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product_id: 208001608
title: "Lionel The Christmas Express Electric HO Gauge, Model Train Set with Remote and Bluetooth Capability"
brand: "lionel"
price: "$2103"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Lionel"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/208001608-lionel-the-christmas-express-electric-ho-gauge-model-train-set
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# Flicker-free LED interior lighting Bluetooth & LionChief remote control 2-8-4 Locomotive & tender set Lionel The Christmas Express Electric HO Gauge, Model Train Set with Remote and Bluetooth Capability

**Brand:** lionel
**Price:** $2103
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 Elevate your holiday vibes with the ultimate Bluetooth-powered Christmas Express!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Lionel The Christmas Express Electric HO Gauge, Model Train Set with Remote and Bluetooth Capability by lionel
- **How much does it cost?** $2103 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/208001608-lionel-the-christmas-express-electric-ho-gauge-model-train-set)

## Best For

- lionel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted lionel brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Magnetic MagneLock Track:** Quick, secure track assembly with 12 curved and 4 straight MagneLock pieces.
- • **Seamless Bluetooth Control:** Operate your train effortlessly via remote or LionChief app for ultimate convenience.
- • **Immersive RailSounds System:** Authentic engine chuffs, whistle, and bell bring your layout to life.
- • **Precision HO Scale Detailing:** Experience the perfect 1/87th scale realism that fits any modern space.
- • **Dynamic LED Lighting & Couplers:** Flicker-free interior lights and working knuckle couplers for true-to-life operation.

## Overview

The Lionel Christmas Express Electric HO Gauge Train Set combines detailed 1/87th scale craftsmanship with modern Bluetooth remote control and authentic RailSounds. Featuring a powerful motor, MagneLock track system, and flicker-free LED lighting, this set delivers a premium, immersive model train experience perfect for collectors and hobbyists aged 10 and up.

## Description

Product Description LIONEL HO GAUGE has become the most popular model railroad scale in the world today. They are small enough to build a gratifying layout in an efficient space and are large enough to illustrate all the great details. HO gauge trains are 1/87th scale and are half the size of the traditional O gauge trains. Safety Warning Caution - Electrically operated product. Not recommended for children under fourteen years of age. as with all electric products precautions should be observed during handling and use to prevent electric shock. / WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known in the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Review: Fantastic remote control train set However, train tracks are soft ( very flexible) in nature, sometimes challenging to connect and keep connected. However, placed them of a 1/2” plywood board and screwed (#4 1/2” wood screws) them down. Perfect! Remote really fun to operate, authentic rail/ bells/ voice sounds, you’ll enjoy this item!
Review: Beautiful set, the sound and looks are amazing. The track is useless. I had to use my Bachman Track which worked flawlessly. One of the passenger cars stopped coupling after a few rounds of the track, I ordered a new coupler from Lionel three weeks ago which I never received. I only ran the train for about 15 minutes each time, it’s fairly noisy unless you turn the sound off. After a total of about two hours the engine completely locked up. I tried everything but to no avail. I put my old Bachmann engine on the track and it ran perfectly....so it wasn’t the track or the lack of electricity going to the engine. This set is not inexpensive, it cost me over $350.00, for that price it should run for many years without a problem. I may have got a lemon, but not willing to take a chance with another set. It was returned in the original box. I DO NOT RECOMMEND the Polar Express HO scale set by Lionel, unfortunately.

## Features

- Set Includes: 2-8-4 Locomotive and tender, 2 Coaches, Observation car, Twelve 20" Radius MagneLock curves, Three 9" MagneLock straights, One 9" MagneLock terminal section, Wall pack power supply, LionChief remote for locomotive
- Locomotive Features: Electric locomotive controlled by remote, LionChief App, DCC or DC transformer, Bluetooth equipped, Locomotive and tender pick-ups for smooth operation, RailSounds sound system with engine background and chuffing sounds, whistle and bell, Operating directional headlight, Operating directional tender light, Easily convertible to other DCC decoders, Sound ON/OFF switch, Traction tires, Powerful maintenance-free motor, Working knuckle couplers
- Passenger Car Features: Flicker-free LED interior lighting, Working knuckle couplers, Truck mounted couplers with body-mount boxes, Window silhouettes
- Recommended Age: 10 years +

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Product Dimensions | 50.8 x 38.1 x 16.51 cm; 3.57 kg |
| Batteries | 3 AAA batteries required. |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 0 - 10 years |
| Item model number | 871811020 |
| Educational Objective(s) | Construction Skill, Hand-Eye Coordination |
| Number of Game Players | 1 |
| Number of pieces | 22 |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Scale | HO scale |
| Track Width/Gauge | Standard |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Batteries included? | No |
| tech_spec_battery_description_toys | Requires 3 AAA batteries |
| Material Type(s) | Plastic |
| Remote Control Included? | Yes |
| Remote Control Type | Bluetooth |
| Radio Control Suitability | Home |
| ASIN | B07BDZVT1H |

## Images

![Lionel The Christmas Express Electric HO Gauge, Model Train Set with Remote and Bluetooth Capability - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71cfC+lKdpL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the set O gauge or is it HO - both terms are used to describe the set?**
A: HO, had to return the set since the engine stopped working.

**Q: Is there any issues I should know about?**
A: It only works on a really perfectly smooth surface, like a table.
We tried on a ceramic floor, but that was too much for the rails to stay well connected to each other enough for the current to stay connected.
The rails don't connect STRONGLY and securely together, so the slightest thing and they get disconnected.
But on a table, it worked.

**Q: Is it stable enough that it will stay on the tracks, if in a mobile setting?**
A: If the setting itself isn't perfectly stable, the problem is the tracks won't stay connected together. They don't snap SECURELY together well. Very easy to get disconnected. The train will stay on the tracks, but the track pieces themselves don't stay connected together that well.

**Q: Can the cars hold a cup or glass?**
A: No

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***R on 21 November 2025*

Fantastic remote control train set However, train tracks are soft ( very flexible) in nature, sometimes challenging to connect and keep connected. However, placed them of a 1/2” plywood board and screwed (#4 1/2” wood screws) them down. Perfect! Remote really fun to operate, authentic rail/ bells/ voice sounds, you’ll enjoy this item!

### ⭐ Review
*by G***7 on 31 December 2020*

Beautiful set, the sound and looks are amazing. The track is useless. I had to use my Bachman Track which worked flawlessly. One of the passenger cars stopped coupling after a few rounds of the track, I ordered a new coupler from Lionel three weeks ago which I never received. I only ran the train for about 15 minutes each time, it’s fairly noisy unless you turn the sound off. After a total of about two hours the engine completely locked up. I tried everything but to no avail. I put my old Bachmann engine on the track and it ran perfectly....so it wasn’t the track or the lack of electricity going to the engine. This set is not inexpensive, it cost me over $350.00, for that price it should run for many years without a problem. I may have got a lemon, but not willing to take a chance with another set. It was returned in the original box. I DO NOT RECOMMEND the Polar Express HO scale set by Lionel, unfortunately.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by P***R on 4 January 2022*

I purchased as "like new" item from Amazon warehouse. It was returned and needed a $2 part to repair... Thanks for the amazing 50%++ discount for a great Lionel product....

## Frequently Bought Together

- Lionel Christmas Express LionChief Bluetooth Electric HO Gauge Model Train Set with Remote,Multi-color
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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-03-04*