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THOMAS THE TANK ENGINE WOODEN RAILWAY SYSTEM

The Thomas the Tank Engine Wooden Railway System is the most popular train system by far for children from age two and up. There is a large selection of colorful engines and cars, track, accessories. This is a very versitle system with a lot of play value.

The track, characters and accessories are constructed from hardwood and high impact plastic. The toys are durable and long-lasting, creating a very cost effective product.

Interactive play is encourages with the many operating accessories which include cranes, sawmills, bridges, loaders, and other fun stuff. The track may be assembled in an infinite variety of layouts quickly and easily, stimulating creative play.

Cars are easily connected with magnetic couplers and the clickity clack feature of the track simulates the real sound of rails on track. The track is double sided, so it’s impossible for the child to put it together wrong. All accessories are made with large, sturdy cranks and knobs to make it easy for little hands to operate it.

The Learning Curve Company which manufactures the line is constantly introducing new accessories, characters, and other new additions each year. There are usually about forty characters and a large number of bridges, tunnels, and other accessories available.

The line includes a series of battery powered engines which work very well on the wooden track. The engines also have magnetic couplers like the rest of the line, making them compatable with the rest of the vehicles. The engines run both forward and backward. These Express Sets include an engine, one car, and a piece of track.

The easiest way to get started is to purchase a set. Sets are available in a variety of sizes, themes, and price ranges. The most basic is the Circle Set which consists of Thomas, some small accessories and a circle of track. The largest includes over 100 play pieces, a table, playboard, toybox. The most popular is the Stop and Go Figure Eight Set which consists of a bridge, figure eight of track, Thomas and two cars. A stop and Go Station is also included in this set.

This is an ideal toy for children and those who purchase gifts for them. The largness of the line creates many gift opportunities for parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles. There is a large amount of product in a variety of price ranges making it fit just about any gift buying budget. Have fun with Thomas!