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Relive the glory days of LEGO trains with this classic 9V-era set. A must-have for train enthusiasts and collectors alike!

🏛 9V
Set #10133

Burlington Northern Santa Fe Locomotive

The Burlington Northern Santa Fe Locomotive is a classic piece of LEGO train history.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for LEGO train fans and AFOLs interested in vintage LEGO train designs. ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 409 pcs 🎂 Ages 8+
★★★★☆ 4.2 from 7 reviews

Fans appreciate the set's classic train design and unique color scheme, but some find the 9V system outdated compared to newer LEGO train technologies. The set is praised for its sturdiness and display appeal, but criticized for its reliance on an older power system.

📝 Our Take

The Burlington Northern Santa Fe Locomotive is a classic piece of LEGO train history. Released in 2004 under the 9V system, it represents a pivotal era for LEGO trains, capturing the rugged aesthetic of American freight trains with its dark green and orange color scheme.

This set is perfect for LEGO train enthusiasts and collectors seeking a nostalgic build. With a manageable piece count and satisfying construction, it's a great way to add a unique locomotive to your railway or display shelf.

Skip this if you're looking for modern Power Functions or Powered Up features. This set relies on the older 9V system; consider newer train sets like the Crocodile Locomotive (10277-1) for more advanced functionality.

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🧱 Building Experience

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409
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
📊
Intermediate
Difficulty
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8+
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Detailed recreation of the BNSF locomotive
  • Sturdy construction suitable for play and display
  • Unique color scheme using dark green and orange bricks
  • Includes two classic LEGO train minifigures

📈 Investment Analysis

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The Burlington Northern Santa Fe Locomotive (10133-1) holds moderate investment potential due to its status as a retired LEGO train set from the 9V era. The set's appeal to train enthusiasts and collectors, coupled with its relative scarcity, could drive appreciation over time. However, the 9V system is outdated, which may limit its appeal to some. Demand for LEGO trains remains steady, but condition and completeness are crucial factors for resale value. Keep in mind that LEGO train investments can be niche, so diversify your portfolio.

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📖 About This Set

The Burlington Northern Santa Fe engine is ready to haul freight across the country! This special locomotive features an updated look and unique brick colors, making it a great addition to your LEGO Train collection. Modelled after a GP-38 locomotive, this train features the BNSF dark green/orange/yellow color scheme. Includes Engineer Max and Conductor Charlie minifigures.

  • To make this engine run, add #10153 9-volt Train Motor and #4548 9-volt Speed Regulator, each sold separately.
  • 9v LEGO Trains require 9v tracks and rails, which conduct electricity. Compatible tracks and rails are #4515, #4519, #4520, #4531 and any track collections consisting of these item numbers.
  • When motorized with a 9v motor, this engine will not run on LEGO RC Train tracks (#7895, #7896, #K7895, #K7896).

Compare Similar Sets

The Burlington Northern Santa Fe Locomotive offers a unique aesthetic compared to more modern LEGO trains. While sets like the Emerald Night (10194-1) and Horizon Express (10233-1) offer different styles and building experiences, the BNSF provides a classic American freight train look. Collectors interested in the 9V system may prefer this set, while those seeking modern features might opt for newer train sets.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes two minifigures: a Conductor with a dark blue jacket and a Train Machinist in blue overalls. While not exceptionally rare, they add to the set's playability and display value.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 67 unique parts • 400 total pieces

Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane, Solid Studs Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 2377 Orange
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b 20× Black
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Yellow
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Dark Green
Tile 1 x 4 with Train Controls Print Tile 1 x 4 with T...
Part #: 2431pr0028 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 2 x 4 x 2 with Studs on Sides Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 2434 Black
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4 [Square Corners] Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 2436 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 12× Black
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip and Straight Tips Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2555 Black
Technic Disc 3 x 3 Technic Disc 3 x 3
Part #: 2723 Black
Train Motor Decorative Side 10 x 2 x 2 with Closed Hub Points (for 9V Train Motor) Train Motor Decor...
Part #: 2871a Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2877 11× Dark Green
Wheel Holder, Train with Wheels [Complete Assembly] Wheel Holder, Tra...
Part #: 2878c01 Light Bluish Gray
Train Coupling New Train Coupling New
Part #: 2920 Black
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Dark Green
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 12× Dark Green
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 10× Orange
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Orange
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Dark Green
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Orange
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Black
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Dark Green
Brick Curved 2 x 2, Two Top Studs Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 30165 Dark Green
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Dark Green
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Yellow
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Black
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Black
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Yellow
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 10× Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 11× Dark Green
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 12× Yellow
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Orange
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 Black
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 Dark Green
Slope 45° 2 x 4 Slope 45° 2 x 4
Part #: 3037 Orange
Slope 45° 2 x 4 Slope 45° 2 x 4
Part #: 3037 Dark Green
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 Black
Arm Mechanical with 2 Clips [Battle Droid] Arm Mechanical wi...
Part #: 30377 14× Black
Slope 45° 2 x 3 Slope 45° 2 x 3
Part #: 3038 Dark Green
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Dark Green
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Black
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Dark Green
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 Orange
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 Black
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Black
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Dark Green
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Yellow
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Dark Green
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Dark Green
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Orange
Minifig Head [Plain] [Blocked Open Stud] Minifig Head [Pla...
Part #: 3626b Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Orange
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Black
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Yellow
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Orange
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 12× Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Orange
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Dark Green
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a Black
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Yellow
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Light Bluish Gray
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right Door 1 x 3 x 1 Right
Part #: 3821 Dark Green
Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left Door 1 x 3 x 1 Left
Part #: 3822 Dark Green
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 Yellow
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 Dark Bluish Gray
Equipment Radio [Extended Handle, Compact Speaker Grille] Equipment Radio [...
Part #: 3962b Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Special 6 x 4 with Beveled Edges and 5mm Pin (Train Bogie Plate) Tile Special 6 x ...
Part #: 4025 Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Orange
Seat / Chair 2 x 2 Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Part #: 4079 Blue
Vehicle Base, Train 6 x 28 with Two 1 x 2 Openings [3 Round Holes Each End] Vehicle Base, Tra...
Part #: 4093a Yellow
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Dark Green
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Yellow
Slope Curved 4 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved with 2 Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 45677 Yellow
Slope Curved 4 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved with 2 Studs Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 45677 Black
Train Buffer Beam with Rectangular Buffers and Plow Train Buffer Beam...
Part #: 45708 Black
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane Glass for Window ...
Part #: 4862 Trans-Clear
Sticker Sheet for Set 10133-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 53049 [No Color/Any Color]
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Orange
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Dark Green
Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 6091 12× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Clear
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Red
Plate Special 4 x 4 with Studs on One Edge [Plain] Plate Special 4 x...
Part #: 6179 Black
Wedge 3 x 2 Right Wedge 3 x 2 Right
Part #: 6564 Dark Green
Wedge 3 x 2 Left Wedge 3 x 2 Left
Part #: 6565 Dark Green
Plate Special 1 x 6 with Train Wagon End Fence Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 6583 Black
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Yellow
Horn / Car Air Horn Horn / Car Air Horn
Part #: 71182 Chrome Silver
Magnet Cylindrical Magnet Cylindrical
Part #: 73092 Black
Hose Rigid 3mm D. 19L / 15.2cm Hose Rigid 3mm D....
Part #: 75c19 Black
The set features a good selection of black and dark green bricks and plates, useful for MOC builders creating train-related structures. The quantity of Black Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove is notable.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Black Arm Mechanical with 2 Clips [Battle Droid] (14x) $2.80
Black Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (20x) $3.00
Black Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight (8x) $2.00
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$7.80

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Freight cars and train cars to expand the BNSF train
🏙 Train station and railway infrastructure
🚗 Variations of diesel locomotives

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 8 videos
3.0 /5
Mixed
0% positive
BlockTalk AI

Reviews of the LEGO 10133 Burlington Northern Santa Fe Locomotive are generally neutral, focusing on showcasing the set and its features. While many find it an amazing train, there's a lack of strong positive or negative sentiment, suggesting it's viewed as a solid, but not exceptionally remarkable, addition to a LEGO train collection.

Community Sentiment

Based on 8 YouTube reviews

Reddit

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5
Mixed
0% positive
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BlockTalk AI Analysis

Reviews of the LEGO 10133 Burlington Northern Santa Fe Locomotive are generally neutral, focusing on showcasing the set and its features. While many find it an amazing train, there's a lack of strong positive or negative sentiment, suggesting it's viewed as a solid, but not exceptionally remarkable, addition to a LEGO train collection.

What the Community Says

6 YouTube reviews
BlockTalk AI Summary

BrickTsar showcases the locomotive running in a city layout, while LeggoMyJamesO expresses general admiration for the set as part of a larger train collection. RedCupBRICKS provides a retrospective look at the set's release in 2005, placing it in the context of LEGO's train history.

Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

📖 Building Instructions 1

Burlington Northern Santa Fe Locomotive Instructions
BUILDING INSTRUCTION, 10133
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Charts Inventory Statistics

67
Unique Parts
400
Total Pieces
2
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1