r/LEGOtrains

I wanted to explore an alternative to a powered train by designing a booster rail for coaster tracks. I don't think I've seen anyone try this approach before. What do you think?

Hey all! I have already introduced my Lisbon Tram model here, and now I’ve built a square around it. It features many new details, such as a tunnel portal with a lookout spot above it and a snack shop next to it.

You can support this model following the link and click on “😍 Love it!”:

https://www.bricklink.com/v3/designer-program/2028-wave-1/5335/Lisbon-Tram-Square

My original and smaller build featuring the same vehicles can still be found here https://www.bricklink.com/v3/designer-program/2028-wave-1/5336/Lisbon-Tram-Ride

What caught your eye first? Tell me what you like about this build.

Thanks in advance! 🤝

The switcher now fits a PU hub. The containerwagon is 40 studs long, ready to fit 4 6X10 containers, 2 6x20 containers, or 1 6x40 container, plus they can be double stacked. The wagon can also be modified to fit the standard Modular LEGO® Intermodal Standard.

There really was no good way to do the cab with windows.

Free instructions on Rebrickable

This is the series 11 version of the submission, the 2028 wave 1 version has different colours and the goods van is a new design. The signal box and Orient Express coach aren't part of it.

A homage to the days gone by of travel. This American style Ten Wheeler steam locomotive draws inspiration from the railroads of the northeast. The Keystone Midland Railroad (KMRR) is a proto freelance railroad, so it never existed, and this is their Ten Wheeler the C5. Ten Wheelers were historically used in both freight service and passenger service meaning there are endless possibilities on what you can pull behind it. This model is packed with prototypical details. From the markerlights on the front and back, to the firebox doors. Every place you look a new detail appears. The four minifigures represent the four main jobs on a steam locomotive, the conductor, engineer, fireman, and brakeman. The KMRR C5 does operate on standard train track and curves. Motorization of this model is intuitive. The cab interior is removed and the battery box goes in its place, and the motor is mounted in the boiler. A longer linkage between the tender and locomotive is included in the tender so it may navigate standard curves. Vote here and ask any questions!

My Caboose Café and Silver Storm Express coaches in action in this short video! These are prototypes on my personal layout. I had so much fun building these pieces, and I'd really appreciate a vote or comment on BrickLink if you like the sets.