LEGO Super Mario Bowser Express Train 71437 – 1,392-Piece Building Set (Ages 9+)

Overview

Step into a high-energy LEGO Super Mario adventure with the Bowser Express Train set. This 1,392-piece build invites kids ages 9 and up to recreate chase scenes, bold battles, and triumphant journeys through a vivid LEGO world. The model blends locomotive detail with kid-friendly play features, encouraging creativity without locking you into a single script. The Bowser Express makes a striking centerpiece on a shelf and an exciting playground for imagination.

What’s included

• The Bowser Express train with a lever-operated spinning platform
• A handcar for quick chases and daring escapes
• Two train stations and a passenger car with a removable roof
• A Super Star Block and a ? Block to spark special moments
• Six LEGO Super Mario figures: Hammer Bro, Boom Boom, 2 Goombas, and 2 Para-Biddybuds

With room to add LEGO Mario, Luigi, or Peach figures (not included), kids can tailor the action to their stories. The set also plays nicely with other LEGO Super Mario collections for expanded adventures and bigger layouts.

Play features and interactive ideas

• Push the lever to rotate the locomotive’s spinning platform for dynamic scenes
• Chase the train on the handcar and outwit approaching enemies
• Trigger the cannon wagon’s spring-loaded shooter to create dramatic moments
• Drive Bowser’s Express to a station and hear optional horn sounds to mark the finale

The companion LEGO Super Mario app provides building instructions and creative tips, while offering ideas to expand the world with additional sets. The app also helps navigate device compatibility for a smooth digital experience.

Build quality and play value

• Large scale: the train measures over 8.5 in (22 cm) high, 26.5 in (68 cm) long and 4.5 in (12 cm) wide
• Detailed design with multiple play pathways supports solo or social play
• Encourages storytelling, problem-solving, and collaborative building without guarantees

Whether used for fast-paced chase sequences or creative display, this set invites repeat builds and evolving narratives that can grow with other LEGO Super Mario pieces.