Trains*Lionel 6-11149 O UP LionMaster UP Big Boy Steam Loco & Tender #4006 – Model Train Junction: Quality Parts and Art Supplies

Here is a Lionel 6-11149 O UP LionMaster Big Boy Steam Loocomotive and Tender. The ultimate articulated locomotive rejoins the semi-scale LionMaster roster. An imposing presence on any layout, the Lionel LionMaster Union Pacific Big Boy measures 29 inches, yet can still easily negotiate O-31 curves. Features for this locomotive include LEGACY Control System equipped able to run in LEGACY Control mode, in TrainMaster CommandControl mode, or in Conventional mode with a standard transformer, Odyssey II Speed Control with ON/OFF switch, LEGACY RailSounds sound system featuring (-CrewTalk dialog and TowerCom announcements, each with different scenarios depending on whether a the locomotive is in motion or stopped -Five official railroad speeds with CrewTalk dialog -DynaChuff synchronized chuffing that shifts through 15 levels of intensity as the locomotive gains speed -LEGACY Real-Time Quilling Whistle control with instant response for realistic signature quilling and correctly timed warning signals -Single hit or continuous bell sounds -Realistic operator-controlled effects, including the water injector -Independently adjustable volume control-use the Remote Controller to lower the level of background effects such as the whistle at full volume), a wireless Tether connection between locomotive and tender, directional lighting including operating headlight, classification lights, and operating back-up light on tender, an ElectroCoupler on rear of tender, dual powerful maintenance-free motors with momentum flywheels, four traction tires, fan-driven smoke unit, die-cast metal locomotive body, pilot, and trucks, die-cast metal tender body and trucks, separately applied metal details, accurate, separately-applied builders plates, authentically detailed cab interior, flickering firebox in cab, glass in cab windows, engineer and fireman figures.

The Big Boy was originally designed to be a massive freight hauler packing a whopping 24 wheels on the locomotive and a massive 14-wheeled tender in tow. Designing and producing the 4-8-8-4 model was a daunting task initially with several challenges presenting themselves in production. Early upgrades would include a 25,000 gallon water tank, a 50,000 pound capacity for coal, and a whopping 135,375 pounds of tractive power! A reduction in wheel diameter from 69in to 68in would see an increase in traction, and in 1940 the decision to equip each unit with a larger firebox would be made as well. Later upgrades like an increase in boiler pressure would provide a massive boost for the Big Boy helping power the massive giant as it made its way down the Wasatch Range. The Big Boy would also feature an articulated design, and was hinged to handle the curves and twists of the Wasatch route. At top speed the Big Boy was clocked at 130km/hour (80 miles/hour), but would rarely hit such speeds, and would typically travel at 55mph. At its completion, each Big Boy would cost roughly $265,000, translating to just about $4.6 million per unit present day.

Upon their arrival from production, the 4-8-8-4 model would quickly garner attention for its massive size. Engineers and rail-yard workers alike were in awe of the colossus that was presented to them. For one ALCO employee, only one name fit for such massive engine. Wasting little time, the unnamed ALCO employee found a nearby piece of chalk and would write “Big Boy” on the #4000 engine’s smokebox door. The “Big Boy” name quickly became popular around the rail yard, before eventually going on to become the locomotives official moniker.

Condition: Factory New (C-9)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-9)

Manufacturer: Lionel
Model Number: 6-11149
Years Manufactured: 2008 – ????
Road Name: Union Pacific (UP)
MSRP: $859.99

Scale/Era: O Modern
Model Type: Steam Loco

The Trainz SKU for this item is P11440676.

Trainz Product Id: 11440676