BRIO Shinkansen Train

by Brio

Product Features

• Includes two engines and a passenger car in wood
• Features characteristic sloping aerodynamic nose on the engines
• Simple-to-hold
• Set is highly detailed
• For ages 3+ years

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 2 x 5.8 inches ; 12.3 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007M4610
• Item model number: 33417
• Our recommended age: 36 months - 6 years
• Manufacturer recommended age: 3 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #25,082 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The world's first express train system

Product Description

Brio Train Shinkansen Passenger Train. The worlds first express train system was introduced in 1964 in Japan. Set consists of two engines and a passenger car in wood. Length 390 mm/ 15.4 Compatible with most wooden train systems. Ages 3 and above. 33417 Brio

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A New Spin on a Classic Toy, October 14, 2007

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Tetsu Uma "The 'Iron Horse'" (Illinois Native in Manassas Park, VA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: BRIO Shinkansen Train (Toy)

This three unit Brio set gives a nice modern spin on the classic wooden train. Modeled after the 700 Series Nozomi ("Hope") Shinkansen ("New Main Line") "Bullet Train," it is painted white with blue stripes like the Japanese prototype and includes painted window and roof detail. (However, it looks more like the 300 Series.) Due to the length of these cars (approximately 4"), they each run on two 4-wheel trucks or bogies which allow the cars to make sharp corners. An ingenious design utilizing a pair of eye hooks allow the trucks to move but keep them from turning too far. The set uses the standard Brio magnetic couplers which allow pieces in this set to couple with other Brio pieces and of course the wheels fit Brio (and other brands using the same standard) wooden track.

The age recommendation is "3+" and it is manufactured in China. Overall, it looks like a lot of fun and I can't wait to give this set to my nephew so we can both play with it. I wish I had this set when I was a boy.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very cool train, January 12, 2009

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D. Yassanye (Connecticut) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: BRIO Shinkansen Train (Toy)

This is a really special Brio train. It is a little heavier and sturdier than other Brio trains and is so cool. The history of the Japanese Bullet train is fascinating and the little ones literally get a "hands-on" tutorial.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Copy!, December 27, 2006

By 

Jirka "Two Little Chicks" - See all my reviews

This review is from: BRIO Shinkansen Train (Toy)

My son loves this train! It's actually copy of a Japanese train. I purchased this at Tuesday Morning for 7 dollars that is nearly 10 dollars cheaper than Amazon. The train is mostly wooden and is quite durable as all of the other Brio toys are. Little boys love toys like this plus its something they can pass down to their children!