Customer Reviews

Bachmann Trains Thomas And Friends - James The Red Engine With Moving Eyes

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We've had James for a while now, and while he looks great and is lots of fun to operate, he just can't pull very much. We have a number of Thomas freight cars (troublesome trucks and other freight cars) and James can just barely pull 4 of these small freight cars. His wheels slip taking the curves on level track. I find that if I just rest my hand gently on top of this locomotive that the pulling works better, which leads me to believe this engine is simply too light. I haven't tried taking it apart to add more weight yet, but I suspect it would help. For such a large engine, it really should have had more weight when it was built at the factory.
Otherwise, he is definitely a splendid engine (like he says all the time on the show) and looks great parked next to his stable-mates Henry, Gordon, and Thomas on our model railroad.

Great train. Picture and product is exactly as shown in picture and description. Shipping was prompt and received in time before Easter.

Very sturdy , a worthwhile toy, excellant!!!!!Well worth the Price and to purchase more in the Thomas train. Alot of fun for a child and very safe.