--- product_id: 458717226 title: "Thomas and Friends James the Red Engine" brand: "bachmann" price: "1416 zł" currency: PLN in_stock: true reviews_count: 2 category: "Bachmann" url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/458717226-thomas-and-friends-james-the-red-engine store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # All-metal wheels & Rapido couplers N scale electric drive Optimized for 11.25"+ radius curves Thomas and Friends James the Red Engine **Brand:** bachmann **Price:** 1416 zł **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚂 Own the rails with James — where precision meets iconic charm! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Thomas and Friends James the Red Engine by bachmann - **How much does it cost?** 1416 zł with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/458717226-thomas-and-friends-james-the-red-engine) ## 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 - • **Collector-Grade Quality:** Designed for ages 14+, this model combines historical accuracy with premium craftsmanship for discerning enthusiasts. - • **Iconic Character Realism:** Highly detailed body shell and expressive character face bring James the Red Engine to life in your collection. - • **Track Compatibility Mastery:** Seamlessly runs on Bachmann E-Z Track and all major N scale brands for ultimate versatility. - • **Durable All-Metal Components:** All-metal wheels and factory-installed Rapido-style couplers ensure smooth, reliable operation and longevity. - • **Precision N Scale Engineering:** Experience authentic electric locomotive performance with finely tuned N scale mechanics. ## Overview The Bachmann Thomas and Friends James the Red Engine is a finely detailed N scale electric locomotive designed for collectors and hobbyists aged 14 and up. Featuring all-metal wheels, Rapido-style couplers, and compatibility with all major N scale tracks, this model delivers authentic performance and iconic character realism, making it a standout addition to any train enthusiast’s collection. ## Description THOMAS & FRIENDS™ JAMES THE RED ENGINE - N Scale. James is the No. 5 red engine. He is a medium-sized engine whose six driving wheels are not as big as Gordon's but not as small as Thomas'. He has a fine scarlet coat and brass dome and thinks of himself as a Really Splendid Engine. Occasionally this leads to misguided ideas about the sort of work suitable for such a distinguished engine, invariably landing James in trouble. James is a mixed traffic engine, which means he can pull both passenger coaches and freight cars. James is based on a Hughes Class 28 superheated 2-6-0 tender engine. Bachmann carefully reproduces your favorite Thomas & Friends™ characters in N scale. All locomotives feature realistic faces, operating N scale electric drive mechanisms, highly detailed plastic body shells, all-metal wheels, and Rapido-style couplers. Review: Cosmetically simple, mechanically robust. Bachmann didn't pull any punches, this guy is built to last. Taking off the base plate reveals turned brass bearings! Review: I'm impressed with the model and size at first glance. Out of the box I found 1 wheel was out of quarter by a fraction (just enough to not lock the wheels but couldn't drive smoothly), something I had only learned about a week prior to receiving James. I fixed it myself and now James runs almost as smooth as Thomas, James is a fraction faster on the same track. At a minimal crawl James stalls below 0.7V (no wagons on flat track) after adjusting, I'm guessing the forward voltage of a diode. Very tiny screws, but looks easy to maintain with the right tools. The blowout diagram is very nice with all the part numbers. ## Features - Operating N scale electric locomotive - Featuring detailed character face and realistic body shell - All-metal wheels with factory installed Rapido-style couplers. - Performs best on 11.25" radius curves or greater - Runs on Bachmann N scale E-Z Track, and is compatible with all popular brands of N scale track ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Product Dimensions | 8.89 x 2.03 x 2.54 cm; 125 g | | Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up | | Item model number | 58793 | | Educational Objective(s) | History, Spacial Awareness, Concentration, Dexterity | | Number of pieces | 1 | | Assembly Required | No | | Scale | N Gauge | | Track Width/Gauge | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Batteries included? | No | | Material Type(s) | Plastic Metal | | Colour | Prototypical Colors | | Release date | 10 May 2022 | | ASIN | B097WJYQJ7 | ## Images ![Thomas and Friends James the Red Engine - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QkKOlDJOL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by F***R on 2 April 2024* Cosmetically simple, mechanically robust. Bachmann didn't pull any punches, this guy is built to last. Taking off the base plate reveals turned brass bearings! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by K***H on 18 January 2026* I'm impressed with the model and size at first glance. Out of the box I found 1 wheel was out of quarter by a fraction (just enough to not lock the wheels but couldn't drive smoothly), something I had only learned about a week prior to receiving James. I fixed it myself and now James runs almost as smooth as Thomas, James is a fraction faster on the same track. At a minimal crawl James stalls below 0.7V (no wagons on flat track) after adjusting, I'm guessing the forward voltage of a diode. Very tiny screws, but looks easy to maintain with the right tools. The blowout diagram is very nice with all the part numbers. ## Frequently Bought Together - Bachmann Trains - Thomas & Friends™ - James The RED Engine - N Scale - Bachmann Trains - Thomas & Friends - S.C. 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