Verdict overview
- worth the money 8.6
- Giftable 8.6
- Durability 9.1
- Easy to build 9.1
Pros
Comes with 130 pieces.
Easy assembly for beginners.
Powerful and smooth locomotive.
Tech specs
manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
product dimensions | 47 x 38 x 3 inches |
item weight | 6.9 pounds |
customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,260 ratings 4.5 out of 5 stars |

Product Overview
The Bachmann Trains Rail Chief Ready To Run 130 Piece Electric Train Set is a great choice for any train enthusiast looking to build an impressive model railroad. With its detailed locomotive and cars, this set is sure to make any hobbyist proud. The set includes a powered EMD GP40 Diesel Locomotive with operating headlight, an open quad hopper car, gondola car, steel reefer car, off set cupola caboose, signal bridge, miniature figures, railroad signs, street signs and telephone poles. Everything needed for a complete HO scale 1:87 model railroad is included in the package.
The Bachmann Trains Rail Chief Ready To Run 130 Piece Electric Train Set is easy to assemble and all the parts fit together securely with no issue. The tracks snap together quickly and stay firmly in place on the 47 x 38 oval of track. The power pack and speed controller are straightforward to connect and the locomotive runs smoothly around the track. The detailed locomotive looks very realistic and can be seen from quite far away due to its bright headlight which lights up when running. The cars are also very nicely detailed with intricate features that really bring them to life.

I found the value for money of this train set to be quite good as it includes everything you need for a complete model railroad without having to purchase additional items separately. It would make a great gift for any train enthusiast or hobbyist as it comes in an attractive box that looks great even if you don t open it right away. The pieces are also well made out of plastic and metal so they should last for many years of use.
Overall I was very impressed by the Bachmann Trains Rail Chief Ready To Run 130 Piece Electric Train Set. It was easy to assemble with no issues and ran smoothly around the track which made it a lot of fun to use. The details on the locomotive and cars were very impressive with intricate features that really brought them to life. For anyone looking for an impressive model railroad that doesn t require additional purchases this set is definitely worth considering as it provides good value for money with everything you need in one package. I highly recommend it!
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