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1. Fisher-Price TrackMaster Daring Derail Train Set
Feature
Complete Thomas & friends train set includes motorized Thomas, cargo car, cargo crate, and full track layout with derailing bridge featureSend Thomas towards the bridge and he'll trigger the blast - his cargo pops out and lands in the cargo holder, a "flame" shoots up, and the bridge moves
The bridge derails Thomas and forces him down the slope
At the bottom of the slope, Thomas rides back onto the tracks
Adjust the railway sign to turn off the derailing feature and Thomas will complete a full loop over the bridge
Description
Children will feel like part of the adventure as they watch the no. 1 blue engine avoid disaster in the Thomas & friends TrackMaster daring derail set from Fisher-Price. When an explosion blows the bridge out of position, it forces Thomas to derail, but even a dangerous blast can't stop him! as children send motorized Thomas around the train set and up towards the bridge, the crate of TNT pops out of his cargo car, creating an explosion that shifts the bridge and causes "flames" to shoot up. The busted bridge derails Thomas, forcing him onto the dirt slope, but he quickly recovers and gets back on track! for another way to play, kids can adjust the railway sign to send Thomas over the bridge without derailing him.2. Fisher-Price Thomas & Friends TrackMaster Motorized Railway Race Playset
Feature
Inspired by the Thomas and friends DVD movie, the great raceIncludes uniquely designed, racing-themed Thomas and Percy motorized toy trains
Track layout is over 6 feet long with two separate tracks for head-to-head racing,
Description
Get ready for an exciting race around the railway as Thomas and Percy compete for first place! inspired by the Thomas and friends DVD, the great race, Thomas and Percy's railway race set from fisher-price delivers fun, fast thrills with cool motorized action! place these two motorized toy trains behind the starting line and flip their switches to start them up, then release the brake-tracks to send them on their way. Watch as Thomas and Percy head for the bridge - and watch as it bursts apart to make way for the two speeding engines! they'll each complete a full loop on separate tracks as they head for the finish line. Will Thomas take the prize, or will Percy pass the no. 1 engine? when the first train crosses the finish line, a checkered flag will signal his victory as the celebratory fireworks burst from the gantry! this Thomas train set features a uniquely designed racing Percy engine, and a special streamlined racing Thomas, so you can experience high-speed suspense as they go head-to-head in a rousing railway race!.3. VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Choo-Choo Train Playset
Feature
Enhance your child's creativity with Go! Go! Smart educational train playset; kids build their own toy train track and push cars around the track for miles of funInteractive role-play trainset features include the lift-up gate and switching system; 13 brightly colored interchangeable track pieces included
Features VTech SmartPoint technology; 2 SmartPoint locations interact with SmartPoint vehicles to trigger fun phrases, music and sound effects
Includes 1 motorized SmartPoint Train that teaches the letter "T" through pretend play; 3 AAA batteries are included for demo, use new batteries for regular use
VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels and Animals track pieces can be connected for max play; a great early learning center for children ages 1 to 5
Description
The Go! Go! Smart Wheels Choo-Choo Train Play set from VTech features a motorized train engine that responds with sounds and phrases when crossing over Smart Point locations along the tracks. Your child can arrange the track pieces in a variety of different ways and then watch as the motorized train engine chugs into the tunnel or through the gate.4. Paw Patrol, Adventure Bay Railway Track Set with Exclusive Vehicle, by Spin Master
Feature
The Adventure Bay Railway Track Set features motorized train racer, 1 Rubble mini pup, 2 train cars, a train station, 2 box crates, moving guard rail, a tunnel and a motorized train.Clear the rock slide, lower the guard rail, and get Rubble safely to the train station. Stop the train by pushing the lever and the train will stop in front of the station.
Connect other Paw Patrol track sets and create all new adventures (each sold separately). All mini figures and PAW racers work with Paw Patrol Roll Patrol sets (sold separately).
Adventure Bay Railway Track Set is for ages 3+ and requires 2 AAA batteries (not included).
Includes: Track (4 straight pieces, 4 curves, 2 crossing pieces), 1 Tunnel, 1 Motorized Train Racer, 2 Train Cars, 2 Crates, 1 Rubble Mini Figure, 1 Crossing Gate, 1 Train Station, 1 Ramp
Description
The Paw Patrol is on a roll with the Adventure Bay Railway Track Set! Kids will love the motorized action of the train racer and rescue missions with Rubble! The set features a Rubble mini figure and train track to build out the world of Adventure Bay. Oh no theres a rockslide blocking the tracks! Good thing Rubble is ready to save the day! Save the day by unblocking the tunnel when you rotate the tunnels railroad sign. Build and customize the world of Adventure Bay with other Roll Patrol Track Sets (sold separately) for even more PAW racer fun! Drive racers (sold separately) up the ramp of the train station; you can even load them on top of the train cars for easy transportation. Adventure Bay Railway Track Set brings together the adventures of Paw Patrol with fun classic train play!5. Fisher-Price Thomas & Friends TrackMaster Station Starter Set
Feature
Complete oval track layout with Wellswoth Station destination and motorized ThomasUse the lever to start and stop Thomas at the station
As you use the lever, the signal light changes from green to red
Open the door at the station to see Sir Topham Hatt
The perfect set to begin your TrackMaster adventure, or a great way to expand your motorized railway
Description
You control the action as the No. 1 blue engine races towards adventure in the Thomas & Friends TrackMaster Station Starter Set from Fisher-Price. When motorized Thomas approaches Wellsworth Train Station, use the lever to switch the signal to red and stop him outside the station house. Open the door to see Sir Topham Hatt, then switch the signal to green and send Thomas on his way. The Station Starter Set is the perfect place to begin your TrackMaster adventure, or a great way to expand your Thomas & Friends motorized railway!6. Fisher-Price Thomas & Friends TrackMaster Motorized Railway Switchback Swamp Playset
Feature
Large layout features unique green track pieces and elevated portionsTrackMaster motorized toy trains can race over, under, and around (trains sold separately)
Includes Fenlands Swamp archway
Children can connect to other TrackMaster train sets, track packs, and expansion packs (sold separately) to build a bigger motorized railway
The set also includes a sign that welcomes little engineers to Fenlands Swamp - a cool location on the Island of Sodor
Description
Connect the Switchback Swamp expansion pack to other TrackMaster train sets to build a bigger motorized railway! Featuring a huge layout with green, elevated track, this unique pack lets children create exciting, swamp-themed adventures for their favorite Thomas & Friends characters! The set also includes a sign that welcomes little engineers to Fenlands Swamp a cool location on the Island of Sodor. With the Switchback Swamp expansion pack, kids can send their motorized Thomas & Friends trains racing over, under and around! (TrackMaster trains and additional sets sold separately and subject to availability.)7. Fisher-Price Thomas & Friends MINIS Motorized Raceway Playset
Feature
Includes Thomas and James MINIS enginesFeatures a vertical drop, 360 degree loop track and gravity-defying curve track
Multiple MINIS can ride along the tracks at the same time (additional MINIS engines sold separately and subject to availability)
Use your imagination to create your own adventures
A great gift for Thomas fans
Description
Thomas & Friends MINIS introduces motorized play for even more fun and excitement for your child! It all starts when the included Thomas and James MINIS are sent up the steep vertical lift. The MINIS climb up automatically as the motorized playset lifts them up for an action-packed, multi-track adventure! When the MINIS reach the top of the set, a simple turn of the switch is all it takes to choose a track. The first track is the water track sending MINIS down the waterfall and right into a 360 degree loop! Next up is a free-fall drop track headed toward a broken piece of track. Swivel Cranky the Crane to swoop in and rescue the MINIS! As the MINIS engines pick up speed, they jump over the gap and land on the track ahead in thrilling daredevil fashion. The final track seems headed for nowhere but have no fear, as the MINIS will simply roll off the edge, defying gravity and rolling upside down along the inverted sky track! Playset includes Thomas and James MINIS engines and can be used with other MINIS engines (sold separately and subject to availability).8. VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Train Station Playset
Feature
Enhance your child's creativity with Go! Go! Smart educational toys; kids build their own toy train track and push cars around the track for miles of funInteractive role-play features include an electronic train station, bridge and tunnel, and a conveyor belt hill; 32 interchangeable track pieces included
Features VTech SmartPoint technology; 10 SmartPoint locations interact with SmartPoint vehicles to trigger fun phrases, music and sound effects
Includes 1 motorized SmartPoint Train and an educational cargo car toy that teaches the letter "T" through pretend play; 3 included AAA batteries
VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels and Animals track pieces can be connected for maximum play; a great early learning center for children ages 1 to 5
Description
Vtech Go! Go! Smart Wheels - Train Station Playset
All aboard the Go! Go! Smart Wheels Train Station Playset from VTech?! Watch the train chug through the station and under the bridge, or turn the hand crank to make it ride up the conveyor belt. Your little conductor can ride the rails as they discover and explore with this toy train playset!
Product Features
- Toy train playset combines learning and pretend play
- Fun role-play features include an electronic train station, bridge and tunnel, conveyor belt hill and more
- SmartPoint vehicles respond to 10 SmartPoint? locations with fun phrases, music and sound effects
- Includes one motorized, SmartPoint Train and cargo car that teach the letter 'T' through pretend play
- Includes 32 interchangeable track pieces for 15 feet of play
- Product Measures: 5.9" x 23" x 16"
- Recommended Ages: 1-5 years
9. Toystate Caterpillar Construction Iron Diesel Train
Feature
Small scale motorized CAT train set with over 7' of track that can be made into multiple configurationsA train car carrying 2 removable CAT machines
Five unique train cars included lead by the engine, trailer carrying two accessory construction vehicles, shipping container crane, and a caboose
Scaled to play with CAT Mini Machines and CAT Bridge and Mine Builder Playsets
Two "AA" batteries Required (Not Included)
Description
Toystate Caterpillar Construction Iron Diesel Train10. Fisher-Price Thomas & Friends TrackMaster Thomas' Sky-High Bridge Jump
Feature
Complete Thomas & Friends train set includes motorized Thomas train, Harold the helicopter, cargo hopper, cargo piece, and full track layout with ramp and bridge jumpSend Thomas under the bridge and up the spiral track
When Thomas reaches the end of the track, Harold will lift him to the top of the ramp
Thomas shoots down the ramp then flies through the air for nearly two feet
Thomas lands safely and continues his journey around the rails
Description
Jaws will drop as children watch Thomas complete his most breathtaking stunt yet in the TrackMaster Sky-High Bridge Jump from Fisher-Price. This Thomas & Friends train set breaks new ground by taking Thomas off the tracks and sending him soaring through the air, delivering speed, excitement, and motorized action like only TrackMaster train sets can! Inspired by the Thomas & Friends DVD, The Great Race, Sky-High Bridge Jump brings the movie to life with fast-paced, flying thrills. After a tall, spiral ascent with Harold the helicopter, Thomas speeds down a huge ramp and the velocity launches him into the air! Thomas soars for over two feet (0,6 meters) through the air before landing safely on the other side and continuing his journey. This one-of-a-kind Thomas & Friends train set also features a cargo hopper, waving flags, a barrel cargo piece, and removable Harold the helicopter.11. Motorized engine train set with sound Battery-Operated, Lego Duplo Compatible (83 Pcs)
Feature
Motorized Train and gas pump make realistic sounds and BATTERY OPERATEDGreat accessories and sound effects add to imaginative play, 2 wagons, truck,
Set contains 83 pieces Included 3 figures
The Train set are not affiliated with or endorsed in any way by Lego, a registered trademark of Lego Duplo Systems
Beautiful packaged box for a perfect gift
Description
This toy train set will keep Kids and friends entertained for Hours.This Motorized engine train set Toy is a one-of-a-kind toy train that will bring hours of fun to your family. This classic toy train is a battery-powered makes authentic sounds, and its an easy-to-build train track Lego Duplo Compatible. Included with the package is a set of train tracks with bricks to Build that easily snap together, making the assembly a walk in the park
12. CAT Construction Express Train
Feature
Large scale train comes with on or off switch and chugs around the 14 feet of trackUse the straight and curved pieces of track to create multiple layouts
Included in the set is an engine, 2 flatbed cars carrying a dump truck, bulldozer, and wheel loader, freight car, and caboose
The 5 ' trains runs in forward and reverse with working headlights
For age 3 and above
Description
This CATERPILLAR motorized construction express train comes ready to deliver the heavy equipment hardworking kids need to build all the projects they have in mind. The 14ft. track includes straight and curved Easy Track pieces that can be configured in multiple layouts as your child prefers. The finely detailed 5in. motorized train engine moves forward, features working headlights and pulls 2 flatbed cars carrying working equipment: a dump truck, a bulldozer, a wheel loader, a freight car and a caboose. Equipment arrives fully assembled and ready to be put to work by a houseful of excited kids. Train operates on 3 C batteries (not included). ABS heavy-duty plastic construction. Ages 3+.13. Christmas Train Set- Around the Christmas Tree with Real Smoke, Music & Lights
Feature
Engine with Smoking action, A Flashing Red Headlight, and Realistic Engine Sound!Listen to the Realistic Sounds of a Locomotive's Horns and Enjoy Listening to the Famous 'We Wish You a Merry Christmas...' and 'Jingle Bells' melody as Santa conducts the train around the Tracks All The while Wishing You a HO HO HO... Merry Christmas!
Set includes: 1 Head of a train-locomotive with Santa as the conductor, 1 Coal Tank, 1 Cargo Car, 1 Passenger Car
Easy snap on tracks creates over 424 cm of orbit circumference when snapped together: 12 Curve Tracks, 3 Straight Tracks, 1 Detachment Track
Train Set is the perfect gift throughout the year and especially for the holidays under the holiday tree! Requires AA batteries (not included)