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Marx 490 “Chugging” Engine No. 4040

The Marx 4040 train set, a beloved vintage toy from the mid-20th century, is known for its distinctive chugging sound. This electric set features a 490 0-4-0 steam engine equipped with a mechanical chugging mechanism—a brass strip hitting a metal…

Marx Wind-Up Set

Marx plastic wind-up trains were introduced in the 1930s and quickly became popular for their affordability, durability, and engaging designs. These trains operated on clockwork motors that were wound up with a key, eliminating the need for electricity and making…

Marx 999 Engine No. 25249

The Marx 999 engine No. 25249 is a vintage toy train known for its classic design and high-speed performance. Running on O gauge tracks, the engine features an AC motor with an automatic direction control, making it easy to operate.…

Nickel Plate Road No. 10500

The Marx Nickel Plate Road toy train set, particularly from the 1950s, is a popular vintage collectible known for its streamlined steam-type design. The set typically includes a locomotive and various cars, often marketed as ready-to-run, capturing the essence of…

999 Post War No. 25224

The Marx 999 engine No. 25224 is a vintage toy train known for its classic design and high-speed performance. Running on O gauge tracks, the engine features an AC motor with an automatic direction control, making it easy to operate.…