Model Attributes

• Running Noise (1 = low, 10 = high): 6
• Motor Type: Can
• Window Glazing: No
• In-Cab / Interior Detail: Backhead
• Lights: Directional
• DCC: N/A
• DCC System: N/A
• Sound: N/A

Last time we had this variation: 5/17

Please be sure to check out the photos.

Notes: PFM Collection #17, COA included. Original box included. Model in Reboxx for shipment.

• In 1999 Pacific Fast Mail, imported their last model, with longtime partner Japanese builder Tenshodo.
•  The Retail price on these models was $3995.00 at that time.  Quite a pricey model, and a hard sell with PFM's non-existent dealer structure in that era.   Many were sold in Japan, less than 1/2 were imported to the US by PFM. 
  
• They were only sold direct through PFM. 
  
•  This model is unique on several levels. 
  
• It is the last UP Challenger Tenshodo ever built.
•  It is the LAST PFM imported model.
• Very few were done, and there were many variations. There 41 built, and 33 different variations, so virtually every model is unique in some way. 
  
• These models feature: Twin Motors, Each Driver Set is Separately motorized. 
  
• Very Smooth Running & Quiet Equalized Suspension 
  
• Open smokestack to smokebox chamber. 
  
• Individual loco number on UP smokebox front number plate & number boards. 
  
• Excellent detail throughout, including lagging clamps. See through running boards, ashpans on coal burners. Sprung tender wheels. 
  
• Directional lighting. 
  
• Dual sound cams. 
  
• Walnut finished wooden box, with clear panel which can be used as a display case.
• Model also includes COA showing it came from the PFM collection.

OF SPECIAL NOTE:

• These are models we originally picked up from PFM's offices in Edmonds, WA.  They were brand new in their boxes at that time.  This model came from a collector who purchased them from us directly and kept them in a climate controlled environment in their original boxes, until we recently purchased them back.  Because of this, these are likely some of the finest examples you will find.

INFO: Model grading is shown in the "GRADING" tab

SHIPPING: Please note that shipping prices are subject to change, especially when and if, (1) items are being shipped outside of the U.S., (2) are large, and / or, (3) are combined with multiple other items for shipment. The price for shipping that you see at checkout is our best estimate; the actual cost may need to be adjusted depending on the circumstances. We will contact you if an adjustment needs to be made.