Remote Control Uncoupler

Manufacturer / MakerCreated by Lionel Corporation New York, New York, founded 1900

Date1940

Mediummetal, plastic

Dimensions3/4 × 3 1/2 × 2 1/8 in. (1.9 × 8.9 × 5.4 cm)

ClassificationsRecreational Objects

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Eleanor D. Miller

Object numberPC1977.48.47

DescriptionThis remote control uncoupler is a monochrome black color and includes two distinct pieces with a wire connecting them. One piece is larger and in the shape of an elongated rectangle and contains parallel ridges. The second piece is much smaller and is in a more compact form rectangular shape. This piece features two small red circular buttons on the left and right sides separated by for raised ridges and a circular emblem with the Lionel company symbol in the center. Remote couplers similar to this one are used for uncoupling/disconnecting train cars from one another without having to do it manually.

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