Parent’s Top Rated: Best Toy Trains Sets for Kids of All Ages HomeToysBoy ToysParent’s Top Rated: Best Toy Trains Sets for Kids of All Ages We are currently experiencing problems on our server. For many Americans, "Lionel" means "big train fun," especially at Christmas. The mere sight of a Lionel train around the Christmas tree invokes all sorts of memories. And Lionel still offers many great "traditional" Christmas train sets. But Lionel hasn't been resting on its laurels, as shown by the exciting Polar Express train they introduced in 2004, and the new cars they have introduced each year since. And remember, all of the trains and cars on this page are compatible, so feel free to shop the whole page. This holiday season, we are pleased to welcome several new products, including a Christmas train based on the Victorian-era Hall locomotives that were the pride of Britains Great Western Railways. If you have a British-themed Christmas village (say one of the fifteen or so Dickens-inspired ceramic villages that have come around in the last thirty years), this is the train for you.
Unfortunately, lots of other folks think so, too - it is going VERY fast, so don't wait too long. Two of the other trains on this page are also in short supply. In addition, I've had to remove two of the trains and one of the accessory sets we listed here last year, because all of the vendors we trust for online shopping are completely out of stock. So, we invite you to learn and to have fun learning about the exciting new products. But we can't guarantee any of them will be in stock if you wait too long to order. Note about Availability and Pricing: Although I try to keep an eye on things and to recommend products that are reasonably available, the model train market does fluctuate, and any product on this page may change price or become unavailable without prior notice. (In fact, I've inadvertently caused a "rush" on several products just by listing them on these pages.) I used to try to list multiple suppliers for the most popular trains. But, frankly, the recession put a number of them out of business, and several of the survivors are mostly just selling through Amazon anyway.
So just listing Amazon for most of these products will still give you the chance to comparison shop in many cases. Still, experience tells me that at least two more of the trains on this page will disappear beore Christmas, and it always gets harder for me to keep these pages updated as the holidays progress. So please avoid disappointment and order early. For more detailed information about why model train products seem to come and go and why I have stopped listing prices on my "catalog pages," please see my article "About Pricing and Availability." Note about Suppliers: While we try to help you get the trains and other products you want by recommending suppliers with a good record of customer service, all transactions between you and the supplier you chose to provide your trains are governed by the published policies on the supplier's web site. So please print off any order confirmation screens and save copies of invoices, etc., so you can contact the appropriate supplier should any problems occur.
(They almost never do, but you want to be on the safe side.) The Lionel(r) Polar Express Train Set - If you can get ahold of one, this set will give you everything you need to set up a Polar Express Train around your Christmas tree. This train set includes a very large, solid, high-quality locomotive that whistles, as well as two lighted passenger cars with silhouettes that show scenes from the movie. Characters from the movie are also included. Even if you don't see the movie, you probably don't want to miss this value. I enjoyed the movie, too.) If you're a train fan, it might help to know that this locomotive is based on a Pere Marquette Berkshire that ran on the real railroads near the author's home when he was growing up. This locomotive is one of the nicest Lionel O-27 locomotives that has been produced in a while. The current version of this set includes a remote control, which means you can adjust the train's speed from your armchair if you wish. Click the button to the right for more information.
Note about the "Large Scale" Polar Express(r) Train Set: - While you are shopping for a Polar Express train, you will almost certainly come across Lionel's "Large Scale" version. It's bigger, it's cheaper, what's not to like? Sadly, it is a battery-powered toy train with plastic track. The whole train is far too small to be considered "Large Scale" in any meaningful sense, though it does run on 45mm track (the same track width that real Large Scale trains use). And it's not nearly as well-made as the O gauge version. Readers tell me they go through a lot of batteries, and even the people who like them recommend getting a rechargeable battery and charger. If you do want to check it out, click here to see the Amazon listing. But if you want a train set that will give you historic Lionel quality and hours of unattended running, consider sticking with the O gauge (three-rail) version on this page. Build and take control of your very own locomotive with the Lego City High Speed Passenger Train.This awesome train features a working engine so you can use the 7-speed infrared remote control to send it around the track.
Use your construction skills to build the perfect train and full circular track, then test your driving abilities to move it around the rails.Go slow on the bends then speed up to get the passengers there on time.Lift off the roof of the front car to place the driver inside at the cool dashboard and open the passenger cars to access the seats and tables.Wait for the train with the traveler at the way station, and pedal safely across the crossing with the cyclist once the train has gone past. This 610-pice set includes 3 mini figures so there's everything you need for great railway adventures.Useful info:Lego City High Speed Passenger Train - 60051Includes 3 mini figures: train driver, traveler and a cyclist610 piecesFeatures motorized locomotive with 8-channel, 7-speed infrared remote control,Comes with 16 curved rail tracks and 4 straight rail tracksAge from 6 yearsBanBao building brick toys are fun, educational and for all children older than 5. Naar de Trendy Beach serie Welcome to BanBao World