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LEGO 136 Tanker Wagon is a vintage Trains set from 1975 valued at $206 for new and sealed sets, up 10804% from an original retail price of $1.89. Annual appreciation has averaged 9.61% since release. On the used market, values range from $26 to $38 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Tanker Wagon since May 1975. Medium accuracy
LEGO 136-1 Tanker Wagon is a Trains 4.5V/12V set released in 1975, containing 83 pieces. It builds a yellow Shell-branded tanker rail car with stickered Shell logos, designed as rolling stock for LEGO’s 4.5V/12V train system of the classic era. The model features a cylindrical tank mounted on a wagon chassis with train wheels and couplings for integration with other contemporaneous train sets.

A new and sealed Tanker Wagon is currently valued at around $206, with annual growth of approximately 10%, which is higher than other 4.5V / 12V sets. The average used price is $31 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $224 within the next year.
Tanker Wagon is a relatively rare vintage set. We have not seen set 136-1 for sale in primary or secondary markets for over 6 months. Its market value is likely somewhat higher than our estimate. The last brand new Tanker Wagon was sold on eBay.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 136 Tanker Wagon at this time.
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For Sale (Used)

 (DE) Used - Original old bricks in a nice condition. No instructions, or box. $24.08
(US) Used - eBay listing for 136 Tanker Wagon $27.27
(NL) Used - Opgebouwd in alternatieve verpakking zonder instructieboekje $27.55
(NL) Used - 100% complete, NO BOX, 100% genuine parts in perfect condition, instructions i... $29.27
(NL) Used - 100% complete with instructions. No box. Very good condition, especially for i... $34.69
(SI) Used - In very good condition Comes with very nice instructions. Includes front of th... $40.08

Sets in Trains / 4.5V / 12V

182 Train Set with Motor

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%

133 Locomotive

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1975
Pieces 87
Availability Retired
133 LEGO Trains Locomotive
Retail $2.89
Value $733.26
Growth  +25272.3%
Annual growth 11.5%

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%

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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Tanker Wagon Reviews

31 reviews
4.8
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“The Lego 136 Tanker Wagon is a really nice addition to the train accessories. Right off the bat, I would like to say that after this set the extra train wagons that were sold separated look a lot better from their older counter part. The Tanker includes 83 pieces, and I... More assume is an advertisement the “Shell” oil company, which Lego did a lot of promotional Lego sets for the shell company.”
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BrickEconomy Member Review
“The Shell Tanker Wagon (Set 136) from 1975 is a vintage LEGO train car with a simple but effective design. Built mostly from standard bricks with a few printed Shell logos, it captures a nostalgic look despite its small 81-piece count. This set is a solid example of early LEGO trains.”
 

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.
Summary
Trains 4.5V / 12V Tanker Wagon set 136 was released in May 1975, retailing for $2, but has since been retired. New, unopened Tanker Wagon sets are valued at $206, while used sets can be found for $31.
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