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product_id: 326218723
title: "Melissa & Doug Take-Along Railroad – 17-Piece Wooden Train Set with Built-In Play Surface & Storage Case – Educational Fine Motor Skills, Imaginative Play & Travel Toy for Kids Ages 3+ | MD30140"
brand: "melissa & doug"
price: "R3076"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/326218723-melissa-and-doug-take-along-railroad-17-piece-wooden-train
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 17-piece wooden train set Boosts creativity & problem-solving Compact & travel-ready design Melissa & Doug Take-Along Railroad – 17-Piece Wooden Train Set with Built-In Play Surface & Storage Case – Educational Fine Motor Skills, Imaginative Play & Travel Toy for Kids Ages 3+ | MD30140

**Brand:** melissa & doug
**Price:** R3076
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 All aboard the creativity express – where playtime meets next-level skill-building!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Melissa & Doug Take-Along Railroad – 17-Piece Wooden Train Set with Built-In Play Surface & Storage Case – Educational Fine Motor Skills, Imaginative Play & Travel Toy for Kids Ages 3+ | MD30140 by melissa & doug
- **How much does it cost?** R3076 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/326218723-melissa-and-doug-take-along-railroad-17-piece-wooden-train)

## Best For

- melissa & doug enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Travel-Ready Fun:** Compact folding design keeps every piece organized and ready for on-the-go creativity anywhere, anytime.
- • **Screen-Free Engagement:** Perfect gift for kids 3+, offering hours of educational, hands-on play that parents love and kids crave.
- • **Safe, Durable & Stylish:** Premium wood with smooth edges and non-toxic paints ensures safe, long-lasting fun for your little conductor.
- • **All-in-One Adventure Kit:** 17 handcrafted wooden pieces including engine, cars, tracks & accessories, all in a sleek built-in storage case.
- • **Ignite Imagination & Skills:** Encourages storytelling, fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and cognitive growth through open-ended play.

## Overview

Melissa & Doug’s Take-Along Railroad is a 17-piece wooden train set designed for kids 3 and up, featuring a built-in play surface and storage case. Crafted from high-quality wood with non-toxic paints, it promotes fine motor skills, imaginative play, and problem-solving. Its compact, foldable design makes it perfect for travel, providing screen-free, educational entertainment that supports early childhood development.

## Description

Increasingly, doctors and child development experts around the world are recognising the value of hands-on, imaginative play.
Research shows play promotes self-confidence, social and cognitive skills, resilience, and more.
And it is these skills that are crucial building blocks for success and personal fulfilment in adulthood.

## Features

- 🚂 Includes 17 wooden pieces, including a train engine, cars, track sections, and accessories, all stored in a built-in wooden case with a colorful play surface.
- 🧠 Encourages imaginative storytelling, problem-solving, and creativity through open-ended train adventures at home or on the go.
- 🤲 Supports fine motor skill development, hand-eye coordination, and spatial awareness as children connect tracks and move trains along the route.
- 🌈 Crafted from high-quality wood with smooth edges and non-toxic paints for safe, durable, and long-lasting play.
- ✈️ Compact design with built-in storage makes it perfect for travel, keeping all pieces neatly organized between playtimes.
- 🎁 Ideal gift for birthdays or holidays, offering hours of engaging, screen-free entertainment for train-loving kids ages 3 and up.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Age Range Description | Children/Juvenile |
| Asin | B07KBQJV5H |
| Assembly Time | 5 Days |
| Base Material | wood |
| Battery Weight | 1 Ounces |
| Best Sellers Rank | #22,051 in Toys (See Top 100 in Toys) #49 in Kids' Trains & Railed Vehicle Playsets |
| Brand Name | Melissa & Doug |
| Collection Name | Melissa & Doug |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | Manual/Hand Control |
| Controller Type | manual/hand control |
| Country Of Publication | China |
| Cpsia Cautionary Statement | No Warning Applicable |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (5,422) 4.8 out of 5 stars |
| Educational Objective | Animal Recognition, Motor Skill |
| Fit Type | freestanding |
| Frame Material Type | Wood |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00000772301404 |
| Included Components | case, 4 wooden vehicles, bridge, mountain tunnel, gondola, buildings, trees, animals, railroad crossing sign |
| Includes Rechargeable Battery | No |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Inner Material | Wood |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Is Electric | No |
| Item Dimensions | 7 x 39.1 x 27.3 centimeters |
| Item Shape | rectangular prism |
| Item Type Name | Developmental Toys |
| Item Weight | 9 Grams |
| Lithium Battery Weight | 1 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Melissa & Doug |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 30140 |
| Manufacturer Recommended Age | 36 months - 3 years |
| Material Type | Wood |
| Minimum Age Recomendation | 36 |
| Model Name | 30140 |
| Model Number | 30140 |
| Not For Kids | No |
| Number Of Items | 17 |
| Number Of Packs | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Number Of Players | 1 |
| Occasion | Birthday, Christmas, Hanukkah |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Other Special Features Of The Product | Folding, Portable |
| Outer Material | Wooden |
| Pattern | Tabletop toy |
| Power Plug Type | No Plug |
| Power Source | Non-Powered |
| Product Style | Railroad |
| Rail Guage | Standard Gauge |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Homepage |
| Remote Included | No |
| Scale | G scale |
| Set Name | Portable Railway |
| Size | 1 EA |
| Skill Level | Beginner |
| Sub Brand | Doug |
| Subject Character | Animals |
| Theme | Train |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Upc | 000772301404 |

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What are the dimensions of this when it's folded? The specs are unclear whether the dimensions are folded or unfolded.**
A: Hi Molly! When folded, this fabulous set is 15.25" x 10.25" x 2.5". Fully open, it is 15.25" x 20.5" x 2.5". Get on board for LOTS of fun wherever you go!

**Q: where is this toy made?   What country?**
A: I just checked ours and it states “Made in China.”

**Q: Is this compatible with Thomas the train wooden cars?**
A: Yes, it is. My grandson has Thomas and others and spends hours with his train sets.

**Q: Would  this toy be suitable for an 18month old?  Thanks**
A: I feel like it would be a good toy to grow with them. And get you set up for a long time my three-year-old son loved it

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for train enthusiast kids and train curious kids alike!
*by  on Reviewed in the United States 25 June 2026*

If you have a toddler or preschooler who loves trains and already has trains, this is still a GREAT product! My son will mix and match with other trains from ikea or even the random train toy we buy on our travels, and it works great on this little tabletop. Very vibrant, lots of story telling possibilities here. Feels like I will have this thing in 20 years and ask my son “hey do you want this? I don’t need this anymore, please just take it!”I will say it is very heavy. Pro to it being heavy is that they don’t move it very easily on the ground. Con to it being heavy is it can be a little bit of a safety hazard if your little one is getting a little too excited on a table (watch out toes!) or if your little one INSISTS they MUST carry it. This will hurt your foot, their foot, baby brother’s foot if it’s dropped. Just.. watch your toes if you’re not the one handling it and it’s not on the ground lol. May be a slight pro if you’re ever dealing with a robbery, just swing this thing at them.Overall, I do not regret buying this one!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A safe and fun toy.
*by  on Reviewed in Singapore 26 April 2022*

My grandkid likes the new toy. The design is neat as you can bring it about in a box. Sturdy wooden parts are safe for young children too.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Railroad
*by  on Reviewed in Australia 8 March 2024*

Perfect for kids to take track on the go, plenty of storage

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-09-27*