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Lionel The Polar Express LionChief 2-8-4 HO Gauge Model Train Set

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Features

  • A HOLIDAY SHOWSTOPPER: Spread Christmas cheer this year with the iconic Polar Express LionChief 2-8-4 train set; It's equipped with Bluetooth technology, letting you glide the rails via a mobile device; Suitable 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 RECOMMENDATION: Recommended for 14 Years and Up for safe and enjoyable operation of this detailed model train set

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: 14 years old and up


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


Model Number: 871811010


Manufacturer Warranty Description: 1 year warranty against manufacturer defects


Global Trade Identification Number: 87


UPC: 023922018687


Number of Items: 24


Number of Packs: 1


Set Name: The Polar Express


Item Highlight: Bluetooth Capability, Remote


Unit Count: 1 Count


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


Manufacturer: Lionel LLC


Minimum Age Recomendation: 168


Model Year: 2018


Manufacturer Part Number: 871811010


Manufacturer recommended age: 14 years and up


Item Dimensions: 18.5 x 17.37 x 9.5 inches


Size: HO Gauge


Item Weight: 8.9 pounds


Number of Pieces: 24


Material Type: Plastic


Base Material: Plastic


Frame Material Type: Plastic


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


Rail Guage: HO


Number of Batteries: 3 AAA batteries required.


Compatibility Options: HO Gauge


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


Control Method: Voice


Control Type: Remote Control


Controller Type: Remote Control


Indoor Outdoor Usage: Indoor


Operation Mode: Electrical


Skill Level: Intermediate


Remote Control Technology: radio


Color: Assorted


Theme: Fantasy, Movie, Trains


Collection Name: The Polar Express


Pattern: [INF] Polar Express themed design


Product Style: Classic


Item Shape: rectangular prism


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


Subject Character: Hero Boy


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


Assembly Time: 1 hours


Recommended Uses For Product: Home


Assembly Instructions Description: Included


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Great quality train. Not crazy about the track.
Size: HO Gauge
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 Gauge
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 Gauge
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
    • Polar express HO train set
Size: HO Gauge
Got this for me and my little boy it is very cool definitely different than what I expected. I love it. The difference between this than the actual box is I bought two additional train cars separate sound speeds up as fast as you move. The train makes it more realistic. The only thing I do not like is the track does not lock together too well overall awesome toy for me and my little boy. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2025 by Amazon Customer
    • Good and bad
Size: HO Gauge
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 Gauge
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
    • Bang for your buck ratio is not quite there
Size: HO Gauge
The bang for your buck ratio on this Lionel HO Polar express train does not seem right. The magnetic track seems like it would be great on a flat surface. I have this train on a relatively flat rug and I ended up with a lot raised edges where the tracks meet. Which then leads to derailing. So, if you are having issues with derailing, run your finger across the entire track and feel for raised track edges where they meet. I think this is a great track for flat surfaces, otherwise the track is not that great. The locomotive needs something more at this price level. Appearance wise, the locomotive and passenger cars look great for a starter set. The negative? The sound quality is that of a mediocre fm radio. There are a lot scratchy noises, I am left wondering if this is a defect or if this is the way it is meant to be? The front plastic wheels on the front and rear of the locomotive drive me crazy. It is almost as if they are too light and any imperfection on the rail causes either of the two to derail. I think this product has a lot of potential as starter train set. What would lead to a five star review? How about some metal wheels on the rear and front wheels of the locomotive to add some resistance to dislodging? Also, some better sound quality would be great. The track, I can live width. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2020 by Giovanni G.
    • It’s Lionel
Size: HO Gauge
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

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