In the early 20th century, having your photo taken beside a steam locomotive was practically a social announcement. Travel was a treat, cameras were rare, and people didn’t just dress up for the journey… they dressed up for the camera. A single snapshot by the train quietly said: “Look who's traveling in style.” And those locomotives? They were more like cozy boutique hotels on wheels than mere machines. The Grand Traveler 246 brings that warm railway nostalgia straight to your workshop — a refined, retro DIY model, ready to assemble. Enjoy the craft, enjoy the moment!

Grand Traveler 246: what's inside the kit

Get ready to DIY the iconic hero of a bygone railway era — a realistic wooden locomotive with impressive attention to detail. The Grand Traveler comes with 410 precisely cut pieces and a rubber band motor that can propel it up to 6 meters across a smooth surface. To set it in motion, simply lift the side lever and wind the front of the train up to 15 turns — then watch your creation roll forward under its own power.

Hands-on fun, straight from the golden age of railways!

The Grand Traveler 246 is a custom wooden 3D model of a vintage-inspired train that can move after assembly. With 410 laser-cut pieces and medium complexity (MASTERS level, or 4 out of 5), this DIY locomotive can be completed in 8–10 hours, providing a truly engaging challenge for experienced builders. But even if you’re new to the hobby, don’t worry — you’ll manage just fine with our detailed, step-by-step instructions.

This DIY set includes the locomotive and a matching set of rails, ready for you to assemble. Every iconic feature of a vintage steam engine has been carefully recreated — from the smokestack and front headlamp to the driving wheels, side rods, classic boiler shape, and the engineer’s cab. The Grand Traveler is powered by a rubber band motor, which can send the train up to 6 meters on a single wind. The start lever sits conveniently on the side near the cab, and winding the motor is simple — just twist the front of the locomotive at the headlamp. And voilà, the Traveler is ready to chug along!

Our stylish wooden Grand Traveler makes a fantastic gift for hands-on building enthusiasts, as well as fans of railways, vintage trains, and mechanical challenges. Crafted entirely from sustainable plywood, every part of this DIY locomotive is smooth to touch and eco-friendly. And of course, no glue or extra tools are needed — simply fit the wooden pieces together and let the fun begin.

No toothpicks

No glue

With rubber band motor

Specification

Complexity

4 level
Model Dimensions

410*85*110 mm
Number of pieces

410
Package Dimensions

365*185*50 mm
Assembly time

8-10 hours
Package Weight

1,086 kg

Tutorial

Download the tutorial↓

Each kit includes a printed manual. But if yours is damaged or you prefer the online version, you can download the pdf manual for the model here.

Grand Traveler 246

Name: Grand Traveler 246
Brand: WoodTrick
Price: 64.95 EUR
Availability: InStock

Description

What do you get when a love of travel, hands-on craftsmanship, and a touch of... What do you get when a love of travel, hands-on craftsmanship, and a touch of vintage elegance come together? And what if you add the romance of the railway to the mix? The Grand Traveler 246 invites you on a cozy, retro DIY adventure, bringing back an era when locomotives embodied discovery, style, and pure wanderlust. Create your own tribute to this golden age… and all aboard!

Quantity

Total

€64,95