The two times that I have ordered locomotives from YD, they have. Been shipped with minimal packaging. I purchased shipping protection because of this issue. I would much rather have the item protected by appropriate packaging rather than the seller asking me to buy insurance in case the item gets damaged so they can save cost of packaging. The item purchased was outrageously priced anyway. Just seems like a supplier whose business is in trouble. The item was not damaged however the box was crushed and could have very easily been. The are not my first choice due to this issue.