How many pieces are in the High Speed Train?

High Speed Train contains 333 pieces.

When was the High Speed Train released?

High Speed Train was released in 2003.

🏛 World City

Set #4511

High Speed Train

The High Speed Train is a classic LEGO train set from the early 2000s.

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Who it's for: Intermediate build Ideal for LEGO train fans, kids, and adults who enjoy creating and expanding their LEGO city layouts
Build: 333 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $89.99 list price · 27.0¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 41 ratings

Fans appreciate the classic design and smooth operation of the High Speed Train, though some find the lack of modern features disappointing. The rising value of the set as a retired item is also a point of interest for collectors.

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📝 Our Take

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The High Speed Train is a classic LEGO train set from the early 2000s. This set captures the essence of high-speed rail travel with its sleek design, featuring a distinctive color scheme and aerodynamic profile.

This set is perfect for LEGO train enthusiasts and collectors. With a manageable piece count and straightforward instructions, it provides a satisfying build experience and a great addition to any LEGO city layout.

Skip this if you're looking for advanced building techniques or modern train features. Consider newer LEGO train sets with Power Functions or Powered Up systems for more realistic train operation.

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333

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Building the train's aerodynamic front and rear sections
Assembling the train chassis and adding the wheel assemblies
Creating the passenger seating and interior details
Integrating the train with LEGO tracks to test its speed and performance

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⏳ Retired

The 4511 High Speed Train is a retired set from the World City theme, making it a potentially attractive investment for collectors. Its age and relative rarity contribute to its rising value on the secondary market. While not as iconic as some other LEGO trains, its complete set with original box and instructions commands a premium. However, its investment potential depends on maintaining its condition and the continued interest in LEGO trains and World City theme.

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📖 About This Set

Commuters rely on this lightning-fast locomotive to get them to work on time! Add this high speed train to your LEGO town and keep passengers moving from place to place. Complete set includes engine and passenger car, train station platform, 3 mini-figures, accessories and more. Set also includes 16 curved rails to create a 2 foot circle, as well as a 9-volt Speed Regulator and motor.

9V Electric Electric Locomotive Electric Motor Light Brick Magnet Passenger Coach Passenger Train Power Adapter Public Transport Track Trackside Structure

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Compared to newer LEGO train sets, the 4511 High Speed Train lacks modern features like remote control and advanced motorization. However, its classic design and simple functionality make it a great entry point for LEGO train enthusiasts. Consider the newer City Passenger Train (60337-1) for modern features or the Emerald Night (10194-1) for a more detailed and challenging build.

3 Minifigures Included

Train Conductor - Dark Blue Jacket, Dark Blue Legs, Dark Red Hat, Glasses (3626b head)

4 parts

Woman - Medium Blue Jacket, White Legs

4 parts

Man - Black Suit, Sunglasses

4 parts

The set includes three minifigures: a train conductor with a dark blue jacket and dark red hat, a woman in a medium blue jacket, and a man in a black suit. The train conductor is unique to this set, adding to its collectibility.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 333
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 85 unique parts, 324 pieces
Minifigures: 3

LEGO counts 333 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 336, including the 12 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Equipment Goblet ...

Part #: 2343 1× Trans-Clear

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 2377 2× White

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 4× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 5× Dark Gray

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 1× Black

Hub / Controller,...

Part #: 2868b 1× Black

Train Motor Decor...

Part #: 2871a 2× Light Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 6× Green

Wheel Holder, Tra...

Part #: 2878c01 6× Light Gray

Train Coupling New

Part #: 2920 3× Black

Train Pantograph ...

Part #: 2922 1× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× White

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 6× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 13× White

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Green

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Black

Brick 2 x 8

Part #: 3007 1× Black

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 4× Green

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 6× White

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 8× Green

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Green

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Light Gray

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 16× Dark Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 9× Light Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Red

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Blue

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Trans-Red

Plate 6 x 12

Part #: 3028 1× Dark Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 30283 4× Light Gray

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 2× Light Gray

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 2× Dark Gray

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 30363pr0009 1× Dark Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3037 4× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 10× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 30602 1× Black

Brick 1 x 4 witho...

Part #: 3066 2× Trans-Brown

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 1× Blue

Tile 1 x 2 with T...

Part #: 3069bpr0065 1× White

Tile 1 x 2 with J...

Part #: 3069bpr0090 2× Dark Gray

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 2× Trans-Red

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070bpr0034 1× Light Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 32083 7× White

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245b 8× White

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 3298 1× Red

Brick Arch 1 x 6

Part #: 3455 2× White

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 2× Black

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× White

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 6× Dark Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 3× White

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 3× White

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 3× Dark Gray

Equipment Cup / M...

Part #: 3899 2× Red

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 1× White

Train Buffer Beam

Part #: 4022 3× Light Gray

Tile Special 6 x ...

Part #: 4025 3× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Green

Seat / Chair 2 x 2

Part #: 4079 9× Red

Vehicle Base, Tra...

Part #: 4093a 1× Dark Gray

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 4× Dark Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 41747 1× White

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 41748 1× White

Brick Curved 6 x 1

Part #: 42022 2× White

Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [...

Part #: 4215b 1× Trans-Brown

Brick Curved 6 x 2

Part #: 44126 1× White

Hinge Tile 1 x 3 ...

Part #: 44300 1× Light Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44301a 1× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44302a 1× Black

Bag / Briefcase

Part #: 4449 1× Light Gray

Bag / Briefcase

Part #: 4449 1× Black

Bag / Briefcase

Part #: 4449 1× Brown

Hinge Panel 2 x 4...

Part #: 44572 2× White

Hinge Tile 1 x 4 ...

Part #: 44822 2× White

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 45677 2× White

Windscreen 10 x 6...

Part #: 45705 1× Trans-Brown

Train Front 6 x 1...

Part #: 45706pr0001 1× White

Light Prism, Trai...

Part #: 46309 1× Trans-Yellow

Glass for Window ...

Part #: 4862 2× Trans-Brown

Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [...

Part #: 4864b 28× Trans-Brown

Wire with Brick 2...

Part #: 5306bc021 1× Black

Wire with Brick 2...

Part #: 5306c01 1× Dark Gray

Light Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 6035 1× White

Brick 1 x 10

Part #: 6111 8× White

Brick 1 x 12

Part #: 6112 2× Light Gray

Vehicle Base, Tra...

Part #: 6584 1× Dark Gray

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× White

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 4× Dark Gray

Motor, Train Base...

Part #: 70358 1× Black

Electric Adapter ...

Part #: 70931 1× Black

Magnet Cylindrical

Part #: 73092 3× Black

Vehicle Track, Tr...

Part #: 74747 16× Dark Gray

🧱 Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 46159 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set features a good selection of white, dark gray, and black bricks and slopes, useful for train construction and MOC building. The trans-brown panels add a unique touch to the train's windows.