| The 623 was the first loco made with Lionel's new vertical motor and, coupled with it's heavy diecast base, this loco is considered by many to be one of the best running locos of all time. Produced from 1952 until 1954 and modeled after EMD's (General Motors) NW2 switcher. Black painted body with white heat-stamped lettering, small GM and Santa Fe medallion decals. Black painted diecast frame. Came with silver horn, black bell, black wheel, front and rear coil couplers, and two axle Magnetraction. Two versions were made - a ten stanchion wire handrail, and a three stanchion wire handrail. |
