This is a Lionel 6520 Vintage O Green Generator Operating Searchlight Car - Rare from 1949-51. Finding a searchlight car is easy, however finding this one with the green generator is difficult to find and a real prize! The 6520 searchlight car was the first searchlight car produced by Lionel in the postwar era. It is a good representation of a real searchlight car. Soon, every Lionel town had at least one searchlight on the layout. The 6520 is a reliable operating car. It was included in many work train sets as well as being available for separate sale. The light has an on/off switch underneath that can be activated by a Lionel UCS track section. This car features a rotating searchlight, die-cast metal trucks, die-cast metal operating knuckle couplers, metal wheels and axles.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-6: Very Good. This item shows scratches, dents, and paint loss throughout various sections of the shell and chassis. This item shows rust on the chassis, detail pieces, and wheels. The stirrup steps show bends. The lettering on this item is partially faded. The overall appearance of this item may be improved with a gentle and thorough cleaning. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is not included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Very Good.

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

Manufacturer: Lionel
Model Number: 6520
Years Manufactured: 1949 - 1951
Road Name: Lionel

Scale/Era: O Postwar
Model Type: Freight Cars


The Trainz SKU for this item is 6240385.

Trainz Product Id: 11422655