{"product_id":"starter-set","title":"Starter Set 5pc","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003eDesigned especially for little hands and first-time train fans, our Starter Set is a simple, colorful introduction to the world of wooden trains and to Whittle Shortline Railroad. With a steam engine, boxcar, tank car, gondola, and caboose, this set introduces young children to several classic train car styles while keeping things easy, fun, and approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe chose the Chessie Cat boxcar to help catch the eye, because everybody loves a kitten, and the gondola adds extra play value by giving kids a car that can carry small treasures along for the ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike some of our larger and more advanced trains, the cars in this set use straight axle wheels instead of swivel truck sets, making them easier for young children to place on the track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"933\" data-start=\"916\"\u003eSet Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"936\" data-start=\"933\"\u003e– 1 steam engine\u003cbr data-end=\"955\" data-start=\"952\"\u003e– 1 boxcar\u003cbr data-end=\"968\" data-start=\"965\"\u003e– 1 tank car\u003cbr data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"980\"\u003e– 1 gondola\u003cbr data-end=\"997\" data-start=\"994\"\u003e– 1 caboose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"441\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This item is currently \u003cstrong data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"482\"\u003ePREORDER ONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e and is expected to ship in \u003cstrong data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"523\"\u003e3-4 weeks \u003c\/strong\u003eafter checkout. Actual trains may vary slightly from the picture, as the picture shown is a prototype.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"640\" data-start=\"626\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any other trains purchased in the same order as this preorder item will ship together when the preorder is ready. We cannot split one order into two separate shipments. If you would like another train sooner than the preorder item, please place a separate order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted by real railfans, our wooden trains are designed as durable, child-friendly toys made for years of play and often treasured as keepsakes and heirlooms. While safety and durability always come first in our designs, each piece is still inspired by the look and spirit of the real train.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"931\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrack Compatibility: \u003c\/strong\u003eCompatible with Brio, Thomas Wooden Railway, and other major wooden train track systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"931\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic paints and finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"931\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Recommendation: \u003c\/strong\u003eAges 3+ due to small parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"393\" data-start=\"215\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eMay vary slightly due to handmade nature. Our trains generally range from about 3 inches long to over 7 inches long, depending on the specific engine or car.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Whittle Shortline Railroad - Wooden Toy Trains!","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54505840738626,"sku":"SET-STARTER-5PC","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1889\/4449\/files\/CopyofLeftSide_9.png?v=1780516955","url":"https:\/\/woodentrain.com\/fr\/products\/starter-set","provider":"The Whittle Shortline Railroad - Wooden Toy Trains!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}