I have had this Radio for several years, but never played it. I just used it for display because I always thought it was quite unique. I has tubes and is NOT ELECTRIC. I do not know how old this Radio is, but from a little research, it is probably from the 1930's or 1940's era. Wards Airline Radio Model 62-404 and takes an "A" Battery. It has 3 battery plug-ins and some of them need a slight repair. They are a bit frayed due to age. I cannot garantee this Radio plays because I never got a battery for it.