This is probably the closest we'll ever get to a System Thomas set
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The LEGO community is abuzz with the unveiling of set 60511 Vintage Steam Train, which many believe is the closest LEGO will ever get to an official "Thomas the Tank Engine" set. This new set, a legally distinct version of the beloved character, is generating excitement among fans.
Set 60511 is modeled after the LB&SCR E2 Class Tank Engine, complete with the correct wheel arrangement, sloped running boards, a short funnel, and a boiler and dome. The set's livery closely resembles Thomas's appearance in "The Adventure Begins." The inclusion of a tender with enough panel pieces allows for easy modification, potentially transforming the engine to resemble Thomas more closely.
This release has sparked speculation that a LEGO enthusiast within the company may have been inspired by the popular children's character. The set's design and features suggest a nod to Thomas, especially considering the denial of a previous Thomas-themed Ideas project.
For fans eager to add this unique steam train to their collection, consider getting a LEGO display case to showcase it.
60511 Vintage Steam Train is basically an LB&SCR E2 Class Tank Engine with a tender instead of a bunker. It has the right wheel arrangement, sloped running board on both ends, a short stumpy funnel, boiler and dome, and it's even in the same livery as Thomas in The Adventure Begins. The tender has enough panel pieces to easily modify the engine to give it a bunker too. I like to think someone at Lego is a Thomas fan, and they made this legally distinct version because the Ideas project got...
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