Metropolitan HO Brass Model Train - Swiss Electric Locomotive Class Ae8/14 - Factory Painted
Metropolitan HO Brass Model Train - Swiss Electric Locomotive Class Ae8/14
- Very Rare & Hard Model To Find
- Nice model in "Excellent" overall condition.
- Track-tested and runs well.
- Model Has functional lights.
- Window glazing installed.
- The original box is included as shown.
- Factory Painted. Please see photos.
The Metropolitan Swiss SBB Class Ae8/14 I is a very nice handcrafted brass model, renowned for its exceptional detail and craftsmanship. Its paint finish and intricate details are truly impressive. Highlights include finely detailed roof components, precision-engineered pantographs, and intricately modeled bogies and undercarriage.
The model is equipped with a Faulhaber-type brushless, ironless, bell-shaped motor, ensuring smooth and reliable performance. It is an exceptionally rare piece only a handful were produced worldwide.
What’s most impressive about Metropolitan models is the exceptional quality of their craftsmanship—both cosmetically and internally. The motors, gearboxes, and drive assemblies are top-tier, showcasing unparalleled precision. Every component is constructed from durable materials like steel, brass, and die-cast metals. Their gearboxes, in particular, rank among the best we've ever encountered.
New models on the market today simply cannot compare to the quality of the handmade brass models from the 1970s and 1980s. Back then, craftsmanship and premium quality were the highest priorities for Metropolitan and many other brass model brands of the era.
