All About The History Of Lego Trains For Collectors From The Brick Train Shop
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The history of Lego Trains is lengthy and varied, and they still are popular with kids and adults today. There are several types and each series starts a new incantation of this favorite toy.
The line started in 1966, and did not include a motor and was pushed along the blue tracks. Later of that year, they added a 4.5 batter to make the train move without any help. By 1969, they had electrified the rails with a 12 volt transformer, and for many years all three types were available to buy on shelves in the stores.
In 1980, Lego changed the design. Rails became gray and the 12 volt transformer started doing more than just making the train go. At this time, they made the trains look more realistic and were much longer then in years before.
In the 90s, the 9 volt system was introduced and the tracks had metal strips on them which gave the train its power. The earlier 80s trains were not able to run along this track, and they were much simpler then ever before. In 2006 they got another overhaul, which omitted the strip from the rails and made them all plastic. They also did away with the propulsion being on the train and made them remote controlled.
The Power Function is the newest line in the series, and they came out in 2009. They use the same track as the RC models, but have also been upgraded to add flexibility to them. They motor is sold separately with these, and is the first one to do so.
The history of Lego Trains is interesting and Brick Train Stop can help you find the train from your youth or help you find the perfect one for you today. They are the experts in the toy, and can create or complete any set you want to have.
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