Is the Cargo Train motorised?

Yes, the locomotive is built to take a motor and receiver, letting the train run independently on the included track rather than being pushed by hand.

How many pieces does the set include?

It contains 1,226 pieces across 391 distinct part types, plus 6 minifigures for play around and inside the train.

What colours stand out in the model?

Dark bluish grey, black and light bluish grey dominate the locomotive and track, with green appearing as an accent on one cargo wagon.

Trains

Cargo Train

The Cargo Train is one of the larger LEGO® City railway sets, built for actual running rather than static display. With 1,226 pieces spread across a locomotive, several wagons and an oval of track, it forms a self-contained freight operation ready for repeated play.

Set number: 60198
Year: 2018
Pieces: 1,226
Minifigures: 6
Theme: Trains
Different parts: 391

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 391

As BrickLink list (XML)

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

Spare parts (27)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Minifigures 6

Forklift Driver - Orange Vest, Dark Blue Legs, Red Helmet fig-0047434 pieces × 1
Criminal, Open Black Jacket over Prison Shirt, Dark Bluish Grey Legs, Black Hat, Stubble fig-0047444 pieces × 1
Security Officer - Bullet-Proof Vest, Dark Green Legs, Cap fig-0047454 pieces × 1
Train Driver - Orange Vest, Olive Green Legs, Red Cap fig-0047464 pieces × 1
Train Driver - Orange Vest, Olive Green Legs, Red Helmet, Female fig-0047474 pieces × 1
Train Worker - Orange Vest, Dark Blue Legs, Light Yellow Hair, Female fig-0047484 pieces × 1

Alternative models

Fan models by Rebrickable users that you can build (mostly) from this set’s parts. Instructions are available from the designers.

All 9 ideas at Rebrickable ↗

What can I build with it?

Description

Built to run, not just to sit on a shelf

The locomotive is specifically designed to house a motor and receiver, and the layout includes a full oval of track along with several cargo wagons. That makes assembly a bit more involved than a straightforward brick-by-brick build, since couplings between wagons, the drivetrain and the track joints all need to line up correctly for the train to run smoothly around the loop. It suits builders who already have some experience with larger vehicle or train sets, and the parts list below shows exactly which track pieces and switches are included, useful for anyone planning to extend the layout later.

A muted, functional colour palette

Dark bluish grey and black form the technical backbone of the locomotive and chassis, light bluish grey covers the track, windows and much of the detailing, and green appears as a deliberate accent on one of the cargo wagons, hinting at the type of goods it is meant to carry. That mix is typical of LEGO City freight sets and yields plenty of neutral-toned Technic pieces and track sections that are equally useful for custom vehicle or railway builds well beyond this particular set, including a home-built shunting yard or matching extra wagons.

Six minifigures for the whole operation

Six minifigures come with the set, enough to staff loading duties, the driver's cab and a small station scene all at the same time – noticeably more than smaller train sets in the same price range typically include. That makes it a reasonable pick for collectors who want extra figures for a wider city or railway diorama without necessarily needing the cargo wagons themselves, since the minifigures slot easily into other LEGO City builds as conductors, drivers or station staff.

391 distinct parts to draw on

Across 1,226 pieces, the set includes 391 distinct part types, covering Technic elements, track sections, windows, cargo decking and coupling pieces. Anyone hunting for a specific piece, such as a particular track connector, roof slope or the distinctive train wheels, will find the full parts list with exact colours and quantities further down this page, making it easy to spot what a custom railway project might still be missing before buying spares elsewhere or hunting through other sets.

FAQ

Is the Cargo Train motorised?: Yes, the locomotive is built to take a motor and receiver, letting the train run independently on the included track rather than being pushed by hand.
How many pieces does the set include?: It contains 1,226 pieces across 391 distinct part types, plus 6 minifigures for play around and inside the train.
What colours stand out in the model?: Dark bluish grey, black and light bluish grey dominate the locomotive and track, with green appearing as an accent on one cargo wagon.