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product_id: 276243248
title: "Hornby R1248 Santa'S Express Train Set, Various"
brand: "hornby"
price: "€ 63.81"
currency: EUR
in_stock: false
url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/276243248-hornby-r1248-santas-express-train-set-various
store_origin: GR
region: Greece
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# Festive Holiday Vibes OO Gauge Precision Perfect Tree-Base Fit Hornby R1248 Santa'S Express Train Set, Various

**Brand:** hornby
**Price:** € 63.81
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎅🚂 Bring holiday magic home with Santa’s Express—where tradition meets trend!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hornby R1248 Santa'S Express Train Set, Various by hornby
- **How much does it cost?** € 63.81 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- hornby enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hornby brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Skill-Building & Fun:** Enhances hand-eye coordination and construction skills—perfect for young professionals' families.
- • **Festive Dual Wagons Included:** Two vibrant, holiday-themed wagons bring seasonal cheer to your display.
- • **Remote Control Infrared Tech:** Effortless indoor operation with included infrared remote for seamless control.
- • **Authentic OO Gauge Locomotive:** Experience true-to-scale model railroading with precise OO gauge detailing.
- • **Designed for Christmas Tree Display:** Compact layout perfectly fits around your tree base for immersive holiday decor.

## Overview

The Hornby R1248 Santa’s Express Train Set is a detailed OO gauge model train featuring a locomotive and two festive wagons designed to run around the base of a Christmas tree. Lightweight and compact (43.18 x 33.02 x 10.16 cm, 1.18 kg), it includes an infrared remote control for indoor use and promotes construction skills and hand-eye coordination, making it an ideal holiday centerpiece for families.

## Description

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## Features

- OO Guage
- Locomotive
- Two festive wagons
- Designed to run around the base of a Christmas tree

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07N8BSFPS |
| Age Range Description | Youth |
| Assembly Instructions Description | Brief set of simple steps, possibly included in the user manual or product packaging |
| Assembly Time | 10 Minutes |
| Base Material | Plastic |
| Battery Description | Alkaline |
| Best Sellers Rank | #100,705 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #4 in Pre-Built Model Trains |
| Brand Name | Hornby |
| CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable |
| Collection Name | Trains & Railroads |
| Color | Red |
| Compatibility Options | OO scale and gauge rail 16.5mm |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Control Type | Remote Control |
| Controller Type | Remote Control |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 943 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | Construction Skill, Hand-Eye Coordination |
| Fit Type | freestanding |
| Frame Material Type | Plastic |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05055286666377 |
| Included Components | Santa Locomotive, Gift Car, Sleigh Van, Rails and Controller |
| Includes Rechargeable Battery | No |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Inner Material | Plastic |
| Is Assembly Required | Yes |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Item Dimensions | 43.2 x 33 x 10.2 centimeters |
| Item Shape | rectangular prism |
| Item Type Name | Model |
| Item Weight | 2.6 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Hornby |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R1248 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 0 - 3 years |
| Material Type | Plastic Metal |
| Minimum Age Recomendation | 36 |
| Model Name | R1248 |
| Model Number | R1248 |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| Not for Kids | No |
| Number of Items | 16 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 16 |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Occasion | Christmas |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Wall Outlet Mains Transformer |
| Outer Material | plastic |
| Power Plug Type | Type D |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Product Style | Single |
| Rail Guage | OO Guage |
| Recommended Uses For Product | indoor |
| Remote Control Technology | Infrared |
| Remote Included | Yes |
| Scale | OO |
| Set Name | Santa'S Express |
| Size | 13 x 17 x 4 pollici |
| Skill Level | Beginner |
| Sub Brand | Santa's Express |
| Subject Character | Santa |
| Theme | Christmas |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Store origin: GR*
*Last updated: 2026-10-03*