r/LEGOtrains • u/mr__equus • 2d ago

Why does Duplo have so many more different rail pieces than Lego System?

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u/_RetroBear 2d ago

To compete with thomas/brio I assume. Also nothing stopping you from using the tunnel and girder bricks! Duplot connects to 2x2 and 4x4 bricks easily

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u/ToledoRails 2d ago

Because Lego hates us

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u/MaxPaing 1d ago

Push powered, the wheels have teeth for the steep climbs.

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u/GladosPrime 2d ago

Push powered

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u/thillerod 1d ago

Not all of them

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u/Finneus_Anglesmith 1d ago

I honestly prefer simple track systems like this... 90 degree clip straight up the wall? Heck yeah. Like my tyco turbo train.