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product_id: 2566381
title: "Bachmann Trains - THOMAS & FRIENDS JAMES THE RED ENGINE w/Moving Eyes - HO Scale,unisex-children"
brand: "bachmann"
price: "₪856"
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# Moving eyes for lifelike charm Metal wheels for smooth runs Compatible with HO scale tracks Bachmann Trains - THOMAS & FRIENDS JAMES THE RED ENGINE w/Moving Eyes - HO Scale,unisex-children

**Brand:** bachmann
**Price:** ₪856
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 Own the rails with James — where childhood charm meets collector’s precision!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Bachmann Trains - THOMAS & FRIENDS JAMES THE RED ENGINE w/Moving Eyes - HO Scale,unisex-children by bachmann
- **How much does it cost?** ₪856 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.il](https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/2566381-bachmann-trains-thomas-and-friends-james-the-red-engine-w)

## Best For

- bachmann enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Durable Metal Wheels:** Engineered for smooth, quiet operation that keeps your collection running like a pro.
- • **Iconic Lifelike Design:** James the Red Engine with updated, screen-accurate detailing and moving eyes brings nostalgia to your desk or shelf.
- • **Flexible Coupling System:** International style hook and loop couplers let you easily connect and expand your Thomas & Friends lineup.
- • **Perfect Curve Performance:** Optimized for 18-inch radius curves or greater, delivering reliable and realistic train movement.
- • **Seamless Track Compatibility:** Runs flawlessly on Bachmann HO Scale E-Z Track and other popular HO scale tracks, ensuring effortless integration.

## Overview

The Bachmann Trains Thomas & Friends James the Red Engine HO Scale model features metal wheels, moving eyes, and international hook and loop couplers. Designed for smooth, quiet operation on HO scale tracks with 18-inch radius curves or larger, this detailed locomotive is a must-have for collectors and fans seeking authentic, high-quality additions to their Thomas & Friends collection.

## Description

Product Description Bachmann Trains Thomas & Friends JAMES THE RED ENGINE Locomotive w/Moving Eyes. Build your Thomas and friends collection one friend at a time. Compatible with Bachmann HO Scale E-Z Track and other popular brands of HO Scale Track. Metal wheels. International style hook and loop couplers. From the Manufacturer James the red engine with moving eyes. Build your Thomas and friends collection one friend at a time. Compatible with Bachmann HO Scale E-Z Track and other popular brands of HO Scale Track. Metal wheels. International style hook and loop couplers.

Review: The Splendid Red Engine He Always Was - During my middle school years I was moving away from the classic Thomas toy range, TrackMaster and began collecting the Bachmann range at that point. I originally had the first version of James produced from 2002 to 2015, and while he was a great runner, there was a ton of inaccurate features that gave him a very poor design that didn't resemble the way he looked in the original TV series of Thomas and Friends. So thankful that Bachmann decided to give him a much needed updated cosmetic change starting in 2017, as this new model of James looks absolutely amazing. Minute I took him out the packaging he was very smooth, had no problems, motor is very quiet, hardly makes any noise.
Review: Son loved it - Good detail

## Features

- Build your Thomas & Friends collection one friend at a time with this highly detailed locomotive
- Metal wheels
- Performs best on 18" radius curves or greater
- Runs on HO Scale Track
- International style hook and loop couplers
- Build your Thomas and friends collection one friend at a time
- Compatible with Bachmann HO scale E-Z track and other popular brands of HO scale track
- HO scale train

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0006KSNUS |
| Best Sellers Rank | #483,442 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #683 in Kids' Play Trains & Trams |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (208) |
| Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
| Department | Children |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 8 ounces |
| Item model number | 58743 |
| Manufacturer | Bachmann Industries Inc. |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
| Product Dimensions | 1.8 x 7.5 x 9 inches |

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What size is an HO train in terms of inches or feet tall or length?**
A: Hi Kellie an HO loco (Bachmann Thomas Etc) will run on OO track and there is not a great deal of difference in size between the two i have purchased the Bachmann Thomas and friends locos for my Grandson no problems at all  .

**Q: I am planning to buy James. However will he be damaged in any way if I decide to physically push him (i.e. play with him like wooden trains)?**
A: Yes. You can damage the coupling rods as well as the pick-ups and possiblly the wheels thenselves because he's not a O scale train like lionel or mth model trains where in which the locomotives' wheels can still turn even if there's no power on the track. James is HO scale and the wheels do not turn if they are not on metal electrically powered tracks.

**Q: How big is this train?**
A: The locos I bought are HO gauge which fit Hornby and bachmann track there is also a G scale Thomas and friends this is a very large s

**Q: is it able to make steam to make it more realistic**
A: This particular model of bachmann trains does NOT make steam. The eyes move and the drive wheels are pretty detailed.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Splendid Red Engine He Always Was
*by C***. on September 28, 2023*

During my middle school years I was moving away from the classic Thomas toy range, TrackMaster and began collecting the Bachmann range at that point. I originally had the first version of James produced from 2002 to 2015, and while he was a great runner, there was a ton of inaccurate features that gave him a very poor design that didn't resemble the way he looked in the original TV series of Thomas and Friends. So thankful that Bachmann decided to give him a much needed updated cosmetic change starting in 2017, as this new model of James looks absolutely amazing. Minute I took him out the packaging he was very smooth, had no problems, motor is very quiet, hardly makes any noise.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Son loved it
*by F***Y on January 6, 2025*

Good detail

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ James
*by J***O on September 28, 2024*

Great runner

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*Last updated: 2026-01-28*