# Bachmann Trains Thomas & Friends Toby HO Tram Engine with Moving Eyes

Bachmann Trains Toby is an HO-scale Thomas & Friends tram engine with moving eyes, metal wheels and international-style hook-and-loop couplers. It is described as a push-operated indoor train, while the listing also says it runs on HO-scale track, so buyers should distinguish hand-pushing from powered layout use.

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- Market: AU
- Language: en-AU
- Currency: AUD
- Brand: Bachmann Trains
- Model: Toby
- Category: Toys & Games > Toys > Toy Vehicles
- Price: 134.92 AUD
- Previous price: 159.10 AUD
- Discount: 15%
- Price checked: 2026-11-13T12:08:31.874Z
- Rating: 4.5 / 5
- Reviews: 91

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## At a glance

- Moving eyes and detailed Toby character styling are aimed at Thomas & Friends collectors and layout users.
- Metal wheels and international-style hook-and-loop couplers are specified for use with HO-scale track.
- The listing describes push operation and also says the engine runs on HO track. Confirm the intended operating setup if powered running is important.

## Pros

- HO scale and specified hook-and-loop couplers make the engine a potential fit for compatible layouts.
- The stated 15-inch-or-greater curve guidance gives buyers a concrete track-layout constraint.
- No batteries or assembly are specified as necessary.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: Bachmann Industries Inc.
- Model: Toby
- Scale: HO
- Model number: 58747
- Vehicle type: Train
- Material: Plastic
- Colour: Black
### Operation and compatibility
- Operation mode: Push
- Track compatibility: Runs on HO Scale Track
- Recommended curves: Performs best on 15" radius curves or greater
- Wheels: Metal wheels
- Couplers: International style hook and loop couplers
- Indoor or outdoor use: Indoor
- Batteries required: No
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions listed: 41 x 165 x 180 millimetres
- Weight listed: 0.4 Pounds
### Age and quantity
- Recommended age: 8 - 10 years
- Age range description: Adult
- Number of items: 1

## Before you buy

- The listing describes Toby as push-operated but also says it runs on HO-scale track. Treat the operating method as unclear and confirm whether the selected version is intended for hand-pushing or powered operation before purchase. The listed dimensions and weight are retained as supplied and may merit checking if they affect fit.

## In the box

- Thomas & Friends Toby the Tram Engine with Moving Eyes (Included)

## A good fit for

- Thomas & Friends fans collecting Bachmann HO-scale characters.
- Model railway users whose track and curves match the stated HO-scale and 15-inch-or-greater radius guidance.
- Buyers who want a single-character train vehicle without battery operation or assembly.

## Less suited to

- Buyers seeking a complete powered train set, since the supplied contents list names only Toby and does not identify track or a power controller.
- Layouts with curves tighter than the stated 15-inch radius guidance.
- Buyers who need the engine's powered-running behaviour confirmed before purchase.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback describes the toy's quality positively and says it matches its description, while reports on motor performance are mixed, with some saying it runs well and others reporting poor performance. This matters especially if powered layout running is the goal, since the listing itself describes push operation as well as HO-track use. Aggregate ratings lean positive overall, but they do not resolve those differing motor experiences.
- Positive themes: Customers describe the toy's quality positively and say it is as described.
- Mixed feedback: Customer feedback is mixed on motor performance, with both positive and poor-performance reports.

## Frequently asked questions

### What scale is Bachmann Toby?
The listing specifies HO scale and says the engine runs on HO-scale track.
### Does Toby need batteries?
The listing says batteries are not required and none are included.
### What track curves does it suit?
The listed guidance says it performs best on curves with a 15-inch radius or greater.
### Does the package include track or power equipment?
The explicit contents entry names Toby only. It does not list track, a controller or power equipment.

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## Images

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![Bachmann Trains Thomas & Friends Toby HO Tram Engine with Moving Eyes — 3](https://aussiedealscout.com/i/JxNi-BMLhC5YzqI0_YRosnilh_1BQXxTMoYVOwzWvzJPeC2u18bpjSWUDcWBBSnsTMV6xpH6V7cUt1jxi67BobjnEdbCM66oeCo7kslaCqnyd0ZSdMkeRzNk.jpg)

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![Bachmann Trains Thomas & Friends Toby HO Tram Engine with Moving Eyes — 5](https://aussiedealscout.com/i/AMGGtHqnBrvY6blkU7_Fzj7_rqtBkkre8LrkD9HjF1j2Yo6luBofsI-L1cpjubqPIZiuFGxoG_04yp0T4AZgLl7SRbsxXwiYeNdsb2ys4pwtiIma_zyuqwh2.jpg)