@Peter C posted:Here are photos with the yellow arrows showing the fracture point in the hinge part.
This break was not caused by locomotive operation but rather shipping damage.
That one is made like the Niagaras. Not a good design. As you already figured out the piece can be removed but you will have to do some disassembly. I would be surprised if Lionel sells that part though. JB Weld might hold together. You can try contacting Lionel about a replacement.
Looks like you are in luck, They make a right and left hand.
Pete