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Lionel Polar Express Train Set - G-Gauge


Lionel Polar Express Train Set - G-Gauge


Best Price: $139.99

Product Features
  • Highly-detailed G-Gauge steam locomotive
  • Authentic train sounds, including bell and whistle
  • Working headlight
  • Handsomely detailed passenger cars feature fixed knuckle couplers
  • Remote control features clearly marked buttons that allow the user to make the train go forward and backwards, to sound the whistle, to ring the bell, and to play `All aboard for the Polar Express¿
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Product Description

All aboard the Polar Express! Perfect for inspiring imagination, this electric train set features ultra-realistic start-up and shut-down sequences, and is loaded with authentic train sounds including a bell and whistle.

Train set has a Berkshire Steam Locomotive, Passenger Car and Observation Car. Features include bell, whistle, fixed knuckle couplers, IR R/C remote control and 50"L x 70"W oval track. Requires two "AA" batteries for controller and six "C" batteries for train, included.

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Alan Holt Said: Exeeded My Expectations ( Oct. 13th 2009 )
I was surprised to see the negative reviews on this product, but after reading them I think most of them were from people that did not read or understand the product description. This is a 'G' scale toy plastic train with plastic track that is battery powered and is controlled by an R/C unit. I have not seen another 'G' scale set with better quality equipment and features for the price. The engine has built-in sound that makes a steam 'chuff' noise synchronized to the speed of the engine. It also makes a steam brake release noise when it stops. It has a bell sound and whistle that you can control from the R/C unit. It has 3 speeds in both forward and reverse directions. The speeds seems very prototypical. The speed is also momentum controlled - the train speeds up and slows down at a measured pace just like a real train. The detail on the engine is quite good for a 'toy' train. I had the same experience with the included batteries as others - they barely moved the train for a few minutes and then conked out. I replaced the standard batteries with alkaline ones and it ran for about 10 hours before needing replacement. I have switched to a compatible 9.6v rechargeable battery that works great, is cheaper to run, and environmentally better. The packaging states the set is for kids 4 years or older. Both my 4-1/2 year old and 2 year old can run the train with the R/C controller (and did not stop playing with it for almost a week). However they do not have the dexterity to couple the cars or snap the track together. I would guess that a 5 or 6 year old would be able to assemble and operate everything without adult help. They have banged the engine, thrown the controller, and knocked the coaches around quite a bit without any damage. For model railroaders or anyone who wants to tinker, you could add lighting to the coaches fairly easily. I think the train would work well outdoors if you want to try creating a garden railway. I do wish Lionel would make more track options - an 'X' crossing and R/L hand switches would allow expansion to a true train layout instead of just an oval or circle. I don't think you could find a better quality radio controlled toy 'G' scale train with so many features for such a low price.
Jake's Dad Said: polar express train ( Jan. 11th 2009 )
This was just what my 4 yr old son wanted. He is crazy about trains of all kinds but especially loves the Polar Express. He is very happy with it and it has held up to his "crashes", so far!
Big John Said: Magical at Christmas!!!! ( Dec. 31st 2008 )
Santa brought this for my oldest son 5 1/2 yrs old and he just loves it. The G scale train came with a remote control fair amount of track and the engine, tender and 2 passenger cars. My son loves this toy train so much that while visiting family in town for Christmas was begging to go home and play with his Polar Express.
Kim Said: Won't run ( Dec. 29th 2008 )
Santa got this for my boys for Christmas (ages 5 & 7). Packaged well, durable. The track goes together easy and is sturdy. Comes with batteries which is a big plus; however, after getting everything together and pushing the button, it will only move a couple inches and then stops. How disappointing is that to two little boys who want to play with it on Christmas. So now I have to get 6 more C batteries and hope that that will fix it.
Mike B Said: DO NOT BUY FOR CHILDREN UNDER 6 ( Dec. 28th 2008 )
I purchased POLAR EXPRESS G-GUAGE train for my youngest boy. It was relatively easy to assemble and is very nice looking - but for the money you get short-changed on the amount of track with it. Important note is that it only runs on batteries. However, my son continues to want to lay or sit next to it and with the slightest touch it CONSTANTLY FALLS OFF THE TRACK!!!!! Also if you accidently touch the track it unsnaps. I have put this entire thing back together so many times I have lost count. I will keep it because he loves it anyway but I would not recommend buying this for any children under 6 - this item only designed to look at only.

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