That sounds interesting, I know Lionel made a Hiawatha set very soon after the real one started running in 1934, but I don't think I've heard of a Flyer version. Might be quite rare!!
But...as noted, this forum is about classic real trains (as covered in Classic Trains magazine), you probably meant to post this in the Classic Toy Trains magazine forum.
If you haven't done so already, you should also post this on the Classic Toy Trains Magazine forum. That's where most of the AF and Lionel folks are. From what little I know about AF trains, I believe you have something very nice there!!
Could anybody tell me where I can obtain information pertaining to a 1936-1937 Hiawatha American Flyer Train? I have the complete set including the engine, tender car, (2) passenger cars, observation car, transformer and track. I also have a depot, crossing lights, two tunnels and most of the original boxes. The train does work. Something unusual is the track has a fourth rail used to power the whistle located in the tender car. I'm new to this hobby and would appreciate any information you can offer.
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