LEGO City Explorers’ Arctic Polar Express Remote Controlled Train Set Building Toy 60470

Here is the review from my son: I worked very hard to earn the money to buy this set. I was looking forward to the rock slide feature, and was concerned that it might not work. However, the rock slide is no joke and though it didn't work at first, I was able to adjust the mechanism and now it works great, almost every time. I am very happy with this set.

This is my first Lego train. I absolutely love it. It's inspired me to build a Lego mountain and artic scene. I highly recommend.

This was an amazing Lego set for Bode to build. He has had fun building all of types of Legos. He loved to play with it and hopes you come out with greater amazing new Lego's.

Be warned! The train tracks are attached in groups with a plastic connector that is almost impossible to get apart! My son did not have the strength to separate the tracks. The set itself looks fun, but putting it together was misery.

Keep the theme trains coming. Great new parts and a creative idea for making the train a part of a larger scene.

We have bought this Lego trainset for our Grandson for Christmas. He asked for some Lego and an electric trainset. He adores Lego and this combines two gifts. Thank you! It's especially good as it also came with the Northern Lights free gift. He will love it.

I've been thinking about getting a lego train for many years but never did until now, and my expectations were blown away! Very high quality and user friendly system. The remote and train connect almost instantly just by turning them on. Having 10 speed control over the train in each direction is super handy. The boulder feature of this set is very cool and doesnt use too many pieces. The extensive side builds and many figures add a lot to the set as well, completing the landscape and the story. When you factor in the fact that this comes with tons of very large and very specialized pieces AND comes fully powered up, this is undeniably a great deal. 10/10 will be buying more lego trains

The Arctic Train is a welcome change from the typical City trains. The set comes with six minifigs, two arctic foxes, track, train motor, PUP hub, and remote, making it well worth the pricetag. The snowcovered rockwork is well done, and despite what the others are saying, the rockfall effect is pretty reliable, and even if the rocks don't fall everytime, the track is short and the train will pass by again in a few seconds, usually triggering the rocks to fall no later than the second pass. There are a few small Easter eggs, too, like the Yeti wanted poster, showing the Yeti minifg from the Series 11 collectible set. I will comment that the rock tunnel could be better secured to the track, as 4x 2-stud connections really is a bit light, so releated trains passing can break the track free, especially if played with on carpet. This also was a bit difficult to build if not on a table, as it was easy to keep breaking kff while handling. One of the real stars here though is the second new track element, the rerailer. This really is a must for larger layouts, especially coming off switches or removeable bridges, as it's very effective at popping a displaced wheel back into place. Overall, it's a nice set, and a great one for getting more kids into the LEGO train hobby.

Overall, this set is a good addition to any size LEGO collection. The rockfall feature works fantastic, it simulates the rumbling of a train through a tunnel and gradually drops the boulders after enough wheels pass the plate. (the pushrod may require a bit of fine-tuning to properly drop the rocks) It provides a good basis for adding your own scenery expansions or combining with other LEGO trains for even more storytelling or roleplay opportunities and adventures. All in all, a good set with a reasonable price point for a set containing electronic components and endless play opportunities.

Amazing set would recommend! Only problem is when the train goes through the tunnel the boulders don't always fall down. But otherwise great build.

Having alot of lego trains I was excited to compare the latest arrival. Unfortunately my suspicions were confirmed, the trains are getting worse. The mountain dropping rocks is a joke. Was this play tested. Anyways my advice to people starting out with trains would be to buy the older sets 60198,60197 can still be brought brand new for close to the price of this and are just far better products.

- too expensive - the boulders do not fall every time or as they are suppose to. - the zip line is in the way - trip hazard for small person who would likely be sitting in the middle. - other train sets at lower price point by £50 with better playability - VERY disappointed