
HO Brass Custom Joe G. Collias Scratch Built MP - Missouri Pacific 2-10-2 No. 1718 (Ex. Wabash)
HO Brass model scratch built by Joe G. Collias into Missouri Pacific 2-10-2 No. 1718. Relabeled PFM United box shows minimal shelf wear. Box has note written on lid from Joe Collias. No spare parts included. The chassis and mechanism appear to be from a Balboa Southern Pacific 2-10-2 but have been modified. The boiler may be of similar origin but has also been heavily modified and detailed. Katsumi running gear is smooth. The tender may be scratch built but may also have origins in other MP models. Tender features "dog house" details not seen on other factory built models. Details Brand: Scratch Built Joe G. Collias Part Number: N/A Condition: C-7 Excellent Decorated: Unpainted - Moderate to heavy tarnish as there is no clear coat on the raw brass Wheel Wear: Minimal - Wheel plating excellent Noise: 2 of 10 - Minimal motor/drive noise - Very quiet for an open frame motored model Operation: Runs well Motor: Open Frame Motor (OFM) Backhead/Interior Detail: Yes Lighting: None Couplers