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π KEYSTONE LOCOMOTIVE WORKS HO-108
G.E. 44-Ton Diesel β’ Canadian National #6 β’ HO Scale β’ Vintage Powered Model
πΊπΈ U.S. BUYERS β BUY WITH COMPLETE CONFIDENCE πΊπΈNO Import Duties β’ NO Customs Fees β’ NO Brokerage ChargesAll applicable import duties, customs-clearance charges and brokerage fees for U.S. delivery are paid by the seller.The shipment will be customs-cleared for delivery to the United States.No additional import-duty, customs-clearance or brokerage payment is expected from the buyer upon delivery.(Applies only to U.S. buyers; not for other countries.)Keystone Locomotive Works HO-108
G.E. 44-Ton Diesel Locomotive
Canadian National #6 β’ HO ScaleFair Offers WelcomeDescription
Offered for sale is a vintage Keystone Locomotive Works HO-108 G.E. 44-Ton Diesel Locomotive, assembled and finished as Canadian National #6.
The original box is clearly marked HO-108 β G.E. 44 Ton Diesel Locomotive Kit.
This example has been assembled and painted in the classic Canadian National green and yellow scheme with road number 6.
The locomotive features a compact center-cab body, fine handrails, cab glazing, metal running gear and visible geared drive components beneath the chassis.
Canadian National #6 was a real General Electric 44-ton switcher. The prototype was built in September 1942, originally operated by the Minneapolis & St. Louis Railroad, and was later acquired by Canadian National in 1957.
This makes the model especially attractive for collectors of Canadian National, industrial switchers, vintage HO locomotives and Keystone Locomotive Works models.
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VINTAGE KEYSTONE POWERED LOCOMOTIVE β
HO-108 β’ GE 44-TON β’ CANADIAN NATIONAL #6Condition
- Very good vintage cosmetic condition.
- Locomotive has been assembled and painted.
- Canadian National green/yellow paint scheme remains attractive.
- Road number #6 markings remain clearly visible.
- Canadian National lettering remains visible on both hood sections.
- Handrails appear present.
- Cab glazing appears present.
- Truck and gear assemblies are visible underneath.
- Normal age-related paint wear and handling marks are present.
- Small scratches / marks may be visible under close inspection.
- Original Keystone Locomotive Works HO-108 box is included.
- Box shows substantial age, shelf wear, discoloration, edge wear and tape residue.
- Mechanical operation has not been confirmed for this listing.
- Please review all photographs carefully.
- Buyer receives exactly the locomotive and box shown.
- Sold exactly as photographed.
Technical DetailsBrandKeystone Locomotive WorksModel / Item NumberHO-108PrototypeGeneral Electric 44-Ton Diesel SwitcherRailroadCanadian National / CNRoad Number6Prototype ClassER-4cPrototype BuiltSeptember 1942ScaleHO ScaleGaugeHOOriginal Product TypePowered Locomotive KitPower TypeDiesel / Electric Model DriveColorCanadian National Green / YellowCountry / Region of ManufactureUnited StatesOriginal BoxIncluded β Heavy Storage WearTestingOperation Not ConfirmedOffice Location__________Canadian National #6 Prototype
Canadian National #6 was a distinctive member of CN\'s small fleet of General Electric 44-ton switchers.
The locomotive was built in September 1942 as Minneapolis & St. Louis D-842, later renumbered #11 before being acquired by Canadian National in February 1957.
CN classified the locomotive ER-4c. It was rated at approximately 380 horsepower and weighed about 92,180 pounds.
The locomotive remained with Canadian National until 1970 before being sold into industrial service.
Observations Under Close Inspection
- Canadian National road number #6 is visible on both cab sides.
- Canadian National lettering remains visible across both hood sections.
- Classic olive / green CN body finish remains attractive.
- Yellow sill stripe is present.
- Fine side handrails remain present.
- Cab window glazing is visible.
- End couplers are present.
- Metal running gear and truck components are present.
- Original Keystone red HO-108 box is included.
- Original internal paper wrapping is included as shown.
- Box label remains readable despite substantial age-related wear.
- Please use photographs as the final reference for exact condition and completeness.
β οΈ IMPORTANT β PLEASE REVIEW ALL PHOTOS CAREFULLYThe buyer will receive the EXACT KEYSTONE HO-108 CANADIAN NATIONAL #6 LOCOMOTIVE AND BOX SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPHS.This is a vintage assembled model and shows normal signs of age, previous use and storage.MECHANICAL OPERATION HAS NOT BEEN CONFIRMED FOR THIS LISTING.The original box shows substantial shelf / storage wear, discoloration, edge wear and tape residue.No additional parts, instructions or accessories are included unless clearly visible in the photographs.SOLD EXACTLY AS PHOTOGRAPHED.π¦ Shipping & Packagingβ Locomotive will be carefully protected.β Handrails, couplers, trucks and cab details will receive additional protection.β Original vintage box will be protected inside a strong outer shipping carton.β Additional cushioning will prevent movement during transit.β Tracking information will be uploaded after shipment.β©οΈ ReturnsReturns are accepted.The locomotive and original box must be returned in the same condition in which they were received.ποΈ OLD TIME GOOD TIMEWe specialize in vintage HO Scale locomotives, Canadian railway models, metal train kits and hard-to-find collectible equipment.