Spike,
MTH did not buy out Lionel. However, they have some licensing agreements with Lionel. For instance, MTH will be making reproductions of pre-war Lionel tinplate trains/accessories.
Rene Schweitzer
Classic Toy Trains/Garden Railways/Model Railroader
Did "MTH" buy out Lionel?
I hope they did not bite off more than they can chew.
MTH makes they greatest product and at the best price.
I just wish they would/could make their delivery dates.
MTH has made their well detailed hopper in a new paint scheme with the Lionel logo on it. Their equipment looks much better in person than the Mfr illustration.
http://www.railking1gauge.com/detail.asp?item=70-75023
Joe
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