Classic Steam Deluxe Mixed Traffic Set

Here I present to you (penultimately), 2 titanic entities in the world of toys coming together: LEGO and the Classic Toy/Model Train Set! On this occasion, I have meticulously rebuilt from scratch, revised, and combined several of my previous LEGO Ideas submissions. Completely overhauling them to accommodate a much more comprehensive and interactive play style for young and old LEGO Fans and Railway Enthusiasts alike!

Much like my previous "deluxe" submission, this train set is a refinement/culmination of all of my passenger/freight variants put together, including not one, but two locomotives! The 2 engines are based on iconic and quintessentially British designs, from the Great Western Railway . Both trains are independently functional, battery powered and autonomously controlled with LEGO's standard wireless train controllers.

The primary reason I opted for 2 trains instead of one, is to allow for a more comprehensive/integrated play pattern. In this case, simulating a connection between 2 different trains at the included station, or at the coal depot/dump. Much larger than my all of my previous attempts (owing to a recent increase in the 'piece limit' for Lego Ideas submissions), the station is designed to not only fit the passing loop of track, but also allow for the longer pieces of rolling stock to not foul on the platform. The aforementioned rolling stock items include 2 passenger coaches and 7 goods wagons, all of which are styled to suit the trains pulling them. However, you can obviously mix and match them how you like.

Below is a run-down of the components that comprise this gargantuan set!

Steam Locomotive 1 (GWR 57xx 0-6-0 Tank Engine)

·    Loco drive (4 driving wheels, 2 dummies, connected by side-rods)

·    Capable of running on LEGO's standard curve gradient

·    Cab tilts back for access to power switch and placing mini-figures

·    2 dedicated spots for Driver and Stoker mini-figures

·    Removable "lid" for easy access battery box, wires and RF receiver

·    High level of external detail

(Basis and Suggested Livery: https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/proxy/oRL_ituUKII3TX909NFWcQWDGQBw33LUbLF...)

Steam Locomotive 2 (GWR 14xx 0-4-2 Tank Engine)

·    Loco drive (4 driving wheels)

·    Capable of running on LEGO's standard curve gradient

·    Cab tilts back for access to power switch and placing mini-figures

·    2 dedicated spots for Driver and Stoker mini-figures

·    Removable "lid" for easy access battery box, wires and RF receiver

·    High level of external detail

(Basis and Suggested Livery: https://live.staticflickr.com/1925/44268983234_d7ecd3065b_b.jpg)

The Passenger Coaches (GWR Clerestory, Dean 3rd Class Coaches)

·    Capable of running on LEGO's standard curve gradient

·    Detachable roof for easy placement of mini-figures

·    High level of external detail, with opening doors

·    Doors level with included station platform

·    Seats for up to 20 mini-figures between them (12 in the front, 8 in the Brake)

·    Removable seat sections (5 in total) for easier mini-figure placement

(Basis and Suggested Livery: https://didcotrailwaycentre.org.uk/shopimages/articles/extra/1941_01.jpg)

The Brake Van (GWR 12-ton Brake Van)

·    Capable of running on LEGO's standard curve gradient

·    High level of external detail, with opening doors

·    Doors level with included station platform

(Basis and Suggested Livery: https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTg4RNlDT-ksI7pmjTZLiQ...)

The Coal Trucks (BR 7 Plank "Tipper" Wagons)

·    Opening doors for side-loading, at the station, or from the ground

·    Gravity actuated doors at rear ends, for use with Coal Depot/Dump

·    12X8 stud bed size

·    Brake assembly detail

(Basis and Suggested Livery: https://live.staticflickr.com/2451/3586540780_3c59210457_b.jpg)

The Barrel Wagon (BR 4 Plank Wagon)

·    Opening doors for side-loading, at the station, or from the ground

·    Includes 3 "pallets" of 6 barrels each

·    12x8 stud bed size

·    Brake assembly detail

(Basis and Suggested Livery: https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS9a-tc_-Itwj_B2zdx-Be...)

The Low Flatbed (GWR "Lowmac" Flatbed Wagon)

·    Includes shipping container and chains to secure it

·    Underside clear of fowling on rails

·    Also designed to carry vehicles

(Basis and Suggested Livery: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0225/2858/9896/files/screenshot-2024-10-2...)

 

The Ventilated Box Wagon (BR 10 ton Covered Goods Van)

·    Revised door design for better clearance

·    Brake assembly detail

·    Doors level with included station

(Basis and Suggested Livery: https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTt_3sqFk-N-6hnWnKwHLg...)

 

The Milk Tanker (LMS Six-Wheeled Tanker)

·    Redesigned 6-wheel chassis and tank section

·    Additional detailing along outside of wheelbase

·    Functional stabilising details

(Basis and Suggested Livery: https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BwV9U-A2gsY/hq720.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEhCK4FEIIDSFryq4qpAx...)

The Station

·    2 platforms, connected by overhead walkway/gantry

·    High level of detail, including 3 name plates and 2 flower pots

·    Ticket Office with detachable roof, front desk and disabled access

·    Includes 8 bench seats, 8 lamps, 4 garbage bins, and 3 sets of stairs

·    Also includes 12 mini-figures (2 drivers, 2 stokers, Station Master, Guard and 6 passengers)

The Engine Shed

·    Double hinged doors

·    Appropriately sized to house each of the included locomotives

·    Small area at the back of shed for additional detailing, rear doors, and buffers

The Coal Depot

·    Gravity actuated "dumping" action, with hand-crank reset pulley, and "lock" mechanism

·    Accomodates both of the "Tipper Wagons" simultaneously for loading (see picture)

·    Suitable height for clearance of passing trains beneath coal dumper track

·    ...The 30 degree incline on the ramp can probably be made 'more gradual' in hand,

       it's sort of designed to be adjustable and repostionable on the layout

       i.e. use the extra track pieces on the shed siding to make a longer ramp, then line it up                   

Piece Count: 5000