I have always had lionel but looking to get something for my kid to use. How does this train hold up? Do you need more track? Quality of build? Help!
390860
I have a 4 and 3 year old. I think it's typical great playmobile quality. Track is a little small but good enough for us. A little tricky for 3 year old to get on track but easier for 4-5 yr old.
390861
First bought train set for my grandson for his first Christmas when he was 9 months old. He is now 12 and still sets it up around their Christmas free. Bought a bunch of G scale track over the years plus a few extra cars.
390862
The train is solidly-built, fun to play with, and has great details (lights change depending on direction of train, for example). Like all Playmobil, it has a very high quality of build. The starter track is enough to get, well, started, but we immediately added some more curves and switch-segments and we're glad we did.
390863
The train is awesome, well built and stands up to rough play. More track would be ideal. My grandson loves it!
1424223
This train is compatible with the wooden rail system, but my kids do enjoy their engines off of the tracks. It can also be used with the grey Take-Along tracks (that are designed for the die-cast metal engines), but it might not fit inside of the accessory buildings of that line.
51035
Lol! Great question. Our's did the same. I tried super glue but it didn't last real long. Check with a Lionel distributer maybe. I've seen other little Lionel sets. Maybe they sell separate engines?
443264
I called Fisher Price and the first rep said she did not know. i had to call a second 800# and the rep said the train is stand alone, other engines do not work on the track. What a bummer!! My son won't be too happy. i think the "take along" sets have other engines you can add . Wish i knew before i bought this.
1428859
I am not sure what kind of tracks my grandson have, I know that they are wooden tracks and the trains go nicely on them. My boys have a great time playing with their trian and track set. hope this helps . S. Swett
1985062
Yes and yes and yes. The set comes with several excellent plans for real-world tracks. You can makes those or design your own track, which is what I did. You can buy more track also. I did not need to do so, and I was able to make a very challenging two-track layout on my 4x8 table, with one 8-foot straight-a-way and 11 turns, some very tight. By the way, as one buyer previously wrote, the four cars alone are worth the price of the set. They are quick and nimble. The set is loads of fun. Even my five-year-old grandson can do it with little practice, and my wife is the best, having the perfect delicate touch and aggressiveness to keep the car going very fast and never leaving the track. Yes and yes and yes. The set comes with several excellent plans for real-world tracks. You can makes those or design your own track, which is what I did. You can buy more track also. I did not need to do so, and I was able to make a very challenging two-track layout on my 4x8 table, with one 8-foot straight-a-way and 11 turns, some very tight. By the way, as one buyer previously wrote, the four cars alone are worth the price of the set. They are quick and nimble. The set is loads of fun. Even my five-year-old grandson can do it with little practice, and my wife is the best, having the... » Read More Yes and yes and yes. The set comes with several excellent plans for real-world tracks. You can makes those or design your own track, which is what I did. You can buy more track also. I did not need to do so, and I was able to make a very challenging two-track layout on my 4x8 table, with one 8-foot straight-a-way and 11 turns, some very tight. By the way, as one buyer previously wrote, the four cars alone are worth the price of the set. They are quick and nimble. The set is loads of fun. Even my five-year-old grandson can do it with little practice, and my wife is the best, having the perfect delicate touch and aggressiveness to keep the car going very fast and never leaving the track. « Show Less
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Yes you can. The set comes with 2 straight pieces of track (one is where the power supply attaches) and 8 curved sections. You can easily add additional "Lionel Fast Track" track sections (straight or curved) and train cars to the set. The remote Thomas engine is a surprisingly strong puller, and can easily handle an additional 3 - 6 cars (often advertised as Thomas O gauge expansion packs). Enjoy!
1851680
Just have the train, so I don't know. I think I would try to call the company directly about that. This train has provided a lot of fun. I like the way the cars connect. Good for eye-hand coordination. The four containers in one of the cars are a bit tricky for a young toddler (or adult sometimes) to figure out. Kind of a tight fit. Overall a great and very durable toy.
434766
I think this is a good starter kit. I would buy this, play with it some, and get a feel for what kind of tracks you like to build, and then buy what you need. I do find that my boys want to use the turn track and I always am wanting for more of the double female or double male attachments to hook them up to it. It only comes with two of each and you require at least double that for it to work out well.
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It is my understanding that this is an O-Gauge track. I am not an expert tho. BTW: I see someone said that it is cheap and not worth purchasing. Not sure how old their grandson is/was, but my son loved this set and it is still functional years later. Don't buy this for a toddler. Follow manufactuers recommended ages as always and enjoy!
111931
Looking at Lionels catalog, it looks like the 14' version has a ton more detail across the entire train/cars. I wonder at what cost though?
249501
I am aware that extra track is sold. I have purchased this train for my grandson as a Christmas gift. I'm excited to see it up and running.
929700
You can add any Lionel car to the set including the Polar Express add on's. The locomotive should be able to handle 10-12 cars. Thanks Len B E Discount Trains
310562
The Z1000 or any other MTH transformer hooks up to Lionel fast track just like the Lionel transformer. I have one and use it on my Lionel fast track. Also remember that all MTH and Lionel trains will work well with MTH transformers, but MTH trains do not play well with Lionel transformers. That is why I bought the Z1000 after purchasing an MTH train.
1156343
YES. As a matter of fact, I purchased the imaginarium train table, in stead of the Thomas and saved a fortune to start my layout for the grandchildren. Then, because they had Thomas & Friends in their mind. I replaced all the trains + with Thomas Battery Operated Trains. My youngest, my Granddaughter was 2 at the time, really enjoyed them running around the tracts WITH the Noises that the Imaginarium Train Set-up made. Thomas doesn't have those tracks and pieces. I suggest that if You expand the layout, as I did, You purchase Thomas Track. The difference is that Thomas Track has grooves where the wheels go and with Battery Operated Trains, there is better traction. IF You have any other questions, please feel free to ask me. Larry
520435
I am really not sure. We had gotten this train set for our 11 year old last Christmas, and it proved to be something for someone much older who could really put train together and maybe leave set up as a hobby room. It is a beautiful set, but if something is unlevel, it comes off track easily, so we had to just put the set away. I suggest you call the manufacturer about your particular question. Again, it is a very lovely (if you can describe a train set in that manner) train set, and if the answer is yes to your question from someone who knows, I think it would be something an adult would really enjoy. hope this helps you!
678357
We did the same thing. We started collecting about 6 years ago for our oldest son and now our youngest is enjoying the trains. We collected pretty much all of the diecast trains. We LOVE them...however, there seems to be more tracks and set ups for the wooden ones. We have a small amount of plastic track that works with the diecast but there isn't much else. We are considering collecting the wooden ones now!