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Lionel The Polar Express LionChief 2-8-4 Set with Bluetooth Capability, HO Gauge Model Train Set with Remote

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Features

  • A HOLIDAY SHOWSTOPPER Spread Christmas cheer this year with the iconic Polar Express LionChief 2-8-4 train set; Its equipped with Bluetooth technology, letting you glide the rails via a mobile device; Great for kids, hobbyists and holiday decorating
  • SET INCLUDES 2-8-4 locomotive and tender, Coachbox, abandoned toy car and observation car, Twelve 20 Radius HO curves, three 9 HO straights; 9 HO terminal section, 12V DC power supply, Polar Express bell and LionChief remote
  • TRAIN FEATURES Controlled by remote controller, Bluetooth, DCC or DC transformer; Switch for background, horn, bell, Polar Express PA announcements and steam sounds; RailSounds RC sound system; Maintenance-free motor; Knuckle couplers; LED lighting
  • PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS HO Gauge compatible; minimum curve is 18 radius; Set length is 44; Bluetooth, DCC or DC transformer compatible
  • BATTERY REQUIREMENTS - Requires three AAA batteries to operate the LionChief remote control; Batteries are not included with purchase of train set
  • AGE: Recommended for 14 Years and Up

Description

Lionel The Polar Express LionChief 2-8-4 Set with Bluetooth Capability, HO Gauge Model Train Set with Remote

Brand Name: Lionel


Model Name: The Polar Express HO


Age Range Description: 168 months to 1500 months


Included Components: Remote, Wall plug, bell, coach car, curve track(12), locomotive, observation car, straight track (3), tender, terminal section (1), toy car


Sub Brand: The Polar Express


Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS): 999.0


Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS): 168.0


Model Number: 871811010


Manufacturer Warranty Description: 1 year warranty against manufacturer defects


Global Trade Identification Number: 87


UPC: 023922018687


Set Name: The Polar Express


Manufacturer Part Number: 871811010


Minimum Age Recomendation: 168.0


Item Type Name: Lionel The Polar Express Electric HO Gauge, Model Train Set with Remote and Bluetooth Capability


Manufacturer: Lionel LLC


Model Year: 2018


Item Dimensions: 18.5 x 17.37 x 9.5 inches


Size: HO


Item Weight: 8.9 Pounds


Number of Pieces: 24


Not for Kids: No


CPSIA Cautionary Statement: Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable


Assembly Time: 1 Hours


Is Assembly Required: Yes


Recommended Uses For Product: Home


Assembly Instructions Description: Included


Power Source: Electric


Scale: HO


Battery Description: Alkaline


Educational Objective: Engineering


Other Special Features of the Product: Bluetooth Equipped, Compatible with Lionel HO Gauge, Easily convertible to other DCC decoders, Electric locomotive controlled by remote, LionChief App, DCC or DC transformer, Operating directional headlight, RailSounds sound system with engine background and chuffing sounds, whistle and bell


Is Electric: Yes


Rail Guage: HO


Number of Batteries: 3 AAA batteries required.


Compatibility Options: HO Gauge


Includes Rechargeable Battery: No


Power Plug Type: Type A - 2 pin (North American)


Control Type: Remote Control


Controller Type: Remote Control


Operation Mode: Electrical


Remote Included: Yes


Remote Control Technology: radio


Skill Level: Intermediate


Control Method: Voice


Color: Assorted


Theme: Fantasy, Movie, Trains


Collection Name: The Polar Express


Product Style: Classic


Subject Character: Hero Boy


Occasion: Anniversary, Apology, Birthday, Christmas, Farewell, Father's Day, Friendship Day, Graduation Day, Grandparents Day, Mother's Day, Party, Retirement, Valentines Day


Material Type: Plastic


Base Material: Plastic


Frame Material Type: Plastic


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Great quality train. Not crazy about the track.
Size: HO
The media could not be loaded. The only other train I have experience with is Bachman’s Chattanooga (HO) which I set up every xmas. This Polar Express train (HO) is every bit as good as that train. The locomotive is beautiful. Heavy, detailed, and the wheels on all the cars sit well in the track. The remote is easy to use. Syncs to locomotive immediately. Not a single flaw I can find on any of the cars. Plus, it’s the Polar Express, it’s like having the movie play out on your floor. That’s worth 5 stars right there. I had it set up and running within 10 minutes. The only issue I have is that I don’t like the track. It’s very quick and easy to set up, as it connects with magnets on the ends, but there can be issues with the rails not lining up perfectly, causing the train to derail a little bit. EZ track (HO) is much better in my opinion so I’m going to ditch the track that came with this train. It only comes with enough for a small oval anyway, and my layout goes all over the house, which takes a significant amount of good track. Engine sound and other sound effects are fantastic, but loud. I run it with the sound off unless everyone in the house is awake... ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2020 by Steven C
    • Awesome train!
Size: HO
Great train! Sadly I bought this for my kids ( 3 and 6 ) and they fight over it all the time and has broken one of the cars... But would be a great gift for older kids!
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2026 by Michael Starnes
    • Huge disappointment period!
Size: HO
Huge disappointment period! The unit apparently looses Bluetooth connectivity with the remote or the iPhone application, causing the train to stop (and the associated sound effects). Train will run, stop (and yet the lights on the passenger cars remain illuminated), then re-start running again at random intervals. If you put the unit on the "track" mode there is no issues with the train running, but you don't get the cool train sounds (and will derail if you have tight turns). Because it is so intermittent, it's hard to explain or isolate fault. The train not running while using the remote doesn't appear to be any particular spot on the track, and yes, the batteries in the remote unit were replaced and there are no batteries on the train unit. When using the iPhone app, when the train stops, it also looses connectivity with the iPhone app. If I were a betting person, I would suspect a faultily Bluetooth radio on the unit, but I"m not sure it's worth the time, effort and possible frustration to return the unit or send for repair. When/If the train runs, it very cool and fun. All in all, a very expensive Christmas decoration, sitting slightly, motionless with the passenger cars illuminated under the Christmas tree. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2025 by David White
    • It’s Lionel
Size: HO
Very nice set. Unfortunately I haven’t run it yet. The oval is too big for our dining room table. I’m trusting the Lionel brand.
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2026 by Brian A. Vance
    • Good and bad
Size: HO
The track is junk; consequently the power supply is useless. I recommend using Bachmann’s Snap Track and power supply instead. The heart of the system, the locomotive, takes some getting used to. I had several derailments the 1st day, pulling its 3 cars and running it on a figure 8 track with piers supporting part of the figure 8. Put all on level ground, still many derailments. Bend the extension out the back of the locomotive up to keep the loco attached to the tender. Otherwise you could damage the cords that connect it to the tender. Ran it the 2nd day with only the loco & the tender & on level ground, no derailments; I will try pulling just 2 cars and on level ground to see what happens. The tiny bell at the front of the loco was defective and was not even attached, too bad since the bell is a huge part of the sound effects. The sounds and voice coming out of the speaker in the tender were rather nice. I have not been able to get my phone to connect via Bluetooth for more than a few seconds, but connection with the handheld remote is rather good. All in all, if it weren’t for my grandchildrens’ love of the movie, I’d probably send it back. I suppose it’s OK overall, but steer clear of the track that comes with it, it’s worthless. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2023 by Western NC customer
    • Great working train
Size: HO
This was a gift for my husband. After reading the reviews I had mixed feelings about buying it. So glad I did. The trains runs perfectly. My husband loves it! We did use the track we already had.
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2026 by Elke Allen
    • I love it
Size: HO
It's a Lionel what more can you want
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2026 by Steve and Mary Milka
    • Very Disappointed in Lionel
Size: HO
This product is not worth anywhere near the asking price. For starters, as everyone else says, the included track is complete garbage. Even on a completely flat table the track fails to maintain connection. So forget about putting this around your Christmas tree. The locomotive and cars are also incredibly flimsy. I’ve had the set for two days and three of the linkages have already popped out. I have many model trains and I have never had a more frustrating or disappointing set than this one. Will likely return and stay far away from this Magnetrack in the future as it is blatantly obvious that it does not work even in the most perfect of conditions. Quite a failure from Lionel. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2020 by Chris

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