LEGO 171 Train Set without Motor is a vintage Trains set from 1972 valued at $295 for new and sealed sets, up 3054% from an original retail price of $9.35. Annual appreciation has averaged 4.16% since release. On the used market, values range from $50 to $63 based on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Train Set without Motor since December 2016. High accuracy
LEGO 171-1 Train Set without Motor is a Trains set in the 4.5V / 12V subtheme released in 1972, containing 147 pieces. The set builds a small tank locomotive with three cars: a gondola, a tipper wagon, and a flat car carrying a brick load, along with a circle of blue track. It also includes stickers for the locomotive, including an engine emblem and a 171 sticker. The instructions describe how the train could be converted to a motorized model by adding a battery car and motor from other 4.5V-era sets.

A new and sealed Train Set without Motor is currently valued at around $295, with annual growth of approximately 3%, which is lower than other 4.5V / 12V sets. The average used price is $52 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $307 within the next year.
It has been a few months since we last saw 171 Train Set without Motor available in either primary or secondary markets. Its true value may be slightly higher than our current estimate. The last brand new Train Set without Motor was sold on eBay.

For Sale (New/Sealed)

There are currently no new/sealed listings available for 171 Train Set without Motor at this time.

For Sale (Used)

(ES) Used - 100% complete, No box or instructions.The train bricks are in good condition. ... $46.26
(US) Used - eBay listing for 171 Train Set without Motor $46.78
(NL) Used - Complete with instructions (tape) and puncholes). No box. Condition 3/5 $47.25
(NL) Used - 100% complete with instructions (Punchole). No box. Included train rails. Nice... $47.25
(FR) Used - 100 % complete with instructions. No box. Do not hesitate to ask for pics. $50.00
(NL) Used - 100% complete and in great condition, with original instructions unfortunately... $56.00

Sets in Trains / 4.5V / 12V

180 4.5V Train with 5 Wagons

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1972
Pieces 228
Availability Retired
180 LEGO 4.5V Train with 5 Wagons
Retail $6.50
Value $1,872.69
Growth  +28710.6%
Annual growth 11.1%

724 12v Diesel Locomotive with Crane Wagon and Tipper Wagon

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1972
Pieces 155
Availability Retired
724 LEGO Trains 12v Diesel Locomotive with Crane Wagon and Tipper Wagon
Retail $29.99
Value $1,370.72
Growth  +4470.6%
Annual growth 7.3%

181 Train Set with Motor, Signals and Shunting Switch

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1972
Pieces 148
Availability Retired
181 LEGO Train Set with Motor, Signals and Shunting Switch
Retail $22.50
Value $1,204.03
Growth  +5251.2%
Annual growth 7.7%

170 Push-Along Play Train

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1972
Pieces 93
Availability Retired
170 LEGO Push-Along Play Train
Retail $5.25
Value $250.41
Growth  +4669.7%
Annual growth 7.5%

131 Passenger Coach

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1972
Pieces 67
Availability Retired
131 LEGO Trains Passenger Coach
Retail $3.19
Value $336.80
Growth  +10458.0%
Annual growth 9.0%

132-2 Port Crane and Flat Waggon

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1972
Pieces 60
Availability Retired
132-2 LEGO Trains Port Crane and Flat Waggon
Retail $3.49
Value $344.64
Growth  +9775.1%
Annual growth 8.9%

130 Double Tipper Wagon

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1972
Pieces 20
Availability Retired
130 LEGO Trains Double Tipper Wagon
Retail $2.89
Value $189.34
Growth  +6451.6%
Annual growth 8.1%

161 Battery Wagon

Theme / Subtheme Trains / 4.5V / 12V
Year 1972
Pieces 8
Availability Retired
161 LEGO Trains Battery Wagon
Retail $5.89
Value $140.62
Growth  +2287.4%
Annual growth 6.1%