How many pieces and part types are in the train?

There are 253 pieces in 22 different part types. No minifigures are included.

Which colours are used?

Mainly red, light grey, blue and trans-clear pieces. The parts list shows the full breakdown.

Does it go with other 1964 sets?

Yes, it comes from the same period and combines nicely with sets such as the Town House or House with Garage to make a small town.

System

LEGO® Train

The 1964 Train is an early System classic with 253 pieces in 22 different parts. It combines a small vehicle with plenty of material for further building.

Set number: 323
Year: 1964
Pieces: 253
Minifigures: 0
Theme: System
Different parts: 38

What can I build with it?

Parts list 38

As BrickLink list (XML)

Import on BrickLink: Wanted → Upload, upload the file (or paste its content), pick a Wanted List and add the parts.

Description

An early railway set

Released in 1964, this set belongs to the first wave of themed System boxes. It contains 253 pieces spread across 22 unique parts, which is a sensible balance: enough variety to build a recognisable train, but not so much that the box feels overwhelming. There are no minifigures, so the train itself takes centre stage. For anyone who likes railways, it shows how early the idea of a brick-built locomotive was already part of the system.

Red, grey, blue and a touch of glass

The colour mix is bold. Red and blue provide the main accents, light grey forms a calm base, and trans-clear pieces stand in for windows or screens. Contrasts like these make the model easy to read on a table, which matters for a train, where engine, carriages and extras should stand apart from one another. The primary shades define the look of this era, and they still combine very well with modern bricks in a mixed collection.

Build it, play with it, display it

At 253 pieces the build fits into a single afternoon without being trivial. Afterwards the train can run through a play scene, perhaps beside the House with Garage or the Town House from the same year. Collectors will appreciate it as a display piece that shows early-1960s design: clean shapes, few details and plenty of imagination. If you prefer, build it by the instructions first and then start modifying individual carriages.

Reusing the parts

The complete parts list, all 22 types sorted by colour, is further down this page, so you can check an old copy for missing pieces. The “What can I build?” tool also shows which other models come within reach when these parts are added to your own stock. That way an old train becomes raw material for fresh ideas, and you never have to break up the original model to benefit from it.

FAQ

How many pieces and part types are in the train?: There are 253 pieces in 22 different part types. No minifigures are included.
Which colours are used?: Mainly red, light grey, blue and trans-clear pieces. The parts list shows the full breakdown.
Does it go with other 1964 sets?: Yes, it comes from the same period and combines nicely with sets such as the Town House or House with Garage to make a small town.

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