Thomas & Friends Multi-Level Toy Track Set - Tall Super Tower

In this review of the Thomas & Friends Multi-Level Toy Track Set, the bottom line is simple: preschoolers who love trains get a big, interactive centerpiece that encourages imaginative storytelling and hands-on play. The set stands over 2.5 ft tall and packs motorized and push-along engines, cranes, a spinning turntable, and multiple handles that let a child control where engines go, so its single biggest selling point is the combination of size and active, mechanical features that keep kids engaged for extended play sessions.

Key Features

• Multi-level design: The tall, layered layout creates vertical play that lets engines move between levels for faster-moving, varied scenarios.
• Included characters: The set ships with a motorized Thomas, a diecast push-along Percy, and Harold the helicopter so kids can start playing right away.
• Three cranes and cargo: Cranky, Carly and Cassia provide loading and unloading action with four cargo crates to extend role-play and fine motor practice.
• Interactive controls: Handles and switches on the set let children choose routes and operate the turntable, reinforcing cause-and-effect play.
• Track compatibility: Works with most other Thomas & Friends track (except wood), so families can expand the layout as play needs grow.
• Durable construction: The build quality and track stability hold together during active play, addressing a common practical concern for preschool toys.

Who It's For

This set is best for preschool children ages 3 and up who are already fans of Thomas & Friends or who enjoy vehicle playsets with moving parts. Caregivers looking for a gift that encourages imaginative storytelling and strengthens fine motor skills will find this tower especially useful because it invites repeated, varied play using cranes, a turntable and characters.

Families with limited floor space who expect to keep expanding an existing train layout will appreciate the vertical footprint, but those who want a low-profile or purely wooden track set should look elsewhere, since this product is designed for the branded plastic track system and is not compatible with wood track pieces.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Large, multi-level layout encourages longer play sessions and varied scenarios.
• Comes with motorized Thomas, diecast Percy and Harold for immediate play out of the box.
• Multiple cranes and cargo crates add tactile loading activities that build fine motor skills.
• Compatible with other plastic Thomas & Friends track to expand the railway experience.

Cons

• Size draws mixed reactions; it requires storage space and may be larger than some expect.
• Additional track to expand the layout is sold separately and may not always match availability.

Specifications

Brand	Fisher-Price
Product type	Multi-level train track set
Height	Over 2.5 ft tall
Includes	Motorized Thomas, diecast Percy, Harold helicopter, 4 cargo crates
Features	Spinning turntable, 3 cranes, handles and switches to control routes
Compatibility	Compatible with other Thomas & Friends plastic track (not wood)
Recommended age	3 years and older

Our Verdict

The Thomas & Friends Multi-Level Toy Track Set is a strong choice for preschoolers who enjoy trains and interactive play-its tall, multi-level design, motorized engine and active cranes deliver a lot of play value and encourage fine motor and imaginative skills. It represents good value for families wanting a durable, expandable centerpiece, provided they have the space and are prepared to buy additional track separately if they want a larger layout.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is extra track required to start play?
The set includes enough track for the tower to work out of the box, but extra track is optional for expanded layouts and is sold separately.

Are the engines battery powered?
The included Thomas engine is motorized (requires batteries) while Percy is a diecast push-along and Harold is a push helicopter.

Can this set connect to wooden train track?
No, this model is compatible with other Thomas & Friends plastic track systems and is not compatible with wooden track.