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133 LEGO Trains Locomotive
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LEGO 133 Locomotive is a vintage Trains set from 1975 valued at $733 for new and sealed sets, up 25272% from an original retail price of $2.89. Annual appreciation has averaged 11.47% since release. On the used market, values range from $55 to $71 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This represents the current new/sealed value of the set Locomotive since January 1975. Medium accuracy
LEGO 133-1 Locomotive is a Trains set in the 4.5V/12V subtheme released in 1975, containing 87 pieces. The build assembles a black locomotive featuring magnet couplers and a red-and-yellow wheel assembly. It was designed for the 4.5V/12V train system of the era, allowing integration with compatible rolling stock and track accessories. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $791 within the next year.
Locomotive has become a rare vintage set, as set 133-1 has not been seen for sale in new/good condition online or in retail for over one year. Its actual value is likely above the current estimate. The last brand new Locomotive was sold on eBay.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 133 Locomotive at this time.
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For Sale (Used)

 (US) Used - eBay listing for 133 Locomotive $55.86
(SI) Used - In very good condition Comes with very nice instructions, but with punchholes.... $56.83

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Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1975
Pieces 369
Availability Retired
182 LEGO Train Set with Motor
Retail $19.99
Value $1,429.70
Growth  +7052.1%
Annual growth 8.7%

148 Central Station

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1975
Pieces / Minifigs 293 / 5
Availability Retired
148 LEGO Trains Central Station
Retail $19.99
Value $895.08
Growth  +4377.6%
Annual growth 7.7%

134 Mobile Crane and Wagon

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1975
Pieces 86
Availability Retired
134 LEGO Trains Mobile Crane and Wagon
Retail $2.49
Value $406.48
Growth  +16224.5%
Annual growth 10.5%

136 Tanker Wagon

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1975
Pieces 83
Availability Retired
136 LEGO Trains Tanker Wagon
Retail $1.89
Value $206.08
Growth  +10803.7%
Annual growth 9.6%

137-2 Passenger Sleeping Car

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1975
Pieces 82
Availability Retired
137-2 LEGO Trains Passenger Sleeping Car
Retail $1.89
Value $316.48
Growth  +16645.0%
Annual growth 10.6%

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Locomotive Reviews

2 reviews
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BrickTrains-Sets
“The Lego133 Locomotive is a set that includes 87 pieces, and consisting of one train car. The set does not include any tracks, or any cars it only includes one train wagon and that are the main train engine. The 133 locomotive is in the 12 volt line.”
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BrickEconomy Member Review
“This vintage 1975 LEGO train set is a nostalgic gem, featuring a simple yet charming locomotive with all original parts. The clean design, classic rubber wheels, and magnet couplers are impressive, especially for its age. Despite its small size and just seven steps in the instructions, it’s a fun and manageable build with unique details like the train wheel front. Overall, it's a delightful piece for any LEGO train fan.”
 

About Trains 4.5V / 12V

In 1972 LEGO released the 4.5V and 12V train sets as part of the Blue Era which was named because of the rail color. These train sets used additional conductor rails mounted between the standard 4.5V rails and 12V motors contained in the same housings as the 4.5V motors, but with additional metal contacts attached to the bottom of the housings.

4.5V / 12V consists of 83 sets that ran from 1972 to 1986. As of today, 7750 Steam Engine with Tender is the most valuable 4.5V / 12V set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $6,957.
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