{"product_id":"vtg-bendix-radio-model-55x4-maroon-catalin-bakelite-portable-tube-radio-1940","title":"Vtg Bendix Radio Model 55X4 Maroon Catalin Bakelite Portable Tube Radio 1940","description":"\u003cmeta name=\"keywords\" content=\"vintage bendix radio, bendix model 55x4, maroon bakelite radio, catalin tube radio, 1940s portable radio, superheterodyne receiver, antique vacuum tube, bendix aviation corp, old garage americana, retro valve radio, mid century electronics, radio restoration lot\"\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"Shop this rare vintage 1940s maroon Bendix Model 55X4 portable vacuum tube radio. Complete interior chassis with original diagrams, script logo, and power cord.\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Bendix Radio Model 55X4 Maroon Catalin Bakelite Portable Tube Radio 1940s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Bendix Radio Model 55X4 Portable Vacuum Tube Radio\u003c\/strong\u003e - Made in U.S.A.This is an authentic, highly collectible mid-1940s post-war portable superheterodyne tube radio manufactured by the Bendix Radio Division in Baltimore, Maryland. It features a striking, streamline-moderne maroon\/burgundy molded plastic cabinet (often referred to by collectors alongside Catalin and heavy Bakelite style plastics) with a built-in hinged flip-up cover that reveals the speaker grille and tuning dial.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bendix Aviation Corporation (Radio Division)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 55X4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14661 (Original paper factory chassis tag intact)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3-Way portable capability (Runs on 117 Volts AC\/DC line power cord or vintage portable dry cell batteries: 6V \"A\" and 67.5V \"B\").\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRadio Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: AM Band Superheterodyne receiver tuning 540-1620 KCS.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e: Features an original clean metal chassis plate with intact schematic location stickers and original vacuum tubes (including RCA Electron Tube components).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Approximately 11 inches wide by 8.5 inches tall by 5.5 inches deep.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe exterior maroon cabinet is in beautiful aesthetic shape with a rich, glossy luster and no visible structural cracks or major breaks. The original script \"Bendix\" logo on the front face and dial is clean and clear. The internal components are remarkably complete, including the original wiring loom, factory tube diagrams, and power cord. The brass hinges show typical vintage oxidation. This unit is being sold in untested, original vintage condition as an estate find for restoration, parts, or industrial retro display. Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic details and dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelling as pictured Stop by the store in Butler Pa and save!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e070426 GP\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cyclewarehouse.online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47402230022306,"sku":"Maroon Bendix Radio 070426","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0335\/9824\/2861\/files\/6a706aa9-9cd9-476b-a31b-57732d686a60.jpg?v=1783190257","url":"https:\/\/cyclewarehouse.online\/products\/vtg-bendix-radio-model-55x4-maroon-catalin-bakelite-portable-tube-radio-1940","provider":"cyclewarehouse.online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}