As part of its 2010 train range of sets, Lego have also decided to release a train station to accompany their passenger and cargo trains.While the train sets themselves are the main draw of this range but the latest release train station is a very playable model to accompany them.With 361 pieces and priced at $49.99 its quite a tidy set and features a number of different areas for kids to play, regardless as to whether or not they actually have a Lego train set or not.With a few modifications most Lego cars and trucks can serve for trains and this station has all the features of a modern train platform to enhance their play.The set features 4 minifigures including 1 train driver, 1 taxi driver, and 2 travellers (a woman and a backpacker dude).Also included are the ticket office/kiosk, a sheltered waiting area, ticket machine and timetable and station map.A taxi waits to pick up passengers and can fit two minifigs inside, one behind the other in true taxi style.The layout of the station spans two separate platforms connected by an overhanging pedestrian bridge.The platforms are only wide enough apart to fit a single train track layout so unless you want to sit a second track outside of the smaller platform then you will need to lengthen the bridge, a simple task for most experienced Lego builders.In a way this set harks back to sets from a decade or two ago.There are a lot of small, friendly details including things like flowers in pots, which are a welcome addition to any urban set, garbage bins and drinks in the kiosk.It is a great little set and a perfect way to add a train element to your Lego city, regardless of whether you have one of the new train sets on offer.
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Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Lego 2010 Review - Set 7937 City Train Station
As part of its 2010 train range of sets, Lego have also decided to release a train station to accompany their passenger and cargo trains.While the train sets themselves are the main draw of this range but the latest release train station is a very playable model to accompany them.With 361 pieces and priced at $49.99 its quite a tidy set and features a number of different areas for kids to play, regardless as to whether or not they actually have a Lego train set or not.With a few modifications most Lego cars and trucks can serve for trains and this station has all the features of a modern train platform to enhance their play.The set features 4 minifigures including 1 train driver, 1 taxi driver, and 2 travellers (a woman and a backpacker dude).Also included are the ticket office/kiosk, a sheltered waiting area, ticket machine and timetable and station map.A taxi waits to pick up passengers and can fit two minifigs inside, one behind the other in true taxi style.The layout of the station spans two separate platforms connected by an overhanging pedestrian bridge.The platforms are only wide enough apart to fit a single train track layout so unless you want to sit a second track outside of the smaller platform then you will need to lengthen the bridge, a simple task for most experienced Lego builders.In a way this set harks back to sets from a decade or two ago.There are a lot of small, friendly details including things like flowers in pots, which are a welcome addition to any urban set, garbage bins and drinks in the kiosk.It is a great little set and a perfect way to add a train element to your Lego city, regardless of whether you have one of the new train sets on offer.
Monday, August 13, 2012
Lego 2010 Review - Set 7939 Lego City Cargo Train
In 2010, as part of their newest remote control train range, Lego is releasing another Cargo Train set.Lego Cargo trains tend to be popular with fans and it's not hard to see why.Trains are one of those toys that tend to last for years, and generations.Lego's first train was released in 1965 and it has since proved to be a regular release as part of the Town/City theme.Lego tends to release both a passenger train and a cargo train every few years and the cargo trains tend to offer a higher degree of playability due to the number of accessories and action features.Set 7939 is Lego's newest Cargo Train model for 2010 and contains 856 pieces which fit together to create a whole slew of accessories to the main train.The last release came in 2006 and utilised the largely unpopular remote control system that Lego have updated and improved for this release.Using the more efficient Power Functions system already in use in other sets, Lego have delivered more pulling power than the last set and this will please train fans.It comes with 4-channels and 7-speeds but lacks the horn and light functions from the last set.A total of 9 3A (triple A) batteries are required to power both the remote control and the motor in the engine.This may seem like a lot of batteries but Lego have actually reduced the degree of power required and increased the efficiency from their last wave of train sets which require 9AA batteries.The very smart looking locomotive engine comes with three carriages; an Octan fuel tank, a red box car with doors opening on both sides and a simple tray carriage that is used to transport cars.In addition the set comes with a truck cab and bed to carry the spare cargo container as well as two small "smart" cars that can be transported on the empty tray carriage.The set comes with stickers instead of printed parts, which is a shame but will no doubt keep the cost down.In regards to tracks the set also comes with 2 switch tracks, 8 straight tracks, 16 curved tracks and 16 flexible tracks that equal the length of 4 straight tracks.A crane is also included that can lift and carry the cargo onto the train.Overall the set is a highly payable addition to the Lego Train range and though it does not feature lights or a horn it has more power than the last release of trains.Keen fans should be able to add the missing features without too much hassle.
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Lego 7939 Lego Railway Express Train #4561 For Sale Online
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List Price : Price : $249.99
as of 2012-08-08 12:44 AM
Product Description
Train set.
- Railway Express Train #4561 One of the early trains that Lego company made.
- 645 pcs. 9 volt age 8-12.
- Made in Denmark. Introduced in 1999.
- Comes with 9 volt transformer, tracks, workers, cars, trucks, and more.
- Box is measured 21"x15"x4".
Lego Railway Express Train #4561 Reviews
lego 7939 : Lego Railway Express Train #4561 Reviews
| 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful  Lego's 1999 Express Train, By = Durability:  = Fun: = Educational: This review is from: Lego Railway Express Train #4561 (Toy) This might be the only Lego train that I would consider giving three stars. I picked this up at a garage sale last year and when I got it put together, I decided that it needed an immediate rebuild as an entirely different train. Your mileage may vary, and kids are going to go nuts over any kind of train, but I did not like the design. The engine is this odd little wedge that uses a custom base. The cars have ugly blue tinted windows with large flip up sides. The cars themselves are far too long, something that looks very wrong as the train rounds a curve (much of the car stretches over the trackside). In the set's defense, I do like the emphasis on a train that can be loaded and unloaded (see, for example some of the newer passenger trains that lack doors entirely!). Perhaps I'm too conventional, but with a small amount of your own Lego pieces, you can turn this into a much more attractive design.I should mention that this set comes from the 9 volt era of Lego... Read more 1 of 2 people found the following review helpful it's great, = Durability: = Fun: = Educational: This review is from: Lego Railway Express Train #4561 (Toy) I got this when i was like six (19 now) it was pretty cool. wish i still had the directions though has not been together for years. certainly not worth this price though even if it is no longer made. just because it was retired does not mean $5 worth of plastic sky rockets to $300 >.> |
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Sunday, July 22, 2012
Lego 7939 Low Price LEGO City Cargo Train 7939
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List Price : $179.99 Price : $177.99
as of 2012-07-23 01:26 AM
Product Description
Load up the new Cargo Train and send it down the line! Use the big crane to load and unload containers and cars from the train and container truck. Open the canopies on the engine to reveal the driver's cabins on either end; use the 4-channel, 7-speed infrared remote control to transport the goods along the tracks around the LEGO® City! Includes 4 minifigures: 1 train driver and 3 freight yard workers. Includes a full set of tracks: 2 switch tracks, 8 straight tracks, 16 curved tracks, 16 flexible tracks that equal the length of 4 straight tracks.
- Includes 4 minifigures: 1 train driver and 3 freight yard workers
- Cargo train features an engine, tank wagon, flatbed container wagon and auto carrier wagon with 2 small cars
- Big crane fits over tracks and container truck and features a working winch
- Set features Power Functions battery box, infrared receiver, motor and 8-channel, 7-speed, infrared remote control that controls up to 8 different trains simultaneously
- Track are not compatible with LEGO 9V trains
LEGO City Cargo Train 7939 Reviews
lego 7939 : LEGO City Cargo Train 7939 Reviews
| 56 of 56 people found the following review helpful Lego's New Deluxe Starter for 2010!, By = Durability: Just so you know, I'm a parent who loved Lego when I was a kid, and then rediscovered it with my kids. We generally like Lego trains and I have not had reason to speak ill of them. But this really IS a special set. = Fun: = Educational: This is Lego's deluxe starter set. The train is nicely crafted and the set has a ton of playability. The engine is a European-style, yellow and gray, electric freight engine. The rolling stock includes a flat car, tank car and container car. The set also has a red full-length container, a yellow half-length container, two small automobiles (that load onto the flat car), green container gantry, a semi with container trailer, and four mini-figures. It includes 8 pieces of straight track, 16 curved, two switches, and 16 pieces of flex track. It also has all the necessary Power Function (PF) accessories (motor, infrared control, and battery box). The battery box is a new part; it holds six AAA batteries and sits inside the engine. If you don't like changing out... Read more 5 of 6 people found the following review helpful Lego Train, By = Durability: This is a great train. I purchased it for Christmas for my 7 and 10 year old and they love it. They have played with it non-stop since we gave it to them. It is much better than I throught it would be. Very fast and durable. I look forward to adding onto the train set and buying some more sets. = Fun: = Educational: 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful Great product!, = Durability: = Fun: = Educational: Amazon Verified Purchase This review is from: LEGO City Cargo Train 7939 (Toy) It's not a cheap box, however, it's worth every penny! Not only it's a challenging Lego toy, but also it comes with remote control. With the size of the project, my child showed organizational and good planning skills of tackling one object at a time. It's a great product! |
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