Traditional Wooden Train Set - over 100 pieces - Compatible with Brio and BigJigs Train Sets

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Most modern BRIO train sets feature trains that are now made predominantly of plastic. However, don't let that put you off - the plastic is very heavy duty and of an extremely high quality. (Think of it as being similar to Lego in terms of build quality and durability). There's also a line of BRIO Classic Railway wooden train sets that are more similar to what many people will remember of BRIO trains from their childhood. These are made of high quality wood components, including the locomotives and trains, for the classic/retro BRIO appearance that many are familiar with. Kids love trains and for younger children there’s nothing better than the wooden train sets such as those from Brio, Bigjigs and Thomas and Friends. My children would spend hours constructing railways and running their favourite trains around them before starting all over again. And again. And agin.

Choosing a wooden train set might seem straightforward initially, however it's always difficult to get a true feel for different products without experiencing them first hand and actually using them.The train set compatibility refers to the ability of the train set to work with other train sets of different brands available in the market. The fine speedy bullet train is steaming and ready for take-off hence with its classic design and retro look, this educational wooden toy will end up number one in the children’s room so a ideal accessory to the wooden train set BRIO has also been able to modernize their more recent offerings, in terms of materials, style and design, whilst staying true to their longstanding reputation for high quality and effective layouts.

Another great thing about Bigjigs is that they have options specifically catered towards girls. The Bigjigs Fairy Town Train Set is a great choice and features a passenger train, bridge, houses and engine shed painted in a great pink and purple colour scheme. All with the same high quality as their other offerings. For a more basic set consider the Bigjigs Wooden Fairy Figure of Eight Train Set which is a great starter train set for girls and includes a passenger train, houses, and figures in the pink and purple colour scheme. However, some of them come with specific instructions on how to use their system, and therefore they may not be compatible with others such as Brios. Do Thomas and Friends fit Brio? There are thankfully lots and lots of choices to expand your children’s wooden train set and keep their creative flowing but are they compatible? Now you can take your train fun with you, anywhere you go; visiting the grandparents, on holiday or you could even take it along to play with friends. With this rechargeable train, the fun never needs to end. This modern-design train comes with a mini-USB charging cable, perfect for renewable play. Also included in the set is a conductor play figure, who makes sure the train arrives and departs on time. The conductor measures approximately 4.5cm tall, has moveable arms and can be positioned to stand or sit. The front of the train engine flips open, and allows the conductor to take his seat, ready for any journey you can imagine. The train comes complete with magenetic links, which makes it fully compatible with any other BRIO train, trailer, wagon or vehicle. This item includes 1x Micro USB Charging Cable, 1x Train, 1x Driver, 1x Carriage and measures 18.9 x 3.7 x 5cmSo, are all wooden train sets compatible? Not all the sets are compatible with each other, but most of them share the same compatibility. Hape has a number of train sets that are aimed more towards younger children and toddlers. Hape really do seem to have the edge over BRIO and Bigjigs when it comes to the 'fun factor' for this age range. If you're looking for one of the best train sets for girls which also includes a fantastic train table then the Bigjigs Magical Train Table Set is an awesome option. It features a pink train set table, passenger train, a tunnel, a bridge and some fairy and animal figures.

Another great option for younger kids would be the Undersea Figure 8 Wooden Train Set which is a lovely set combining the world of sea-creatures and trains. This set has a nice turquoise colour scheme, so would be equally suitable for both girls and boys. The centre 'pool', that the train drives over, features a really innovative use of magnets that cause the fish to be attracted to the engine as it travels along! We think it's excellent - and it's often simple features like this that really make a toy stand out. KidKraft Wooden Train Sets BRIO also offer a range of themed train sets that integrate other elements which are great for kids who have other interests besides trains. For those that love farms and animials there's the very popular BRIO World Farm Animal Train Set or the BRIO Safari Train Set. In this detailed guide we'll take a look at the best wooden train sets, organized by brand for ease of navigation, and use our real-world experience to discuss the benefits of each. This article is one of many in our train set series, where you'll find our expert advice and recommendations for everything from the Best Hornby Train Set to the differences between DC and DCC model trains. The Best Wooden Train Set BrandsHistorically, Thomas Wooden Railway sets have been a firm favourite of many, with the iconic and vibrant coloured locomotives being a key part of many kids childhoods. However, the quality of these sets has significantly declined in recent years, with an increasing amount of cheap plastic being used in these train sets.

One of Hape's most popular toys for kids is the Mighty Mountain Train Set, which is an award winning train set in the theme of a mountain mine. The set has a unique multi-level design and includes a waterfall tunnel, a realistic boom crane, an obstacle bridge, a conveyor belt and a repair station. We think this is a really neat set that provides a lot of variety at playtime. It's one of the more expensive train sets in this guide, however you do get a lot for your money - it's a big set with plenty to do, so the kids will never be bored! The age recommendation for this train set is three years old and above. Hape Wooden Trains for Toddlers and Younger Children They do have the Thomas and Friends Wood Starter Set, which is a decent quality starter train set - however, in our opinion, there are better alternatives covered elsewhere in this guide.

Children sometimes play with toys in other ways than expected so the products will be thoroughly with strict safety requirements which in many cases are tougher than the legal requirements Another option is the slightly smaller BRIO Deluxe Cargo Train Set. As suggested by the name, this train set is more geared towards freight trains. Included are three cranes - including a gantry crane and a battery powered crane. The BRIO Travel Switching Train Set is another train set that comes highly recommended. It includes two passenger trains, a station, a bridge, and figures of the drivers and passengers.