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product_id: 630426324
title: "Trains - Daylight Special - Ready to Run Electric Train Set - HO Scale 0.5 Liter"
brand: "bachmann"
price: "€ 949.50"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Bachmann"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/630426324-trains-daylight-special-ready-to-run-electric-train-set-ho
store_origin: IE
region: Ireland
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# Interior lighting in cars 4-8-4 GS-4 steam locomotive 81" x 45" oval E-Z track Trains - Daylight Special - Ready to Run Electric Train Set - HO Scale 0.5 Liter

**Brand:** bachmann
**Price:** € 949.50
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 Ignite your nostalgia with the Daylight Special – where history meets your desk!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Trains - Daylight Special - Ready to Run Electric Train Set - HO Scale 0.5 Liter by bachmann
- **How much does it cost?** € 949.50 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/630426324-trains-daylight-special-ready-to-run-electric-train-set-ho)

## Best For

- bachmann enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted bachmann brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ready-to-Run Convenience:** Out-of-the-box operation with easy 30-minute assembly and included power pack.
- • **Immersive Interior Lighting:** Step inside the 85ft coach and observation cars illuminated for a realistic journey.
- • **Perfect HO Scale Starter Set:** Compact 81" x 45" oval track fits any space, ideal for beginners and collectors alike.
- • **Vibrant Pacific Coast Sunset Colors:** Streamlined design in striking orange, white, and red to turn heads on your layout.
- • **Iconic Southern Pacific GS-4 Locomotive:** Experience the golden age of rail with authentic smoke and running headlight effects.

## Overview

The Bachmann Daylight Special HO Scale Electric Train Set features a detailed Southern Pacific GS-4 4-8-4 steam locomotive with smoke and headlight effects, complemented by three illuminated passenger cars. The set includes an 81" x 45" oval E-Z track with power pack and speed controller, designed for quick 30-minute assembly. Its vibrant Pacific coast sunset color scheme and realistic details make it a standout collectible and beginner-friendly model train experience.

## Description

Product Description SPECIAL DAYLIGHT - Ready to Run Electric Train Set - HO Scale. There are few trains more evocative of the golden age of the railroad than the daylight of the South Pacific. Showing vibrant hues of orange, white and red, evoking a Pacific coast sunset, the streamlined Daylight operated express services between Los Angeles and San Francisco, while locomotives carrying the same scheme could be found across Southern Pacific™ rails, from Portland, Oregon, to New Orleans, Louisiana. With the Daylight Special set you can relive the glorious era of Western aerodynamic steam in HO scale. Features include: Southern Pacific™ GS-4 4-8-4 steam locomotive with smoke and running headlight, 72' plain side luggage car, 85' plain side coach with interior lighting, 85" x 45" oval snap-on E-Z track smooth side observation car, power pack and speed controller, manual illustrated Directions Assemble the train set by following the illustrated instruction manual. The estimated assembly time is 30 minutes.

Review: Runs great and I love it. I would highly recommend it
Review: Nice looking, disaster to use and Run, it was railing off all the time.

## Features

- Complete Ready to Run Passenger Train Set
- Powered by a Southern Pacific GS-4 4-8-4 steam locomotive with smoke and running headlight
- INCLUDES - 72ft luggage car, 85ft smooth side trainer with interior lighting, 85ft soft side observation car with interior lighting
- 81" x 45" Oval Push Fit E-Z Track Power Pack and Speed Controller
- HO Scale 1:87

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B4GM9PZH |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Assembly Instructions Description | Illustrated |
| Assembly Time | 30 Minutes |
| Base Material | Plastic, Metal |
| Battery Description | No batteries required |
| Brand Name | Bachmann |
| CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable |
| Collection Name | HO Scale Model Trains |
| Colour | Prototypical Colors |
| Compatibility Options | Bachmann E-Z Track HO System |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | Corded |
| Controller Type | corded |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (37) |
| Educational Objective | History, spatial awareness, concentration, dexterity |
| Fit Type | Pre-assembled |
| Frame Material Type | Metal |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00022899007762 |
| Included Components | DAYLIGHT SPECIAL - Ready to Run Electric Train Set - HO Scale |
| Inner Material | Plastic and metal. |
| Is Assembly Required | Yes |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Item Dimensions | 2.06 x 1.14 x 0.06 metres |
| Item Shape | train set |
| Item Type Name | Starter Set |
| Item Weight | 454 g |
| Manufacturer | Bachmann |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 776 |
| Material Type | Plastic Metal |
| Maximum Age Recommendation | 36 |
| Minimum Age Recomendation | 168 |
| Model Name | 776 |
| Model Number | 776 |
| Not for Kids | No |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Occasion | Birthday, Children's Day |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Portable |
| Outer Material | cardboard |
| Pattern | Streamlined design with vibrant hues of orange, white and red, evoking a Pacific coast sunset |
| Power Plug Type | No Plug |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Style | Modern |
| Rail Guage | HO |
| Rechargeable Batteries Included? | No |
| Remote Included | No |
| Scale | HO |
| Set Name | Daylight Special |
| Size | 0.5 Liters |
| Skill Level | Beginner |
| Theme | Hobby |
| UPC | 022899007762 |
| Unit Count | 29.5735 millilitre |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by V***E on 9 December 2025*

Runs great and I love it. I would highly recommend it

### ⭐⭐ Review
*by C***O on 6 January 2026*

Nice looking, disaster to use and Run, it was railing off all the time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***E on 28 December 2025*

The southern pacific daylight is a cool train but the locomotive derails a lot so 4/5 stars

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*Store origin: IE*
*Last updated: 2026-04-23*