is it metal or plastic?
256192
The body of the engine and cars are very durable plastic. The undercarriage of the engine and moving parts are metal as are the wheels of the cars. Most model trains are built the same way they just vary in size and detail. We are very happy with this set, and Bachmann is very good about their warranty.
761499
I am not 100% certain. I got this but it did not last long as family scoffed it. I am pretty sure it was metal.
690393
Plastic; the only metal was the hose connections. In my opinion it was advertised as being aluminum and actually came in a box labeled as aluminum. Consequently, it was not worth what I paid for it.
716336
I was so disappointed so I threw it away. But to the best of my knowledge it was plastic. I don't recall any metal anywhere.
115069
It's metal. I have used them for several months and no problems at all. I really like the quality of them. I have two.
1598711
I believe it's plastic, but I wouldn't consider it CHEAP plastic, as the other person answered. It's perfect, really. I love it.
1406648
Pretty sure it's plastic. Hard for me to tell, but it looks decent either way.
2268252
its hard to tell but i believe it is plastic. very nice though. i think i almost prefer the plastic when i think about it because no chance of rusting. (and it is not chintzy).
635849
Great question. I originally had the same question. To answer your question. It is metal.
1602075
It is metal, and very durable. I bought this for my daughter who was 11 at the time, and it survived with out a scratch. :)
1540013
I believe it is metal, I bought for my son, so I am unable to look at it. I will check with him a reply again.
334784
It does not appear to be plastic to me. It feels like metal. The inside, where the holes for the water to spray from, is most likely plastic. It looks great and works well.
2278927
Its metal and works great. I've had it for 6+ months and its still working like its brand new.
323142
Its plastic with metal. First time out with it cought a 27 lbs yellow tail. Very smooth
1706539
It is metal . The base is either eal wood or fake wood alloy. But it just broke although we did use is a lot for several weeks. The kids loved playing with it. Wish it lasted longer.
274260
Metal....aircraft grade aluminum. I think it is better than the plastic one.
611725
Metal and plastic. I've had mine for long enough time and several jobs for it to break. Still runs like it did when I first got it. I thought it would be disposable after a couple jobs but it seems like it might be around for a while.