Oriental Limited was known for producing highly detailed brass models with exceptional craftsmanship, built in Japan and Korea by premier manufacturers including Kumata and Daeki. These models capture the sleek Art Deco styling and innovative engineering that made the Zephyr fleet legendary.

HO Scale brass steam locomotive from Challenger Imports, manufactured in Korea by Samhongsa. Features Chicago Burlington & Quincy Class S-4 4-6-4 Hudson #3001 in factory-painted livery. Challenger Imports was renowned for producing high-quality brass models with exceptional detail and magnificent factory paint jobs, considered "collector grade" by enthusiasts.

The CB&Q Class S-4 Hudson was among the Burlington Route's premier passenger power, designed for high-speed service on the railroad's famous named trains. These powerful 4-6-4 locomotives were capable of sustained high speeds while hauling heavy passenger consists, making them ideal for services like the Denver Zephyr and other streamlined trains. The S-4 class represented the pinnacle of Burlington Route steam passenger locomotive design.

This model features the ultra-smooth and quiet motors and gearboxes that Samhongsa was known for, along with incredible level of detail including fine-scale features that made Challenger Imports models highly sought after. The factory paint represents authentic Burlington Route steam locomotive livery from the classic era of passenger service.

HO Scale brass diesel locomotive set from Railway Classics, featuring the Chicago Burlington & Quincy Denver Zephyr EA units "Silver King" #9906A and "Silver Queen" #9906B. These represent the iconic EMD EA "shovel nose" diesel locomotives that powered the famous Denver Zephyr streamlined passenger train.

The Denver Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier named trains, operating between Chicago and Denver from 1936. The distinctive "shovel nose" EA units were among the most recognizable diesel locomotives ever built, with their sleek streamlined carbody design that epitomized the Art Deco styling of the streamliner era.

Railway Classics was known for producing detailed brass models with authentic features. This A&B set includes both powered A-unit "Silver King" with operating headlight and marker lights, and powered B-unit "Silver Queen" with operating back-up light. Both units feature factory painting, interior details, knuckle couplers, and original spare parts.

HO Scale brass passenger car from Shoreham Shops Limited, catalog number CBQ09, featuring a Chicago Burlington & Quincy 6-compartment, 5-bedroom sleeper. Manufactured in Korea by premium builders such as Samhongsa or Yulim International Corporation. Shoreham Shops Limited was known for producing highly detailed brass passenger cars representing the premier trains of American railroads.

This model represents the classic Pullman 6-5 sleeper configuration used by the Burlington Route on their famous named passenger trains including the California Zephyr, Denver Zephyr, and other premier services. The 6-5 arrangement provided first-class accommodations with six individual compartments and five bedrooms, offering passengers privacy and comfort during overnight journeys across the Burlington system.

Shoreham Shops models are renowned for their exceptional detail and accuracy, capturing the distinctive features of CB&Q prototype passenger equipment including proper window arrangements, roof details, and underframe components. The Burlington Route was known for operating some of America's most elegant streamlined passenger trains.

HO Scale brass diesel locomotive from Challenger Imports, manufactured in Korea by Samhongsa. Features Chicago Burlington & Quincy EMD E7A unit in factory-painted 1950's era livery with small number boards configuration. Challenger Imports was renowned for producing high-quality brass models with exceptional detail and magnificent factory paint jobs, considered "collector grade" by enthusiasts.

The EMD E7A was one of the most successful passenger diesel locomotives ever built, and the Burlington Route operated these units extensively on their premier passenger trains including the California Zephyr, Denver Zephyr, and other named services. The 1950's era configuration with small number boards represents the CB&Q units as they appeared during the height of streamlined passenger service.

This model features the ultra-smooth and quiet motors and gearboxes that Samhongsa was known for, along with incredible level of detail including fine-scale features that made Challenger Imports models highly sought after. The factory paint represents the authentic Burlington Route passenger diesel scheme used during this classic era.

HO Scale brass train set from Eagle Imports, catalog number EI-101, manufactured in Korea by Ajin. Limited production of only 90 sets produced. Features the complete Chicago Burlington & Quincy / Fort Worth & Denver Sam Houston Zephyr as it appeared from January 13, 1945 into the mid-1950s.

This historically accurate train set represents the Sam Houston Zephyr that operated morning service from Houston to Dallas, then to Fort Worth. Eagle Imports used specially designed dies to press corrugations, marking the first time a corrugated train was simulated in the same manner as the prototype, with exceptional results.

The set includes EMD E-5 diesel locomotive #9909 "SILVER BULLET" (originally served on Silver Streak Zephyr in 1940), Baggage #900 "SILVER LIGHT", Coach-Buffet #303 "SILVER BRONCO", Chair Car #304 "SILVER SPUR", Parlor Car #301 "SILVER SADDLE", and Diner-Observation #302 "SILVER HOURS". Each car features authentic Burlington Route stainless steel fluted sides with the revolutionary corrugation technique that made this set legendary among brass collectors.

HO Scale brass diesel locomotive from Overland Models, Inc. (OMI), catalog number 5344, 1990 production run. Features EMD E2A diesel locomotive in original 1938 City of San Francisco configuration as operated by Union Pacific, Chicago & North Western, and Southern Pacific. Overland Models has been a premier designer of fine brass scale models since 1976, dedicated to creating the most accurate and highest quality reproductions.

The EMD E2A was revolutionary in passenger diesel design, and this model represents the locomotive as originally delivered for the famous City of San Francisco streamlined passenger train. The tri-weekly joint operation between Union Pacific, Chicago & North Western, and Southern Pacific connected Chicago and San Francisco via the scenic Overland Route, representing one of the most prestigious passenger services in American railroading.

This model features authentic brass construction with fine scale detailing including the distinctive 1938 streamlined carbody, proper window arrangements, and prototype-accurate underframe details. The precision-driven manufacturing process that Overland Models was known for ensures exceptional accuracy and limited production availability.

HO Scale brass diesel locomotive from Challenger Imports, manufactured in Korea by Samhongsa. Features Chicago Burlington & Quincy EMD E-5A unit in authentic Burlington Route livery. Challenger Imports was renowned for producing high-quality brass models with exceptional detail and magnificent factory paint jobs, considered "collector grade" by enthusiasts.

The EMD E-5A was among the most elegant and successful passenger diesel locomotives ever built, representing the pinnacle of streamlined diesel design. The Burlington Route operated these powerful units on their premier passenger services including the famous Zephyr fleet, providing reliable high-speed passenger service across the Burlington system during the golden age of streamlined railroading.

This model features the ultra-smooth and quiet motors and gearboxes that Samhongsa was known for, along with incredible level of detail including fine-scale features that made Challenger Imports models highly sought after. The model represents the classic "bulldog nose" E-unit design that became synonymous with premium passenger service.

HO Scale brass passenger car from Aurora Shops Ltd., manufactured in Korea by Dae-Ki. Aurora Shops Ltd. was known for their quality brass passenger car models. This 70-foot steel baggage car represents the heavy-duty mail and express cars that were essential to passenger train operations, featuring dedicated space for baggage, mail, and express shipments during the golden age of passenger railroading.

The model features authentic brass construction with fine scale detailing including proper window arrangements, end platforms, reinforced doors, and underframe details typical of prototype heavyweight baggage cars. These cars were workhorses of the passenger fleet, handling the vital baggage and express traffic that helped make passenger service profitable for the railroads.

Aurora Shops models were noted for their accurate proportions and quality construction, representing the classic American passenger car designs that served on premier trains across the continent.

HO Scale brass passenger car from The Coach Yard, featuring the iconic 1938 City of San Francisco articulated dining car. The Coach Yard has been a manufacturer of HO Scale brass model trains and passenger cars since their founding, with a tradition of "striving for excellence" and a mission to model all the premier trains of the United States Railroads. This model represents one of the most famous streamlined trains in American railroad history.

The City of San Francisco was a joint operation between Union Pacific and Southern Pacific, featuring revolutionary articulated streamlined cars designed by Union Pacific's styling department. This articulated dining car was part of the original 1938 consist, representing the pinnacle of luxury passenger service during the golden age of streamlined trains.

Built by Sam Model Company of Korea or Apex Model Co., this brass model captures the distinctive art deco styling and unique articulated construction that made these cars engineering marvels of their time.

HO Scale brass diesel locomotive from Challenger Imports, manufactured in Korea by Samhongsa. Features Chicago Burlington & Quincy EMD E-5A unit in authentic Burlington Route livery. Challenger Imports was renowned for producing high-quality brass models with exceptional detail and magnificent factory paint jobs, considered "collector grade" by enthusiasts.

The EMD E-5A was among the most elegant and successful passenger diesel locomotives ever built, representing the pinnacle of streamlined diesel design. The Burlington Route operated these powerful units on their premier passenger services including the famous Zephyr fleet, providing reliable high-speed passenger service across the Burlington system during the golden age of streamlined railroading.

This model features the ultra-smooth and quiet motors and gearboxes that Samhongsa was known for, along with incredible level of detail including fine-scale features that made Challenger Imports models highly sought after. The model represents the classic "bulldog nose" E-unit design that became synonymous with premium passenger service.

HO Scale brass passenger car from Oriental Limited, featuring a baggage buffet lounge combination car. Manufactured in Japan or Korea by premier builders such as Kumata or Daeki. Oriental Limited was known for producing quality brass models with exceptional attention to detail and prototype accuracy.

The baggage buffet lounge was a versatile passenger car configuration that combined multiple functions in a single car - baggage storage space for mail and express, buffet service for light meals and refreshments, and comfortable lounge seating for passengers. These multi-purpose cars were commonly used on secondary passenger trains and branch line services where dedicated cars for each function would not be economical.

Oriental Limited models are renowned for their fine craftsmanship and accurate representation of prototype features, including proper window arrangements, detailed underframes, and authentic proportions that capture the essence of classic American passenger car design.

HO Scale brass diesel locomotive from Railway Classics, catalog number CBQEA40, manufactured in Korea by Ajin. Features Chicago Burlington & Quincy EMD EA "shovel nose" diesel locomotive #9905 "Zephyrus" in factory-plated finish. Railway Classics was known for producing detailed brass models with exceptional craftsmanship and authentic features.

The "Zephyrus" was one of the Burlington Route's iconic EMD EA units, featuring the distinctive streamlined "shovel nose" carbody design that epitomized the Art Deco styling of the streamliner era. These revolutionary diesel locomotives helped usher in the age of streamlined passenger service and became synonymous with the famous Zephyr fleet that made the Burlington Route legendary.

This model features excellent overall detail including cab interior, operating headlight, illuminated number boards and classification lights. The powered unit runs well with smooth operation. The authentic factory plating represents the original stainless steel finish that made these locomotives instantly recognizable.

HO Scale brass passenger car from Shoreham Shops Limited, featuring a Chicago Burlington & Quincy 48-seat diner. Manufactured in Korea by premium builders such as Samhongsa or Yulim International Corporation. Shoreham Shops Limited was known for producing highly detailed brass passenger cars representing the premier trains of American railroads.

The 48-seat diner was a classic configuration used by the Burlington Route on their famous passenger trains including the Zephyr fleet and other named services. These dining cars provided full meal service to passengers during their journeys, featuring comfortable seating arrangements and complete kitchen facilities to serve quality meals while traveling across the Burlington system.

Shoreham Shops models are renowned for their exceptional detail and accuracy, capturing the distinctive features of CB&Q prototype passenger equipment including proper window arrangements, roof details, and underframe components. The company specialized in modeling the elegant passenger cars that made the Burlington Route's streamlined and heavyweight trains legendary.

HO Scale brass steam locomotive from Overland Models, Inc. (OMI), featuring Union Pacific 4-8-2 Mountain class locomotive in streamlined configuration with factory paint and operating lights. Overland Models has been a premier designer of fine brass scale models since 1976, dedicated to creating the most accurate and highest quality reproductions with limited production availability.

The Union Pacific streamlined 4-8-2 Mountain locomotives were among the most distinctive steam locomotives ever built, featuring sleek Art Deco styling that epitomized the streamliner era. These powerful engines combined the proven performance of the Mountain wheel arrangement with revolutionary streamlined shrouding, making them both functionally superior and visually striking. The streamlined Mountains served on Union Pacific's premier passenger trains during the golden age of streamlined railroading.

This model features authentic brass construction with fine scale detailing including the distinctive streamlined shrouding, operating lights, and the precision-driven manufacturing process that Overland Models was renowned for. The factory paint represents the authentic Union Pacific passenger locomotive livery from this classic streamlined era.

HO Scale brass passenger car from Aurora Shops Ltd., manufactured in Korea by Dae-Ki. Features a 70-foot passenger coach equipped with mechanical air conditioning, representing the modernized heavyweight passenger cars that served American railroads during the transition period when air conditioning was being retrofitted to existing equipment.

Aurora Shops Ltd. was known for their quality brass passenger car models with attention to prototype accuracy. This coach represents the type of car that provided comfortable passenger accommodations during the era when railroads were upgrading their fleets with modern amenities like air conditioning. The mechanical AC equipment is accurately modeled, showing the distinctive roof-mounted units that became common on upgraded passenger cars.

The model features authentic brass construction with fine scale detailing including proper window arrangements, the characteristic air conditioning equipment, end platforms, and underframe details typical of prototype heavyweight coaches that received mechanical air conditioning retrofits.

HO Scale brass articulated 54-seat chair car pair from The Coach Yard, representing two Union Pacific "City of Los Angeles" streamliner cars - "Las Vegas" and "Salt Lake" from 1941. The Coach Yard specialized in producing limited-run brass models of unique and prototype-specific passenger equipment, with particular attention to accurately capturing regional railroad characteristics.

The "Las Vegas" and "Salt Lake" were articulated 54-seat chair cars serving on Union Pacific's famous City of Los Angeles streamliner, which provided luxury service between Chicago and Los Angeles via Omaha and Ogden. The articulated design, where cars share trucks between them, was a signature feature of streamlined trains, reducing weight and creating a smooth, unified appearance. The City of Los Angeles was one of UP's most prestigious trains, jointly operated with Chicago & North Western, featuring the railroad's iconic Armour Yellow and gray paint scheme. The car names celebrated major cities along the route through Nevada and Utah. The 1941 date represents the final year of peacetime streamliner construction before World War II.

This articulated pair features the specialized construction and prototype-specific detailing that made Coach Yard models highly sought after by collectors focusing on accurately modeling specific railroad operations and famous named trains.

Packaging: Complete with original Coach Yard box and contents.

HO Scale brass 6-section, 6-double bedroom Pullman sleeper from Challenger Imports, manufactured in Korea by Samhongsa. Represents a rebuilt Pullman Plan 4060 sleeper car "Poplar Branch" with mechanical Brine air conditioning, finished in classic Pullman green livery. Challenger Imports was renowned for producing high-quality brass models with exceptional detail and magnificent factory paint jobs, considered "collector grade" by enthusiasts.

The Plan 4060 was part of Pullman's extensive rebuilding program that modernized older heavyweight sleeping cars with new interiors, air conditioning, and updated amenities while retaining the proven heavyweight carbody construction. These rebuilt cars operated in Pullman's pool fleet and could be assigned to premier passenger trains on various railroads including Union Pacific, Pennsylvania Railroad, and New York Central. The 6-section, 6-double bedroom layout provided versatile sleeping accommodations for different passenger needs.

This model features the ultra-smooth and quiet mechanisms that Samhongsa was known for, along with an incredible level of detail including fine-scale features that made Challenger Imports models highly sought after.

Packaging: Complete with original Challenger Imports box and contents.

HO Scale brass train set from Oriental Limited, catalog number 1010, manufactured in Korea by Daeki. Features the complete Chicago Burlington & Quincy "Nebraska Zephyr" 5-car passenger articulated consist. Oriental Limited was known for producing quality brass models with exceptional attention to detail and prototype accuracy.

The Nebraska Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's famous streamlined passenger trains, part of the legendary Zephyr fleet that revolutionized American passenger railroading. This articulated train set represents the sleek stainless steel cars with their distinctive fluted sides that became synonymous with modern streamlined passenger service during the golden age of railroading.

Oriental Limited models are renowned for their fine craftsmanship and accurate representation of prototype features, manufactured by premium builders in Japan and Korea. This complete articulated consist captures the innovative design and engineering that made the Zephyr trains famous for their speed, comfort, and distinctive appearance.

Condition: Excellent - complete set appears unused with no signs of handling or operational wear. All cars retain sharp factory details and finish. Stored in climate-controlled environment for 30 years.

Packaging: Complete with original box and contents (see photos)

A rare and historically significant complete train set representing one of the most famous and innovative streamlined passenger trains in American railroading history

HO Scale brass passenger car from Railway Classics, manufactured in Korea by Ajin. Features Chicago Burlington & Quincy Havelock baggage car representing the distinctive baggage cars built at the Burlington's Havelock Shops. Railway Classics was known for producing detailed brass models with exceptional craftsmanship and authentic features.

The Havelock Shops were the Burlington Route's primary car building and repair facility located in Lincoln, Nebraska. Cars built at Havelock had distinctive design characteristics that set them apart from other railroad's equipment. This baggage car represents the type of specialized mail and express cars that were essential to the Burlington's passenger operations, handling baggage, mail, and express shipments on the railroad's premier passenger trains.

Railway Classics models feature excellent overall detail including proper window arrangements, reinforced baggage doors, end platforms, and authentic underframe details typical of Burlington Route passenger equipment. The model captures the distinctive Havelock Shops construction details that made CB&Q passenger cars recognizable.

Condition: Excellent - model appears unused with no signs of handling or operational wear. Sharp factory details and finish retained. Stored in climate-controlled environment for 30 years.

Packaging: Complete with original box and contents (see photos)

A beautifully detailed representation of Burlington Route baggage car service from a respected brass importer, capturing the distinctive characteristics of Havelock Shops construction.

HO Scale brass passenger car from Aurora Shops Ltd., manufactured in Korea by Dae-Ki. Features a 70-foot passenger coach equipped with mechanical air conditioning, representing the modernized heavyweight passenger cars that served American railroads during the transition period when air conditioning was being retrofitted to existing equipment.

Aurora Shops Ltd. was known for their quality brass passenger car models with attention to prototype accuracy. This coach represents the type of car that provided comfortable passenger accommodations during the era when railroads were upgrading their fleets with modern amenities like air conditioning. The mechanical AC equipment is accurately modeled, showing the distinctive roof-mounted units that became common on upgraded passenger cars.

The model features authentic brass construction with fine scale detailing including proper window arrangements, the characteristic air conditioning equipment, end platforms, and underframe details typical of prototype heavyweight coaches that received mechanical air conditioning retrofits.

Condition: Excellent - model appears unused with no signs of handling or operational wear. Sharp factory details and finish retained. Stored in climate-controlled environment for 30 years.

Packaging: Complete with original box and contents (see photos)

THE COACH YARD HO BRASS 1938 CITY OF SAN FRANCISCO/CITY OF LOS ANGELES PASSENGER CAR

HO Scale brass passenger car from The Coach Yard, representing the iconic 1938 City of San Francisco/City of Los Angeles articulated passenger cars. The Coach Yard has been a manufacturer of HO Scale brass model trains and passenger cars since their founding, with a tradition of "striving for excellence" and a mission to model all the premier trains of the United States Railroads. Built by premium manufacturers such as Sam Model Company of Korea or Apex Model Co.

The 1938 City of San Francisco and City of Los Angeles were revolutionary streamlined passenger trains representing joint operations between Union Pacific, Chicago & North Western, and Southern Pacific. These trains featured cutting-edge articulated passenger cars with distinctive Art Deco styling that epitomized the streamliner era. The innovative design and luxurious appointments made these trains symbols of modern American passenger railroading.

This model captures the sleek streamlined styling and unique articulated construction that made these cars engineering marvels of their time. The Coach Yard was known for exceptional detail and accuracy in reproducing the distinctive features of these legendary streamlined trains.

Condition: Excellent - model appears unused with no signs of handling or operational wear. Sharp factory details and finish retained. Stored in climate-controlled environment for 30 years.

Packaging: Complete with original box and contents (see photos)

HO Scale brass passenger car from The Coach Yard, featuring the iconic 1938 City of San Francisco articulated dining car. The Coach Yard has been a manufacturer of HO Scale brass model trains and passenger cars since their founding, with a tradition of "striving for excellence" and a mission to model all the premier trains of the United States Railroads. This model represents one of the most famous streamlined trains in American railroad history.

The City of San Francisco was a joint operation between Union Pacific and Southern Pacific, featuring revolutionary articulated streamlined cars designed by Union Pacific's styling department. This articulated dining car was part of the original 1938 consist, representing the pinnacle of luxury passenger service during the golden age of streamlined trains.

Built by Sam Model Company of Korea or Apex Model Co., this brass model captures the distinctive art deco styling and unique articulated construction that made these cars engineering marvels of their time.

Condition: Excellent - model appears unused with no signs of handling or operational wear. Sharp factory details and finish retained. Stored in climate-controlled environment for 30 years.

Packaging: Complete with original box and contents (see photos

HO Scale brass passenger car from Challenger Imports, manufactured in Korea by Samhongsa. Features the "Poplar Flats" passenger car representing one of the distinctively named cars that served on American passenger trains. Challenger Imports was renowned for producing high-quality brass models with exceptional detail and magnificent factory paint jobs, considered "collector grade" by enthusiasts.

Many passenger cars were given individual names, particularly observation cars and premium sleeping cars, which became part of railroad folklore and passenger service tradition. The "Poplar Flats" name suggests this may be an observation or premium sleeping car that served on a named passenger train, providing elegant accommodations for travelers during the golden age of passenger railroading.

This model features the ultra-smooth and quiet mechanisms that Samhongsa was known for, along with incredible level of detail including fine-scale features that made Challenger Imports models highly sought after. The model captures the distinctive characteristics of named passenger cars that made train travel a luxurious experience.

Condition: Excellent - model appears unused with no signs of handling or operational wear. Sharp factory details and finish retained. Stored in climate-controlled environment for 30 years.

Packaging: Complete with original box and contents (see photos)

HO Scale brass Vista Dome passenger car from Oriental Limited, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Silver Castle" from the legendary Twin Cities Zephyr. Oriental Limited (now known as AJ's Trains) was renowned for producing exceptionally detailed brass models with superior paint finishes that captured the elegance of America's streamlined passenger trains.

The Twin Cities Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier streamlined trains, operating between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul. The vista dome cars were a hallmark of mid-century passenger rail travel, offering passengers panoramic views through their distinctive elevated glass observation sections. The "Silver Castle" carried the Burlington's iconic stainless steel finish that made their Zephyr fleet instantly recognizable.

This model captures the graceful lines and fine details that made the Twin Cities Zephyr one of America's most beautiful trains during the golden age of passenger railroading. Oriental Limited's attention to scale accuracy and finish quality made their models highly sought after by both collectors and operators.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retained.

Packaging: Complete with original Oriental Limited box and content

HO Scale brass passenger car from Oriental Limited, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Silver Chariot" from the legendary Twin Cities Zephyr. Oriental Limited (now known as AJ's Trains) was renowned for producing exceptionally detailed brass models with superior paint finishes that captured the elegance of America's streamlined passenger trains.

The Twin Cities Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier streamlined trains, operating between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul. Each car in the Zephyr fleet carried an individual name, and the "Silver Chariot" was part of this distinguished consist that exemplified mid-century streamlined passenger service. The Burlington's iconic stainless steel finish made their Zephyr fleet instantly recognizable across the American rail landscape.

This model captures the graceful lines and fine details that made the Twin Cities Zephyr one of America's most beautiful trains during the golden age of passenger railroading. Oriental Limited's attention to scale accuracy and finish quality made their models highly sought after by both collectors and operators.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retained.

HO Scale brass passenger car from Oriental Limited, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Silver Parlor" from the legendary Twin Cities Zephyr. Oriental Limited (now known as AJ's Trains) was renowned for producing exceptionally detailed brass models with superior paint finishes that captured the elegance of America's streamlined passenger trains.

The Twin Cities Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier streamlined trains, operating between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul. Each car in the Zephyr fleet carried an individual name, and the "Silver Parlor" was part of this distinguished consist that exemplified mid-century streamlined passenger service. The Burlington's iconic stainless steel finish made their Zephyr fleet instantly recognizable across the American rail landscape.

This model captures the graceful lines and fine details that made the Twin Cities Zephyr one of America's most beautiful trains during the golden age of passenger railroading. Oriental Limited's attention to scale accuracy and finish quality made their models highly sought after by both collectors and operators.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retaine

HO Scale brass Vista Dome Parlor Observation car from Oriental Limited, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Silver View" from the legendary Twin Cities Zephyr. Oriental Limited (now known as AJ's Trains) was renowned for producing exceptionally detailed brass models with superior paint finishes that captured the elegance of America's streamlined passenger trains.

The Twin Cities Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier streamlined trains, operating between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul. The "Silver View" served as the distinctive tail-end observation car, combining the elevated panoramic vista dome section with an elegant parlor lounge and dramatic observation end. This combination made it one of the most desirable cars on the train, offering passengers spectacular views through both the dome glazing and the observation windows. The Burlington's iconic stainless steel finish made their Zephyr fleet instantly recognizable across the American rail landscape.

This model captures the graceful lines and fine details that made the Twin Cities Zephyr one of America's most beautiful trains during the golden age of passenger railroading. Oriental Limited's attention to scale accuracy and finish quality made their models highly sought after by both collectors and operators.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retained.

Packaging: Complete with original Oriental Limited box and contents.

HO Scale brass coach from Oriental Limited, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Silver River" from the legendary Twin Cities Zephyr. Oriental Limited (now known as AJ's Trains) was renowned for producing exceptionally detailed brass models with superior paint finishes that captured the elegance of America's streamlined passenger trains.

The Twin Cities Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier streamlined trains, operating between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul. Each car in the Zephyr fleet carried an individual name, and the "Silver River" was part of this distinguished consist that exemplified mid-century streamlined passenger service. The Burlington's iconic stainless steel finish made their Zephyr fleet instantly recognizable across the American rail landscape.

This model captures the graceful lines and fine details that made the Twin Cities Zephyr one of America's most beautiful trains during the golden age of passenger railroading. Oriental Limited's attention to scale accuracy and finish quality made their models highly sought after by both collectors and operators.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retained.

Packaging: Complete with original Oriental Limited box and contents.

HO Scale brass Vista Dome passenger car from Oriental Limited, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Silver Bluff" from the legendary Twin Cities Zephyr. Oriental Limited (now known as AJ's Trains) was renowned for producing exceptionally detailed brass models with superior paint finishes that captured the elegance of America's streamlined passenger trains.

The Twin Cities Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier streamlined trains, operating between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul. The vista dome cars were a hallmark of mid-century passenger rail travel, offering passengers panoramic views through their distinctive elevated glass observation sections. The "Silver Bluff" carried the Burlington's iconic stainless steel finish that made their Zephyr fleet instantly recognizable across the American rail landscape.

This model captures the graceful lines and fine details that made the Twin Cities Zephyr one of America's most beautiful trains during the golden age of passenger railroading. Oriental Limited's attention to scale accuracy and finish quality made their models highly sought after by both collectors and operators.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retained.

Packaging: Complete with original Oriental Limited box and contents.

O Scale brass Vista Dome passenger car from Oriental Limited, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Silver Stream" from the legendary Twin Cities Zephyr. Oriental Limited (now known as AJ's Trains) was renowned for producing exceptionally detailed brass models with superior paint finishes that captured the elegance of America's streamlined passenger trains.

The Twin Cities Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier streamlined trains, operating between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul. The vista dome cars were a hallmark of mid-century passenger rail travel, offering passengers panoramic views through their distinctive elevated glass observation sections. The "Silver Stream" carried the Burlington's iconic stainless steel finish that made their Zephyr fleet instantly recognizable across the American rail landscape.

This model captures the graceful lines and fine details that made the Twin Cities Zephyr one of America's most beautiful trains during the golden age of passenger railroading. Oriental Limited's attention to scale accuracy and finish quality made their models highly sought after by both collectors and operators.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retained.

Packaging: Complete with original Oriental Limited box and contents.

HO Scale brass diner from Oriental Limited, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Silver Feast" from the legendary Twin Cities Zephyr. Oriental Limited (now known as AJ's Trains) was renowned for producing exceptionally detailed brass models with superior paint finishes that captured the elegance of America's streamlined passenger trains.

The Twin Cities Zephyr was one of the Burlington Route's premier streamlined trains, operating between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul. The "Silver Feast" diner was where passengers enjoyed freshly prepared meals while traveling in style, experiencing the celebrated dining service that made Burlington Route trains famous. Each car in the Zephyr fleet carried an individual name, and the diner was an essential part of the full-service passenger experience. The Burlington's iconic stainless steel finish made their Zephyr fleet instantly recognizable across the American rail landscape.

This model captures the graceful lines and fine details that made the Twin Cities Zephyr one of America's most beautiful trains during the golden age of passenger railroading. Oriental Limited's attention to scale accuracy and finish quality made their models highly sought after by both collectors and operators.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retained.

Packaging: Complete with original Oriental Limited box and contents.

HO Scale brass Full Parlor car from Railway Classics, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Silver Lined." Railway Classics produced high-quality brass models known for their attention to prototype accuracy and fine craftsmanship, capturing the distinctive characteristics of American passenger equipment.

The "Silver Lined" Full Parlor car provided first-class accommodations for Burlington Route passengers, featuring luxurious parlor seating in an open-section arrangement. Parlor cars offered premium comfort with spacious rotating chairs and elegant appointments, catering to business travelers and those seeking superior service. Named cars like the "Silver Lined" were part of the CBQ's distinguished passenger fleet tradition.

This model features the detailed construction and accurate proportions that made Railway Classics models desirable among brass collectors and operators seeking authentic representations of prototype equipment.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retained.

Packaging: Complete with original Railway Classics box and contents.

HO Scale brass 10-6 sleeper from Railway Classics, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Shoreham Shops." Railway Classics produced high-quality brass models known for their attention to prototype accuracy and fine craftsmanship, capturing the distinctive characteristics of American passenger equipment.

The "Shoreham Shops" was a 10-6 configuration sleeper, featuring 10 roomettes and 6 double bedrooms, one of the most popular sleeping car layouts of the streamlined era. These cars provided comfortable overnight accommodations for passengers traveling on Burlington Route's premier trains. The 10-6 sleeper became a standard configuration across American railroads during the postwar period, offering flexible accommodations for both business and leisure travelers.

This model features the detailed construction and accurate proportions that made Railway Classics models desirable among brass collectors and operators seeking authentic representations of prototype equipment.

Condition: Excellent - stored in original packaging for decades in climate-controlled environment. Model appears unused with factory details and finish retained.

Packaging: Complete with original Railway Classics box and contents.

HO Scale brass diesel locomotive A/B unit set from Overland Models, representing Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway E1A and E1B passenger diesels. Overland Models (OMI) is recognized as one of the premier manufacturers of brass locomotives, known for exceptional mechanical quality, smooth operation, and meticulous prototype accuracy.

The Santa Fe E1 units were among the railroad's early streamlined passenger diesels, featuring the iconic Warbonnet paint scheme that became synonymous with Santa Fe passenger service. The E1A cab unit and E1B booster unit worked together to power the railroad's prestigious passenger trains across the Southwest. These elegant locomotives represented the transition from steam to diesel power and became symbols of modern railroading in the mid-20th century.

Overland Models' E-units are highly regarded for their smooth-running mechanisms, fine detail work, and accurate proportions. This A/B set captures the classic lines and stunning appearance of Santa Fe's legendary passenger power.

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HO Scale brass 70-foot coach from Railway Classics, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Aurora Shops." Railway Classics produced high-quality brass models known for their attention to prototype accuracy and fine craftsmanship, capturing the distinctive characteristics of American passenger equipment.

The "Aurora Shops" was a 70-foot heavyweight coach featuring mechanical air conditioning, representing the Burlington Route's investment in passenger comfort during the transition era. These coaches with their distinctive rooftop air conditioning equipment provided modern climate control for passengers traveling across the Midwest. The mechanical AC units were a significant upgrade from ice-cooled ventilation systems, making summer travel much more comfortable.

This model features the detailed construction and accurate proportions that made Railway Classics models desirable among brass collectors and operators seeking authentic representations of prototype equipment, including the characteristic rooftop mechanical equipment.

HO Scale brass dormitory lounge car from Coach Yard, representing the Colorado & Southern Railway's "Little Nugget" from 1938. Coach Yard specialized in producing limited-run brass models of unique and prototype-specific passenger equipment, with particular attention to accurately capturing regional railroad characteristics.

The "Little Nugget" was a combination dormitory lounge car serving on the Colorado & Southern, a Burlington Route subsidiary operating in Colorado and Wyoming. This dual-purpose car provided crew sleeping quarters in the dormitory section while offering passengers lounge amenities in the other section. The 1938 era represents the final years of heavyweight passenger car construction before the streamlined era, and cars like the "Little Nugget" served mountain route passenger trains connecting Denver with mountain communities.

This model features the specialized construction and prototype-specific detailing that made Coach Yard models highly sought after by collectors focusing on accurately modeling specific railroad operations and regional passenger service.

HO Scale brass baggage car from Railway Classics, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Havelock." Railway Classics produced high-quality brass models known for their attention to prototype accuracy and fine craftsmanship, capturing the distinctive characteristics of American passenger equipment.

The "Havelock" baggage car was an essential part of the Burlington Route's passenger operations, handling express shipments, mail, and passenger luggage. Named cars like the "Havelock" were typical of the CBQ's tradition of giving individual identities to their passenger fleet. These heavyweight baggage cars were workhorses of the passenger train era, operating on named trains and local services across the Burlington system.

This model features the detailed construction and accurate proportions that made Railway Classics models desirable among brass collectors and operators seeking authentic representations of prototype equipment.

HO Scale brass 10-6 sleeper from Railway Classics, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Shoreham Shops." Railway Classics produced high-quality brass models known for their attention to prototype accuracy and fine craftsmanship, capturing the distinctive characteristics of American passenger equipment.

The "Shoreham Shops" was a 10-6 configuration sleeper, featuring 10 roomettes and 6 double bedrooms, one of the most popular sleeping car layouts of the streamlined era. These cars provided comfortable overnight accommodations for passengers traveling on Burlington Route's premier trains. The 10-6 sleeper became a standard configuration across American railroads during the postwar period, offering flexible accommodations for both business and leisure travelers.

This model features the detailed construction and accurate proportions that made Railway Classics models desirable among brass collectors and operators seeking authentic representations of prototype equipment.

HO Scale brass E2B diesel booster unit from Overland Models, representing a Colorado & Southern Railway prototype from 1938. Overland Models (OMI) is recognized as one of the premier manufacturers of brass locomotives, known for exceptional mechanical quality, smooth operation, and meticulous prototype accuracy.

The E2B was a cabless booster unit designed to work in conjunction with E2A cab units, providing additional horsepower for passenger train operations. The Colorado & Southern, a Burlington Route subsidiary operating in Colorado and Wyoming, acquired these early EMD E-units to modernize their passenger service in the late 1930s. These locomotives represented cutting-edge technology for mountain passenger operations, replacing steam power on routes connecting Denver with mountain communities.

This model represents the original 1938 configuration, capturing the early diesel era when railroads first embraced streamlined passenger power. Overland Models' E-units are highly regarded for their smooth-running mechanisms, fine detail work, and accurate proportions.

HO Scale brass passenger car from Aurora Shops Ltd., manufactured in Korea by Dae-Ki. Features a 70-foot passenger coach equipped with mechanical air conditioning, representing the modernized heavyweight passenger cars that served American railroads during the transition period when air conditioning was being retrofitted to existing equipment.

Aurora Shops Ltd. was known for their quality brass passenger car models with attention to prototype accuracy. This coach represents the type of car that provided comfortable passenger accommodations during the era when railroads were upgrading their fleets with modern amenities like air conditioning. The mechanical AC equipment is accurately modeled, showing the distinctive roof-mounted units that became common on upgraded passenger cars.

The model features authentic brass construction with fine scale detailing including proper window arrangements, the characteristic air conditioning equipment, end platforms, and underframe details typical of prototype heavyweight coaches that received mechanical air conditioning retrofits.

HO Scale brass 54-seat chair car from Coach Yard, representing the "Market Street" from the legendary City of San Francisco streamliner, circa 1938. Coach Yard specialized in producing limited-run brass models of unique and prototype-specific passenger equipment, with particular attention to accurately capturing regional railroad characteristics.

The "Market Street" was a 54-seat chair car serving on the City of San Francisco, the famous streamlined train jointly operated by Union Pacific, Chicago & North Western, and Southern Pacific between Chicago and San Francisco. Named after San Francisco's main thoroughfare, this car provided comfortable coach seating for passengers traveling one of America's premier transcontinental routes. The 1938 era represents the early years of streamlined passenger service, when the City of San Francisco exemplified the modern, high-speed rail travel that captured the public's imagination.

This model features the specialized construction and prototype-specific detailing that made Coach Yard models highly sought after by collectors focusing on accurately modeling specific railroad operations and streamlined passenger service.

HO Scale brass baggage car from Railway Classics, representing the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad's "Havelock." Manufactured in Korea by Ajin Precision. Railway Classics produced high-quality brass models known for their attention to prototype accuracy and fine craftsmanship, capturing the distinctive characteristics of American passenger equipment.

The "Havelock" baggage car was an essential part of the Burlington Route's passenger operations, handling express shipments, mail, and passenger luggage. Named cars like the "Havelock" were typical of the CBQ's tradition of giving individual identities to their passenger fleet. These heavyweight baggage cars were workhorses of the passenger train era, operating on named trains and local services across the Burlington system.

This model features the detailed construction and accurate proportions that made Railway Classics models desirable among brass collectors and operators seeking authentic representations of prototype equipment.