Lionel Battery-Operated Silver Bells Express Toy Train Set with Locomotive, Train Cars, Track & Remote with Authentic Train Sounds, & Lights for Kids 4+

This is not for me, but I had to get it because I know how great trains (other models I’ve seen) are from Lionel!I really liked ‘the Lionel Santa Fe Super Chief LionChief Set’, which is about three times more expensive than this one and is magnificent in every way. I have to say the overall quality of the Santa Fem in general was better than this model due to the price difference. While I hesitated due to the one being one-third of the price of what I really liked, my friend told me that her niece loves ‘the Lionel New York Central Ready-to-Play Set’, which is about the same price as this train set. So I went ahead and requested this one for the upcoming Christmas gift for my niece, who is four years old (soon to be 4.6, according to him, haha).In my experience, Lionel trains are absolutely wonderful in terms of quality and quite detailed in construction. I know the aforementioned Santa Fe train worked smoothly both forward and backward on the track with a strong motor.Obviously, the final verdict won't be in until after Christmas when my niece finally has a chance to play with it, but this model seems like wonderfully constructed with decent craftsmanship for the price. The material might not be the best, but again, for the price the overall quality is undoubtedly great. Obviously, the Lionel train models that cost three to four times more are better, but this is still a decent, charming holiday model, especially for the price. This will be a wonderful choice for anyone who wants to buy a decent quality train set, as a gift or to decorate for the holiday season, without breaking the bank. If you can afford it, however, I would recommend going through the many train models available from Lionel because there are so many extraordinary trains from this company :)

Granddaughter loved! Tradition started!

I ordered this so the grandkids can play with it on Christmas Day. Just opened the box only to discover there are no straight tracks. So what’s left is just a small circle with a big train going around and around. I was not planning on putting it under my tree, I wanted a longer oval track. It’s too late now to do do anything about it before Christmas. How disappointing that the company has such poor quality control. I will be sending it back.

Very dissatisfied it doesn’t stay on the track. Keeps coming off.

My son loves trains, and I thought it would be fun to have one for under the Christmas tree. This is a great train - much larger than expected - and it makes a ton of sounds. My kids both love the remote control, and it's provided hours of fun already. I'd absolutely recommend this for anyone who loves trains and/or wants to incorporate a Christmas train into their holiday decor.