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Jerry’s Engine
1930s Lionel Jr. Diesel Engine
By : Kevin Domrois
Photos: Kevin Domrois
The Silver Streak diesel engine was produced by Lionel between 1935 and 1937, during the
Great Depression. The stamped metal painted set was modeled after actual trains like the Pio-
neer Zephyr. Originally released as wind up trains, they were later produced and sold as elec-
tric, with electric motors, and came with an engine, cars, track, and a transformer. There was a
bigger set that included a platform with a mountain background. The sets produced in 1935
were three car sets, with the number of cars increasing to four in 1936 and 1937. The set con-
sisted of No. 1700E engine, one or two No. 1701 coaches, and one No. 1702 observation car.
Paint schemes available were: Hiawatha Orange, Red and Chrome, Armor Yellow, and Silver
and Light Red.
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