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Cargo Train

Cargo Train

4512-1·Trains·2003·3 minifigs·155 parts

Used Avg
$293.13
New Avg
$500.00
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About Cargo Train

Cargo Train (4512-1) is a LEGO Trains set released in 2003, currently averaging $293.13 used on BrickLink. It comes with 3 minifigures worth a combined $8.48. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 155 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 3% of this set's value ($8.48 out of $293.13). The bulk of the value is in the parts or the set being complete. Sell it as a complete set if possible.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $500.00 vs $293.13 used — a 71% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
  • This is a vintage set (2003). Condition of the box and instructions significantly affects value. A complete set with original box and instructions can sell for well above the average.

Minifigures in Cargo Train (3)

Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Moustache, Red Construction Helmet
Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Moustache, Red Construction Helmet
trn001$1.88
Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Beard Stubble, Red Construction Helmet
Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Beard Stubble, Red Construction Helmet
trn002$1.81
Engineer Max with Dark Gray Hands
Engineer Max with Dark Gray Hands
trn076$4.80

Parts (155)

Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane, Single Top Hole and Double Bottom Holes for Glass
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane, Single Top Hole and Double Bottom Holes for Glass
Black
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Green×6
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Dark Gray×4
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove
Black×2
Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners
Wedge, Plate 3 x 6 Cut Corners
Dark Gray
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Dark Gray×10
Tile 1 x 4 with 4 Red Stripes Pattern
Tile 1 x 4 with 4 Red Stripes Pattern
White×2
Tile 1 x 4 with Light Switch, 2 White Gauges and Train Throttle Pattern
Tile 1 x 4 with Light Switch, 2 White Gauges and Train Throttle Pattern
Dark Gray
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Tile, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle
Dark Gray×8
Brick, Modified 2 x 4 x 2 with Studs on Sides
Brick, Modified 2 x 4 x 2 with Studs on Sides
Black
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4
Black×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Pin Hole
Black×4
Plate 2 x 12
Plate 2 x 12
Black
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Light Gray×2
Technic, Pin with Short Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin with Short Friction Ridges
Black×5
Train, Track 9V Switch Point Right
Train, Track 9V Switch Point Right
Dark Gray
Train, Track 9V Straight
Train, Track 9V Straight
Dark Gray×3
Train Ground Throw / Track Switch 9V
Train Ground Throw / Track Switch 9V
Yellow
Train, Track 9V Curve
Train, Track 9V Curve
Dark Gray×17
Electric, Train Speed Regulator 9V
Electric, Train Speed Regulator 9V
Black
Train Motor 9V Decorative Side with Closed Hub Points
Train Motor 9V Decorative Side with Closed Hub Points
Black×2
Door Sliding - Type 2
Door Sliding - Type 2
Light Gray×4
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Green×8
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Grille / Fluted Profile
Dark Gray
Train Wheel RC, Holder with Black Train Wheel Pair on Chrome Silver Metal Axle with Slots (2878 / 2879c01)
Train Wheel RC, Holder with Black Train Wheel Pair on Chrome Silver Metal Axle with Slots (2878 / 2879c01)
Black×12
Electric, Train Light Prism 1 x 4
Electric, Train Light Prism 1 x 4
Trans-Red
Electric, Train Light Prism 1 x 4
Electric, Train Light Prism 1 x 4
Trans-Yellow
Train Coupling
Train Coupling
Black×8
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Dark Gray×4
Electric, Train Light Prism 1 x 4 Holder
Electric, Train Light Prism 1 x 4 Holder
Dark Gray×2
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
Dark Gray×2
Wheel  8mm D. x 9mm for Slicks, Hole Notched for Wheels Holder Pin
Wheel 8mm D. x 9mm for Slicks, Hole Notched for Wheels Holder Pin
Light Gray×2
Tire 14mm D. x 9mm Smooth Small Wide Slick
Tire 14mm D. x 9mm Smooth Small Wide Slick
Black×2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Red×4
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Dark Gray×16
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
Green×2
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
Dark Gray×6
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Yellow×2
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Green×6
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Dark Gray×7
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Green×3
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Dark Gray×7
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
Black
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Green×2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Black×4
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Green×4
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Light Gray×6
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Dark Gray×20
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Black×5
Slope, Inverted 45 6 x 4 Double with 4 x 4 Cutout
Slope, Inverted 45 6 x 4 Double with 4 x 4 Cutout
Black
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Dark Gray
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 4 x 6
Tan×2
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 4 x 6
Green
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 4 x 6
Dark Gray
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
Dark Gray
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
Black×2
Slope 45 2 x 4
Slope 45 2 x 4
Black
Bar   4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand)
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand)
Yellow×6
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger on Top
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger on Top
Dark Gray×2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Black
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
Yellow×4
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
Green×4
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
Black×5
Slope 45 2 x 4 Double
Slope 45 2 x 4 Double
Dark Gray×2
Slope, Curved 2 x 2 Lip
Slope, Curved 2 x 2 Lip
Yellow×2
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
Brown×6
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
Light Gray×15
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
Light Gray×2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Chrome Gold×3
Tile 1 x 2 with Gold 'FRANZ JÄGER', '2003', and Silver Numeric Keypad Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Gold 'FRANZ JÄGER', '2003', and Silver Numeric Keypad Pattern
Green×2
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Holes
Yellow×2
Wedge, Plate 4 x 6 Cut Corners
Wedge, Plate 4 x 6 Cut Corners
Dark Gray×2
Wedge, Plate 4 x 6 Cut Corners
Wedge, Plate 4 x 6 Cut Corners
Black×2
Arch 1 x 6
Arch 1 x 6
Black×4
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
Dark Gray×4
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
Dark Gray×6
Fence 1 x 4 x 1 Lattice
Fence 1 x 4 x 1 Lattice
Black×4
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Dark Gray×4
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Green×3
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Dark Gray×8
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Black×12
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Dark Gray×2
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Dark Gray×4
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Tan×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Green×3
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
Dark Gray×11
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
Dark Gray×4
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2
Trans-Brown
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Vehicle, Steering Stand 1 x 2 with Black Steering Wheel
Light Gray
Plate 2 x 10
Plate 2 x 10
Dark Gray
Minifigure, Utensil Cup
Minifigure, Utensil Cup
Yellow
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
White×3
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Light Gray
Plate 6 x 6
Plate 6 x 6
Dark Gray×3
Train Buffer Beam
Train Buffer Beam
Black×7
Train Bogie Plate (Tile, Modified 6 x 4 with 5mm Pin)
Train Bogie Plate (Tile, Modified 6 x 4 with 5mm Pin)
Black×5
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
White×3
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Red×3
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Green×3
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Green×6
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Trans-Red×3
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Trans-Yellow×3
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Yellow×2
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Yellow×6
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Black×12
Train Base 6 x 28 with 3 Round Holes Each End and 1 x 2 Cutouts
Train Base 6 x 28 with 3 Round Holes Each End and 1 x 2 Cutouts
Black
Tile, Round 2 x 2 with Fine Mesh Grille Manhole Cover Pattern
Tile, Round 2 x 2 with Fine Mesh Grille Manhole Cover Pattern
Light Gray×2
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
Dark Gray×4
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
Black×2
Door 1 x 4 x 5 Train Left, Thin Support at Bottom with Green Stripe, Train Logo and Rivets Pattern
Door 1 x 4 x 5 Train Left, Thin Support at Bottom with Green Stripe, Train Logo and Rivets Pattern
Dark Gray
Door 1 x 4 x 5 Train Right, Thin Support at Bottom with Green Stripe, Train Logo and Rivets Pattern
Door 1 x 4 x 5 Train Right, Thin Support at Bottom with Green Stripe, Train Logo and Rivets Pattern
Dark Gray
Glass for Train Door with Lip on Top and Bottom
Glass for Train Door with Lip on Top and Bottom
Trans-Brown×2
Vehicle, Mudguard 2 x 4 with Flared Wings
Vehicle, Mudguard 2 x 4 with Flared Wings
Yellow
Slope, Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 with 2 Studs and Curved Sides, Lip End
Slope, Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 with 2 Studs and Curved Sides, Lip End
Black×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Vents
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Vents
Dark Gray
Slope, Curved 6 x 1 with 2 Studs
Slope, Curved 6 x 1 with 2 Studs
Black
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Dark Gray×2
Technic, Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges
Technic, Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges
Light Gray×5
Slope 33 3 x 1
Slope 33 3 x 1
Black×2
Hinge Train Gate 2 x 4 Locking Dual 2 Fingers with Rear Reinforcements
Hinge Train Gate 2 x 4 Locking Dual 2 Fingers with Rear Reinforcements
Dark Gray×2
Panel 2 x 4 x 3 1/3 with Double Locking 2 Fingers Hinge
Panel 2 x 4 x 3 1/3 with Double Locking 2 Fingers Hinge
Yellow×2
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2
Light Gray×3
Hinge Tile 1 x 4 Locking Dual 1 Finger on Top
Hinge Tile 1 x 4 Locking Dual 1 Finger on Top
Black×4
Slope 33 6 x 6 Double (Train Roof)
Slope 33 6 x 6 Double (Train Roof)
Light Gray×4
Plate, Modified 1 x 8 with Door Rail
Plate, Modified 1 x 8 with Door Rail
Dark Gray×8
Sticker Sheet for Set 4512 - (47044/4201639)
Sticker Sheet for Set 4512 - (47044/4201639)
(Not Applicable)
Vehicle, Forklift Wide 1 x 2 Hinge Plate Locking Dual 2 Fingers with Spring Holder with Spring and Dark Gray Wide Forks Reinforced (4518b / bb0217 / 45707)
Vehicle, Forklift Wide 1 x 2 Hinge Plate Locking Dual 2 Fingers with Spring Holder with Spring and Dark Gray Wide Forks Reinforced (4518b / bb0217 / 45707)
Black
Wedge 4 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved
Wedge 4 x 4 x 2/3 Triple Curved
Black
Train Buffer Beam with Rectangular Buffers and Plow
Train Buffer Beam with Rectangular Buffers and Plow
Black×2
Cone 1 x 1
Cone 1 x 1
Dark Gray
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Yellow×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder
Light Gray
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane
Glass for Window 1 x 2 x 2 Plane
Trans-Brown
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Yellow×2
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Dark Gray×4
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Trans-Brown×2
Electric, Wire with Brick 2 x 2 x 2/3 Ends  20L
Electric, Wire with Brick 2 x 2 x 2/3 Ends 20L
Black
Electric, Train Track Contacts with Wire and 2 x 2 x 2/3 Brick
Electric, Train Track Contacts with Wire and 2 x 2 x 2/3 Brick
Dark Gray
Electric, Train Motor 9V with Wheels
Electric, Train Motor 9V with Wheels
Black
Wheel 11mm D. x 12mm, Hole Notched for Wheels Holder Pin
Wheel 11mm D. x 12mm, Hole Notched for Wheels Holder Pin
Light Gray×2
Tire 21mm D. x 12mm - Offset Tread Small Wide
Tire 21mm D. x 12mm - Offset Tread Small Wide
Black×2
Electric, Light Brick 1 x 2 with Lamp on Side (6034 / 6035)
Electric, Light Brick 1 x 2 with Lamp on Side (6034 / 6035)
White
Windscreen 5 x 2 x 1 2/3
Windscreen 5 x 2 x 1 2/3
Red×8
Slope, Curved 2 x 4 x 1 1/3 with 4 Recessed Studs
Slope, Curved 2 x 4 x 1 1/3 with 4 Recessed Studs
Dark Gray×2
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder Wide and Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Wheels Holder Wide and Hole
Black
Tile, Modified 4 x 4 with Studs on Edge
Tile, Modified 4 x 4 with Studs on Edge
Green
Door 1 x 2 x 3 with Vertical Handle
Door 1 x 2 x 3 with Vertical Handle
Dark Gray×8
Window 1 x 4 x 3 Train - 2 Hollow Studs and 2 Solid Studs
Window 1 x 4 x 3 Train - 2 Hollow Studs and 2 Solid Studs
Dark Gray×4
Windscreen 2 x 6 x 2 Train with Fixed Trans-Brown Glass
Windscreen 2 x 6 x 2 Train with Fixed Trans-Brown Glass
Dark Gray×2
Plate, Modified 4 x 8 with Studs in Center
Plate, Modified 4 x 8 with Studs in Center
Green
Plate, Modified 4 x 8 with Studs in Center
Plate, Modified 4 x 8 with Studs in Center
Black
Train Base 6 x 24 with 3 Round Holes Each End
Train Base 6 x 24 with 3 Round Holes Each End
Black×2
Tile 1 x 6
Tile 1 x 6
Black×2
Electric, Train Speed Regulator 9V Power Adapter 120V (North America, SAN TAI Version)
Electric, Train Speed Regulator 9V Power Adapter 120V (North America, SAN TAI Version)
Black
Magnet Cylindrical
Magnet Cylindrical
Black×8

Common questions about Cargo Train

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

Cargo Train sells for an average of $293.13 used and $500.00 new/sealed on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness — missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 4512-1?

This set includes 3 minifigures: Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Moustache, Red Construction Helmet ($1.88), Orange Vest with Safety Stripes - Blue Legs, Beard Stubble, Red Construction Helmet ($1.81), Engineer Max with Dark Gray Hands ($4.80). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $8.48. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Cargo Train?

The minifigures make up about 3% of the set value ($8.48 out of $293.13). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.

Is LEGO Cargo Train (4512-1) retired?

Yes, Cargo Train was released in 2003 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms. At its current price point, it has appreciated since retirement.

How do I check if my Cargo Train set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 3 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.

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