Can the blue motorized train in the Travel Switching Set be use freehand, without the motor operating?
500639
The middle and rear cars of that train can, but the part with the battery/motor doesn't roll as well.
2219808
Yes all three cars are motorized !! It's a good idea to order extra cars they use or loose them.. They are really durable!!! And the tracks stay locked together!! My grandson loves this set so much I bought him additional sets to make it larger..set!!
1464082
If you manually move the train is moving, but without inertia, that is not freely rolling after you release the steam engine, and by pressing the start button a smooth move, only the first day creaked badly now everything is fine. Generally train is great, kids love, especially to fill the locomotive, only fueling already lost. If you're buying and if resources permit, immediately take additional rail kit, or a large set.
1615614
I would not advise it - the locomotive has standard plastic drive wheels and is designed for track use. I am a model railroader and we purchased this set for our 5 year old grand son this past Xmas. If you put it on hardwood floors or tile you would eventually ruin these drive wheels.
466101
Yes, very easily. And, not all of the cars are motorized. My grandson just turned 2. He couldn't stop playing with this. The ramp was too difficult for him, though. The train goes up the ramp, but you turn a crank to help it up. He'll have to wait until he's older. We liked this so much that we then bought extra track and the fire station set. My grandson loves this product. I hope this is helpful to you.
2265575
This set comes with a wired in remote dial which controls the speed of the train. It's a wonderful set. It also blows steam out of smokestack. There is also a railroad crossing that raises and lowers as the train goes through that can be purchased separately. I purchased this train set to go around the Christmas tree and my boy still plays with it.
2109544
I do not think so. It has an on/off switch that activates the hand motor to start working. It does not glide well when turned off.
2195528
Yes the train runs by itself. You use the remote to turn it on, blow the while and control the speed level. Once the speed level is set, the train runs continuously. Thanks! Lisa Laing, My Hobby Place & Toys
1862708
I would say no, because the wheel base in the wooden trains is closer together than the motorized trains.
1481407
You can push them around manually. This track kit is convenient just in case you want to upgrade to a motorized Thomas the Train
396831
Not really. One hand is holding the wand, the other turns it on/off. The mechanism very easily/smoothly moves fwd (on) and back (off).
2232648
The motor is a detachable accessory, and can be replaced with a new purchase if can be found. Without the motor, the machine can still be used with a hand crank, but is a little labored.
684374
Yes. There is a key that must be inserted and turned. Also there is no free wheel option on the Mobie so it is hard to just drag it when it is open. The free wheel option on other scooters is a lever that engages or disengages the motor from the wheels. This allows someone to push or otherwise to move the scooter without the motor on. So the Mobie is somewhat safer that way. You would have to lift it or fold it up to steal it. Bill Keene 954-421-3169 Boca Home Medical Solutions
440578
yes, the machine can be driven both forwad and reverse without engaging the tines.
1373763
I believe these motors are switchable left and right, could not be %100 sure but I never see these styles listed for left or right
1475434
Yes, it's motorized by battery power and it moves along the track (plastic) on it's own power. A great train set for the young beginner.
1316944
Yes, the second handle from the top in the picture controls gearing. You can select: forward, neutral and reverse without engaging the tines. On the same handle you can also select forward and reverse with the tines engaged.