The scaled-down train will consist of 284 pieces, retail for $19.99, and be available from 1st January 2022.

This doesn’t follow the usual footsteps of the LEGO Creator and isn’t a 3-in-1 set, it does however feature an engine (front) and one carriage. The price isn’t too bad so picking up a few of these maybe the way forward to make a longer train.

This certainly isn’t what the LEGO Train fans wanted but we’ll take it!

Official description:

Train fans can create thrilling stories as they hurtle through cities and the countryside with this incredibly detailed High-Speed Train (40518). The train features 2 connected carriages, one of which contains the driver’s compartment and has a sloped front. A wonderful gift for kids aged 7 and up to proudly display or use to play out fast-paced adventures.

• Journey of a lifetime – take a trip onboard the LEGO® Creator High-Speed Train (40518), featuring 2 carriages, one of which has the driver’s compartment at the front
• For ages 7+ – This 284-piece model can be given as a gift for kids who love playing out fun stories with trains
• Create a mega-train – This 2-carriage set comes with stickers to decorate 4 separate carriages. Buy two sets and combine and decorate them to make an even bigger 4-carriage train