622 A. T. & S. F.

Production: 1949 & 1950

History
The 622 A.T. & S.F. NW2 diesel switcher was an all-new locomotive design produced by Lionel in 1949. It is a reliable diesel with excellent quality and attention to detail. Even in today's marketplace, it's a desirable diesel.

The 622 -- and its 027 gauge cousin the 6220 -- featured a new bell ringing feature within the interior of a diesel locomotive. This novel concept was borrowed from the 1665 bell-ringing steam switcher, which was last manufactured in 1946. A small bell was installed within the diesel and as the train travelled along the track, the bell produced a continuous and frequent 'ding'. Unfortunately, some owner elected to disconnect or remove the bell as it would become a nuance after a few minutes of use. When purchasing a 622 or 6220 these days, be careful to ensure the bell and its associated components are still mounted within the locomotive.

Lastly, Lionel included the 622 diesel as the lead locomotive in only one set. It was an O gauge work train outfit manufactured in 1949.

Features
Standard features of the 622 includes: two axle Magnetraction, three-position E-unit, headlight at each end, dual operating coil type couplers, front marker lights, wire handrail plus GM & Santa Fe decals, black ornamental bell, silver ornamental horn and a radio wheel.

Additional Detail, Photos & Box Information
'622' on Front - Shown in second photo above - The earliest production runs from 1949 had the number '622' printed on the front, below the simulated radiator. This was soon eliminated and these early versions with the print number are hard to find.
'GM' decal - The GM decal is located on the side of the long hood near the front. This is know to have been produced in both a small and larger version -- although there is no difference in value.

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