LEGOs have been an iconic part of childhood for decades, but some sets have moved beyond the Christmas wish list and into the collector’s realm. LEGO trains, in particular, have generated a broad following for their intersection of design, creativity, and classic LEGO fun. LEGO collectors have playfully named their trains L scale, in imitation of HO and N scales of other model trains. LEGO manufactured its first train in 1965. This model of locomotive—designed to be pushed by hand—had neither engine nor track, and it was quickly replaced in 1966 with a train that was battery-powered and ran on blue plastic rails. The 4.5V battery usually resided in a train car just behind the locomotive. The 4.5V models were soon modified to 12V sets, which resembled Lionel model trains in that the locomotive drew power from an electrified third rail (actually two small rails), rather than from a battery. This system was replaced in 1991 by a 9V model, which featured an improved, easier to use design.
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The LEGO City high-speed passenger train gets your LEGO minifigures around the city in no time. The battery-operated 7-speed infrared remote control speeds it along the tracks, but don’t forget to pick up the commuter and watch out for the cyclist crossing the track.Train (L77 x W5 x H12cm overall)Carriages (front and rear L27 x W5 x H11cm, centre L22 x W5 x H10cm)Way station (H7 x W19 x D13cm)20x track pieces (track dimensions 96 x 70cm)3x minifigures: train driver, traveller, cyclist 4 x AAA (not included) Box: H38 x W58 x D10cm Model name / number Not suitable for children under 3 years More than 10 in stock Standard delivery within 5 working days Collect+ from a local shop from International delivery not available How we may still help you Returns are free -How to Make 9V and 12V Lego Train Tracks *-* Click images for Huge Pictures Intro: Make Plastic Lego Train Tracks Backwards Compatible with 9V and 12V Tracks Step One: Supplies Needed
The only supplies you'll need are Lego track and some foil tape. (if you don't want to use real track, there's another method here using 'O' gauge model railroad track that looks like a lot of work) The foil tape can be had at any real hobby supply store or stained glass shop. This foil tape is actually meant to be used between pieces of glass and then solderedIf you don't want copper colored tracks you can buy stainless steel or aluminum foil tape (I don't mind copper tracks, but I'm sure others will disagree). I have found aluminum "flashing" tape at hardware stores, if you have a lathe or infinite patience you can cut this up into strips the correct width and then you'll have silver track. Otherwise stainless steel foil tape looks common online, I haven't ordered any but you can certainly look around. New All Plastic Lego Train Track ***A note on the tape - I purchased mine from "Hobby Lobby" at ~$6 for 36 yards (7/32" wide) of copper strip. an adhesive on one side and is plain copper on the other.
The important thing is that you get the cheap stuff and not the heavy adhesive or black/silver backed tape, as it will not conduct if you need to tape a section to another section (as you'll probably have to do for switch tracks, etc) I know this foil is also sold without adhesive, so make sure you get the correct Step Two: Check out the Track and the Train Motor Step Three: Get to it! START - GO - COMPLETE (2) Accessories and Tools (6) GT-START kit for LEGO Trains The START kit contains the GT-Command SW for PC, the Radiomaster GT-Xconnect and one GT-Xcontrol IR sender with PF power kabel for controlling one train from a PC. GT-Command Starset with Sound for LEGO The same startset as 1302061 including GT-Xcontrol Sound. The sound module connects to GT-Xcontrol IR. The module contains 8 sounds up to 25 seconds each. Applicable in trains and other vehicles as well as stationary buildings. GT-COMPLETE LEGO Train Set Everything you can dream of to control your LEGO train from automatic drive to station management and great sound - and full tracking on the screen of your train.
Complete cross-over Electronic Station Set with support for 2 turnouts with Servo and 2 Signals with LED. Includes All components and LEGO-bricks for signalmasts and for servo-houses. GT-Command Mobile extra user UK Identical to 1300053GT-Command Mobile one or more extra users.This product allows your to connect one or more extra mobile users to your GT-Command system. Mobile users can be Android or IOS or Windows Mobile. Every extra user can control the whole layout on his mobile. GT-Xcontrol IR is the little sender in a LEGO-train which takes care of controlling speed, direction, light, position and sound the train. When the sender is operating the train the user can still use the LEGO-remote control. The sender is powered by the Battery in the train.GT-Xcontrol IR can also drive up ro 4 LEGO PF Engine. Sound module for GT-Xcontrol IR. To be connected using the 3-pole connector on GT-Xcontrol sound IR. The module contains 8 sounds with 25 seconds play each. Includes a small speaker for use in vehicles.