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LEGO Cargo Train (4512-1)

The Cargo Train (4512-1) is a LEGO 9V set that was released in June 2003 and retired in December 2005 with a shelf life of 2 years and 6 months 30 days.

This LEGO set has 544 pieces and had a RRP of $139.99 (£99.99 / -) which equates to a price per piece of 0.26c (0.18p / 0.00€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 252.6% and now has a value of $493.60 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.

Price over time

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Month Avg Price Sales
Jul 22 $653.03 1
Aug 22 $593.34 1
Sep 22 $549.46 0
Oct 22 $505.57 1
Nov 22 $770.64 1
Dec 22 $512.59 1
Jan 23 $617.92 1
Feb 23 $626.69 0
Mar 23 $635.47 0
Apr 23 $644.25 0
May 23 $653.03 0
Jun 23 $661.80 0
Jul 23 $670.58 0
Aug 23 $679.36 0
Sep 23 $691.65 2
Oct 23 $667.07 0
Nov 23 $642.49 0
Dec 23 $617.92 0
Jan 24 $593.34 0
Feb 24 $570.52 1
Mar 24 $588.07 0
Apr 24 $605.63 0
May 24 $623.18 0
Jun 24 $640.74 0
Jul 24 $658.29 0
Aug 24 $675.85 0
Sep 24 $688.14 1
Oct 24 $631.96 0
Nov 24 $575.79 1
Dec 24 $603.87 0
Jan 25 $630.21 1
Feb 25 $679.36 0
Mar 25 $728.51 2
Apr 25 $754.84 0
May 25 $781.17 0
Jun 25 $807.51 1
Jul 25 $710.96 0
Aug 25 $614.41 1
Sep 25 $623.18 0
Oct 25 $631.96 0
Nov 25 $640.74 0
Dec 25 $649.52 0
Jan 26 $654.78 1

Minifigures

This set contains 3 minifigures with a combined value of $41.96. None of the minifigures in this set are exclusive, meaning they all appear in other LEGO sets.

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Monthly sales

We have recorded 17 sales of the Cargo Train set since Jul 22. The chart below shows the number of recorded sales per month, which can help indicate the popularity and availability of this set on the secondary market.

Value breakdown

The current value of Cargo Train is $493.60

The 3 minifigures in this set make up 8% of the total set value.

The Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Beard Stubble, Red Construction Helmet minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 6% of the set value .

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Set details

Name: Cargo Train

Theme: 9V

Sub Theme: World City

Set number: 4512-1

Status: Retired

Retired for: 20 years, 4 months

Pieces: 544

Minifigures: 3

Released:
US Flag Jun 1, 2003
UK Flag Jun 1, 2003
EU Flag Jun 1, 2003
Retired:
US Flag Dec 31, 2005
UK Flag Dec 31, 2005
EU Flag Dec 31, 2005

Shelf life: 2 years, 7 months

RRP:
US Flag $139.99
GB Flag £99.99
EU Flag -€
PPP:
US Flag 0.257c
GB Flag 0.184p
EU Flag -

Set value

Confidence: Medium

Current value: $493.60

Increase from RRP: 252.6%

Yearly ROI: 12.4%

Where to buy

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Minifigures

Most expensive:
Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Beard Stubble, Red Construction Helmet
Least expensive:
Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Moustache, Red Construction Helmet
% of set value:
8%

Set colors

The Cargo Train has 544 pieces and is ranked 2170 on the list of biggest LEGO sets ever made.

The most common colour in this set is Dark Gray

The most common part in this set is Plate 1 x 2

Stats

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2170th biggest LEGO set ever made
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13th biggest LEGO 9V set
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507th most valuable LEGO set
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16th most valuable LEGO 9V set

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the LEGO Cargo Train (4512-1) worth?

The LEGO Cargo Train is currently worth $493.60 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $139.99.

How many pieces are in the LEGO Cargo Train?

The LEGO Cargo Train (4512-1) contains 544 pieces, making it the 2170th biggest LEGO set ever made.

Is the LEGO Cargo Train retired?

Yes, the LEGO Cargo Train has been retired. It was retired in December 2005 and is no longer available from LEGO directly. You can find it on the secondary market through sites like BrickLink and eBay.

How many minifigures are in the LEGO Cargo Train?

The LEGO Cargo Train contains 3 minifigures. The minifigures include: Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Beard Stubble, Red Construction Helmet, Engineer Max with Dark Gray Hands, Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Moustache, Red Construction Helmet.

When was the LEGO Cargo Train released?

The LEGO Cargo Train (4512-1) was released in June 2003 as part of the 9V theme.

Is the LEGO Cargo Train a good investment?

Since retirement, the LEGO Cargo Train has increased in value by 252.6% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 12.4%.

Price data last updated: Jan 26

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