LEGO 10277 Crocodile Locomotive

First off, this is quite possibly, my favourite building process this year and I've built a lot during lockdown.However, there are some unusual downsides to this model.The lego quality seems like it came from a different factory. It was 95%, but not that "perfect fit" that I expect from Lego. The Lego name on the pieces seemed less readable compared to another piece next to it and the light grey colour of some pieces, matched nothing that I have to date. The base plates were also all slightly warped, none of them sit flat, even with the weight of the train on it. This made me think Lego has opened up a new factory that's not quite the same standard (China maybe?)The lego motor that you need for this is 88013 (not the powered bogey out of every other train), ... MoreFirst off, this is quite possibly, my favourite building process this year and I've built a lot during lockdown.However, there are some unusual downsides to this model.The lego quality seems like it came from a different factory. It was 95%, but not that "perfect fit" that I expect from Lego. The Lego name on the pieces seemed less readable compared to another piece next to it and the light grey colour of some pieces, matched nothing that I have to date. The base plates were also all slightly warped, none of them sit flat, even with the weight of the train on it. This made me think Lego has opened up a new factory that's not quite the same standard (China maybe?)The lego motor that you need for this is 88013 (not the powered bogey out of every other train), its not mentioned anywhere, until you have it and Lego Australia did not even have the motor available on their website when I got the train, I had to buy it elsewhere. It's available now.Also the price with the powered up gear, makes it almost the same price as the Cargo Train (60198) which is pretty steep for one locomotive.There is no flange on the 3rd and 6th Wheels, making it not grip well and easily derail on a standard lego curve.The only other thing I find unusual is that its Brown. The Crocodile CE 6/8 trains were green and only became brown when they were upgraded to the BE 6/8.Still, its fun, its worth getting, but it just feels like it came from somewhere other than Lego.

I thought the building experience was really fun! Unfortunately I don't have the new bluetooth motor system, but i have a lot of old power functions bits and after finding a way to put them in, it ran very well, although i did take the elastic bands off of the front and back axles, as it was getting stuck on corners. I've been wanting LEGO to make a model of a real train for years, and this has definitely delivered! My only issue would be that some of the brown pieces felt like they wee third party plastic; they didn't feel like they were up to normal LEGO standards. This issue hasn't stopped the set looking great and all the pieces went together extremely well! I would certainly like to see some more LEGO sets that actually are models of trains, as i think this ... MoreI thought the building experience was really fun! Unfortunately I don't have the new bluetooth motor system, but i have a lot of old power functions bits and after finding a way to put them in, it ran very well, although i did take the elastic bands off of the front and back axles, as it was getting stuck on corners. I've been wanting LEGO to make a model of a real train for years, and this has definitely delivered! My only issue would be that some of the brown pieces felt like they wee third party plastic; they didn't feel like they were up to normal LEGO standards. This issue hasn't stopped the set looking great and all the pieces went together extremely well! I would certainly like to see some more LEGO sets that actually are models of trains, as i think this would aspire to train enthusiasts! Also a set of an older locomotive means it has an educational factor! I have loved my trains my entire life, so when i first found out about this set, I ran around the house shouting with joy! I received it as a birthday present and built it with my father! The next day it was running round my oval of track! A beautiful set, and I would certainly love to see another model locomotive set like this from LEGO very soon! Maybe a British diesel locomotive, or an American steam train! Well done LEGO, a fine set! Hopefully the start of more model locomotive sets!

A great build yielding a great display piece, which for the most part (see other reviews) runs very nicely on track. As has been said, the contrast in the manual is a little bit annoying, but otherwise the build was great.The pantographs are very nicely executed. The usage of hot dogs as hoses is very clever. There's plenty of detail in the model. To me, the best feature is the nearly studless design.In my opinion, the biggest downside is that fitting lights such as 88005 will be a challenge, although not impossible with some serious modification. Also, a great deal of play value could be added with working doors, which I'm sure some great builder will solve.Overal I think Lego has struck gold with this one, hopefully resulting in a new series of expert rail ... MoreA great build yielding a great display piece, which for the most part (see other reviews) runs very nicely on track. As has been said, the contrast in the manual is a little bit annoying, but otherwise the build was great.The pantographs are very nicely executed. The usage of hot dogs as hoses is very clever. There's plenty of detail in the model. To me, the best feature is the nearly studless design.In my opinion, the biggest downside is that fitting lights such as 88005 will be a challenge, although not impossible with some serious modification. Also, a great deal of play value could be added with working doors, which I'm sure some great builder will solve.Overal I think Lego has struck gold with this one, hopefully resulting in a new series of expert rail sets. I can only imagine what Lego could unleash by having a go at some fitting rolling stock..