1. as an 80 pc. set, exactly how many track pieces are there?2. would you recommend a mat/rug to go under?
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I gave it as a gift so I don't know how many track pieces. I ended up mounting it to a board and gluing them down. My grandson does not use a mat with his.
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If you look at the pictures shown with the product it states:9 Vehicles10 people and signs18 trees and buildings43 track pieces
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without getting the pieces out of the box I would say there is probably between 55 to 60 pieces of track the rest is little accessories. Yes I would put it on a table or a piece of plywood my husband built a play table to set the track up on.
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Hi, depends on the complexity of the track, the one I first bought stays together since it has around 20 pieces. For larger tracks you have to move it by parts.
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You can add as much as you want. Just make sure you get EZ track in N scale. I also bought a six pack of straight track on Amazon with this set.
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I would think as many as you wanted since the pieces all interlock together. Maybe I should just make a big track all around the living room? Maybe THAT would keep them out of "my stuff"? However, the are enjoying it the way it is,with just one track!
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You can attach trackmaster track together whether or not they are starter sets. I'm not sure why you'd want to buy two unless you want two Thomas trains. If you need two Thomases, then I would suggest getting only one starter set, a second Thomas, and packages of extra track. That way, you will have more versatility in possible track layouts.
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My train works fine on the carpet. The track pieces are thick enough to ensure that the train does not snag on the carpet below. In addition, the pieces of track interlock really well, so they don't come apart over uneven surfaces (like my tree skirt). The only possible problem I could see would be if you have a high-nap carpet with really fine threads. Even then, I think you would be in the clear. Hope that helps!
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Yes, there is two tracks. One for the top, which has a wider track,and the bottom track. So two. Hope that helped.
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Yes they are. We have both also. In all, we have around 7 sets. I think the grand kids could assemble track pcs. that would enable them to travel around the outside of our home! A favorite is the set that includes an elevator.
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During my shop for these items, Amazon paired this with gear I might need. I forget the dimensions, however I recommend the 8' track. The track and all items I had to order were separate on one order. I did comparative research for these pieces and it seems there is only a cpl box track designs that fit THIS particular set up. Hope this helps.
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You get 4 engines and 5-6 cars plus a few other vehicles (a helicopter, a few automobiles and a semi-truck). You don't NEED a more, but if you want to buy more cheaply, Target has a bunch of train cars and engines for $3 each that we have (which is why I can't remember exactly how many cars you get.) Do yourself a favor and label each of the train tracks with the letter it is assigned in the instructions and photo copy the layout diagram and tape it into the bottom of the drawers. We love this table, but I spend a lot of time rebuilding the track
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No it doesn't have an 8 track player, but how cool would that be? I got this "from my kids" on my last birthday last October and I absolutely Love it. It is in the Family room and I use it all the time. I think it plays and sounds great and I cant understand why the disparaging comment by kishfish was made. If you are thinking of getting this, you will love it too, but again...no 8 track player, but that's all that's missing...definitely buy it.
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That's exactly correct, package contains 2 48" pieces totaling 96". Make sure to check corners of each track as two of my orders had dented areas I didn't have time to return.
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I agree. While the table top is a good size, it is best suited for crafts and books. Check out the size of your track set and look at the size of the table in the specs. Most of my son's tracks will not fit. I use the green rolling basket under the table to store one of his sets.
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Yes yes yes these tracks were made for carpets this is Lionel' l newest tracks althought all tracks can be placed on a carpet the tracks that come with this set would be the best for carpets asit is on a plastic bed so the tracks never actually touch the carpet you won't have any problem at all
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the track that is furnished with set is 24in in dia. so you would need to buy more track
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A bunch of pieces! Haha. You can create ten different tracks with the pieces you are given. Pretty good set.
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A friend of mine and I have this train. He actually had it first, and I bought it after because I like it so much. I am in the same situation as you. He says he buys extra track from a reseller, and will be sending me his information today. I will post the answer shortly.