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The classic Thatcher Perkins Locomotive

Relive the golden age of LEGO trains with this 434-piece set from 1976. A nostalgic build for collectors and hobbyists alike!

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Set #396

Thatcher Perkins Locomotive

Discover the Thatcher Perkins Locomotive from the Hobby Sets collection - 433 pieces of building excellence.

⏱ 2-4 hr 🧩 433 pcs

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Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 10× Black
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
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Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
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Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Blue
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
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Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
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Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
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Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
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BrickTsar's review of the vintage LEGO 396 Thatcher Perkins locomotive from 1976 praises its historical accuracy, noting its basis on a Baltimore & Ohio Railroad steam locomotive. However, the review points out the set's incompatibility with standard LEGO train tracks due to its 10-stud width.

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BrickTsar's review of the vintage LEGO 396 Thatcher Perkins locomotive from 1976 praises its historical accuracy, noting its basis on a Baltimore & Ohio Railroad steam locomotive. However, the review points out the set's incompatibility with standard LEGO train tracks due to its 10-stud width.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

48
Unique Parts
433
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
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