Operating Cars were always among the most exciting features of Lionel Trains during the Post-war period. Designed by the creative people in Lionel’s design department they were sure to bring a smile to every kid who had these cars. Sometimes working in conjunction with their accessories, these cars unloaded logs, coal, cattle, horses, culverts and many other miniature payloads. As Lionel entered the "Space Race" in the late 1950’s, helicopters, rockets and satellites were also launched from these cars. We’ve listed these cars on the Military & Space Cars page.
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