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product_id: 340083614
title: "Lionel The Polar Express, Electric O Gauge Model Train Cars, 18\" Hobo Car - Black Roof"
brand: "lionel"
price: "A$758"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Lionel"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/340083614-lionel-the-polar-express-electric-o-gauge-model-train-cars
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
---

# Flicker-free LED interior lighting Operating couplers with hidden uncoupling tabs Die-cast sprung trucks for smooth rides Lionel The Polar Express, Electric O Gauge Model Train Cars, 18" Hobo Car - Black Roof

**Brand:** lionel
**Price:** A$758
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎄 All aboard the ultimate Polar Express experience — light up your holiday tradition!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Lionel The Polar Express, Electric O Gauge Model Train Cars, 18" Hobo Car - Black Roof by lionel
- **How much does it cost?** A$758 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- lionel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted lionel brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Collector’s Dream:** Official Lionel craftsmanship with nostalgic design, ideal for millennials who cherish vintage-inspired holiday décor.
- • **Premium Build Quality:** Die-cast sprung trucks ensure smooth, realistic movement on O54 minimum curves.
- • **Seamless Connectivity:** Operating couplers with hidden uncoupling tabs for effortless train assembly and disassembly.
- • **Perfect Size for Display:** At 19 inches long and 5 inches tall, it fits beautifully on any holiday train layout or mantelpiece.
- • **Immersive Holiday Ambiance:** Flickering LED campfire and detailed interior figures bring the magic of The Polar Express to life.

## Overview

The Lionel Polar Express 18" Hobo Car features flicker-free LED interior lighting, a detailed interior with figures, and a flickering LED campfire on the roof. Built with die-cast sprung trucks and operating couplers with hidden uncoupling tabs, this 19-inch long model runs smoothly on O54 curves and stands 5 inches tall. Perfect for collectors and holiday enthusiasts seeking authentic, high-quality train cars to elevate their seasonal displays.

## Description

Making toys for all the children of the world is a job only Santa’s elves can do! It’s almost Christmas Eve which means it’s crunch time for the elves on THE POLAR EXPRESS Elf Work Train! Climb aboard this train set pulled by a highly detailed steam locomotive; followed by a Toy Repair Shop Gondola where the elves fix any malfunctioning toys, Hot Cocoa Tank Car where the elves refuel as they work, Toy Shop Tool car that carries all the little hammers and supplies to make the toys, Do Not Open Gondola transporting all the presents, and The Boss Caboose where the big man himself, Santa, rides along making sure everything is ready in time for his departure on Christmas Eve!

Review: Great addition small flaw - Got this to add to our Polar Express x-mas tree train set.... it has LED bulb for the spot light which to me is a Plus...the car itself it mostly plastic....my biggest complain... it’s not too big of a deal BUT I wish the PE on the spot light itself was backwards... So that when your running your train and your spot light on the car hits a wall and or tunnel....the signal shows the correct way... sounds petty I know BUT to me a small detail that should not have happen...
Review: I would advise a friend to buy it - This is a very well constructed train set. It has many features including Bluetooth. We very much enjoyed it. It stayed on the tracks and was fairly easy to set up. I would highly recommend it. The engine feels like it weighs about 5 pounds alone and has no problem pulling three additional cars that we bought

## Features

- HOBO CARS FEATURE: Flicker-free LED interior lighting, detailed interior with figures
- HOBO CAR DETAILS: Hobo figure on roof, flickering LED campfire (both fixed to roof)
- CAR CONSTRUCTION: Die-cast sprung trucks, operating couplers with hidden uncoupling tabs, rubber diaphragms
- DIMENSIONS: Length: 19" , Minimum Curve: O54 , 5” Height Above Rail

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08C8JNXT9 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,128,274 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #95 in Toy Figure Trains |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (54) |
| Item Weight | 1.35 pounds |
| Item model number | 2027470 |
| Manufacturer | Lionel LLC |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
| Product Dimensions | 11.5 x 3 x 5 inches |
| Release date | October 15, 2020 |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great addition small flaw
*by D***L on March 3, 2020*

Got this to add to our Polar Express x-mas tree train set.... it has LED bulb for the spot light which to me is a Plus...the car itself it mostly plastic....my biggest complain... it’s not too big of a deal BUT I wish the PE on the spot light itself was backwards... So that when your running your train and your spot light on the car hits a wall and or tunnel....the signal shows the correct way... sounds petty I know BUT to me a small detail that should not have happen...

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I would advise a friend to buy it
*by M***R on March 2, 2021*

This is a very well constructed train set. It has many features including Bluetooth. We very much enjoyed it. It stayed on the tracks and was fairly easy to set up. I would highly recommend it. The engine feels like it weighs about 5 pounds alone and has no problem pulling three additional cars that we bought

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lionel Polar Express Announcement Car
*by H***Y on February 1, 2019*

Nice car. Sound is loud and clear. Only thing is sound seems to occur randomly and not as listed in the instructions.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-26*