Editorial Review

A train you can ride on? That moves by itself? It's hard to imagine any child not being excited by this prospect. The Santa Fe Train offers an amusement park experience in your own house. Assembly is a snap, literally. The track pieces click together with no problem, and it's so obvious how to assemble the train, you almost don't need the manual. If you feel prepared to take it on, this train set can make for a spectacular birthday or holiday present. In the interests of instant gratification, however, be sure to charge up the battery the night before. Some other considerations for parents: This toy takes up a lot of space: at a bare minimum, 12 square feet. It may have limited replay value, since you can go around and around a track only so many times, even if you are 4 years old. And it requires a bit of maintenance in that you must keep the battery charged up. --David Stoesz ... Read more

Reviews (20)

Keeps him Safe and Busy
My son received this when he was 18 mos for X-Mas.He is 2 now and still rides it nearly every day.This is one of his favorites and it keeps him busy 10-15 minutes at a time, a few times a day.You have to wipe/dust the tracks off a few times a week.The dust prevents the train from gliding on the tracks smoothly.I have had NO problems with it jumping the track.I have another one on the way and I expect this will be in great condition for him as well.

Great Fun
When we were given this as a toy I was doubtful it would have a big place in our house. I really aim for toys that encourage creative play, exploration of the world, that are not loud. This train, I was expecting would not do this. Was I wrong?!

This is a fun toy and very exciting. We have had it for several years now and my children still play on it. They can use it without the track which only makes it that much more fun.

It is fairly easy to steer and has not broken down yet. It is sturdy and has lasted through three children playing with it. It really does lend to creative play- my children have pretended they are delivering mail, visiting family, and so on.

Much fun. Throw in a few fun books such as Mailing May and this would be an excellent toy to encourage creativity, find and large motor control, and many more skills.

Enjoy. Well worth the money.

Great fun but a little tippy
We bought this train for our son Christmas 2003 when he was 1 1/2. He loved it and still does but I agree with others that the extra car tends to derail alot. Also, if he leans over on it then it will all come off the track. It doesn't hurt or scare him. We have begun to teach him how to put it on the track by himself. Overall, he gets alot of enjoyment from this train. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Vehicles    2. Ride-Ons    3. Motorized    4. Trains    5. Preschool    6. Games   

Reviews (14)

Great fun for a three year old!
This is a fabulous gift for a little boy.Our son awoke Christmas morning to this gift, after looking at it for months on the computer.He was extremely delighted!It is pretty durable and he continually has all his other Christmas toys piled in the loader portion and will dump everything out and put it back in.The directions were a nightmare.It is just little pictures and a one sentence written direction, but it requires a lot of common sense and referrencing to the picture.Give yourself some time to put it together!It was well worth it as the joy of our son overpowered the hour of putting it together.

watch for thieves
This toy was so great and appealing that 2 grown men stole it from my 3 year old grandson.I would strongly recommend that you not leave this toy out in the open for the horrible people that will steal from a baby.

Heartsick Grandmother.

Does the steering wheel actually steer this tractor?
I don't know where else to post this question so I'll ask it here. I know the pedals move the tractor but does the steering wheel move the front wheels left and right? Seems like an obvious question but you wouldn't believe how many toys don't have steering! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Preschool    2. Ride-Ons   

Features

• Wired to produce 12 volts
• Rechargeable battery, tested for cycle life
• Pre-selected for efficiency with Peg-Pérego vehicles
• Provides hours of playtime for young riders

Reviews (14)

Buyer Beware
Battery is way overpriced. Contact Battery Store near you! I did and found this same exact battery type(2-6volt Batteries) for much less. While there they told me I could use a low amp 12v Deep Cycle battery instead. It did take some time wiring (FUSED LINK IS A MUST) but is well worth it. Lasts all day and you can charge it at a 2 amp "trickle charge" with a "amp selectable" car battery charger. All told it cost me less than $60 for everything. It now longer just "Takes Up Space".

Battery stinks!
Our battery quit recharging after about a year.It is very dissappointing to charge a battery for hours and then have to tell your little one that it didn't work.It has been difficult to find another battery.I thought the Fisher price 12-volt would work but it did not connect. Apparently, you have to buy this brand, which, by-the-way, cost about a third of the cost of our tractor!What can you do?

You MUST follow the directions to the T!
We have this battery and it works great.We were very skeptical because of all the bad reviews.However, if you follow the instructions to the T it works great.The initial charge MUST be 18 hours.We did ours 24.You CANNOT run this battery completely dead.Once you see the toy start to lose it's speed where first is really doggy, then you must take the battery out and charge it.Again, it must be charged the entire cycle of 18 hours.We have been following these instructions (which are the manufacturers) and it works great.My son can get about 3 hours if running it nonstop.Which he has done a few times.Don't try to quick charge this because it is not made to do that.Also, you must charge it once every month when it is not being used (i.e, winter months).Again, the instructions per the manufacturer. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Vehicles    2. Ride-Ons    3. Accessories    4. Bicycle Accessories    5. Motorized    6. Ride Ons    7. Electronic   

Features

• Working gearshift: 2-1/4 or 4-1/2 mph
• All-terrain: grass, dirt of hard surfaces
• Large trailer with tailgate
• On/off foot pedal and automatic brake
• Large, adjustable seat

Reviews (30)

Not made well at all
We bought this for our son 2 months ago.He loved to ride it and had alot of fun with it.Notice the past tense, it no longer works only 2 months after buying it.First the 1st gear went out of it, then reverse stopped working and now 2nd gear doesn't work either so he can't even ride it anymore.I have been trying to call customer service all day and it says all lines are busy.It won't even allow me to hold for a service rep.I have to keep calling.I'm upset that it is so hard to even talk to someone about it.My friend also purchased this for her son a month before me and is having similar problems.Peg perego told her they are aware of a problem with it and would send a replacement part and instructions on how to fix it.I have also had the same durability problems as with some of the other reviews.The tailgate, hood and bumper won't stay on.The axle in the trailer falls out often.The overall snap together assembly is constructed so poorly that we are constantly snapping things back in place.We have purchased several power wheels in the past for our other children.This is the first peg perego we have purchased.The price was affordable and I like the different styles they have but I don't think I would buy from them again.The price certainly reflects the quality and it's not good.

Great Ride On but Overpriced
My children love this and I recommend it, (...).

Not very happy
I Bought the Tractor for my 2 year old son for Christmas 2004. Two weeks after we bought it the hood will not stay on he rides and it falls off, it will not go in reserverse at all. I am totally disappointed in this product and would not recomend it to anybody ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Ride-Ons    2. Motorized   

Reviews (132)

My kids loved it!
Despite some reviews to the contrary, my kids (who are not real easy on their toys) have really enjoyed the Gator.We've had it almost three years, and it's still going strong.I highly recommend it!

Stay away..... This is Junk!
I bought this for my son for his 5th birthday.I put it together like I have with all the other battery powered ride-ons we own.I noticed right away it was junk.Everything is plastic.When I finished I told him go easy with it because its not made very well and looks like it will break.Sure enough not even three weeks went by and the gears broke.It would not go in reverse.I took it back to the store and they replaced the broken gear.Almost a month later the gear broke again.Does not go in reverse.Fixed it again.We just took it out for spring May 2005 and guess what?Gear broke again.Only this time it will not go anywhere.My son is very careful with his toys.We have a jeep and a Quad that he has had since he was 3 yrs old and they both work just fine.The Gator is JUNK!!Do not buy it.I did purchase the protection plan and the store is working on what they can do for me.I would love to return it.

Fun for the kids
We got this 2 years ago when my daughter was 5 and my son was 3. There are 2 speeds to it. Of course, they always want to go the faster speed. It doesn't go as fast on the grass as it does the driveway (where it goes too fast for me, but the kids shriek and squeal with delight)I was thankfull for the bar on the passengers side. I would always tell them to hold on very tight with both hands. It would be better if it had doors on it, or seat belts. They love it though. Another thing--kids can't ride in the back. My kids climbed into the back and broke it so it never did "dump". They still love hauling things in the back. I cleaned out the shed and they drove the debri out to the front where we put the garbage. They were proud they could help.
The battery isn't as good as it was (I'll admit, I didn't follow the instructions, I let it sit all winter) So, I'm going to buy a new battery for it. They can use it a few more years. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Preschool    2. Ride-Ons    3. Motorized   

Reviews (3)

excellent
I also have the santa fe train and the additional track.I have a one year old and a three year old and both of them are able to ride it on their own.They love it.And it's pretty easy to set up and take down.

Fun and More Fun
My Granddaughter and her friends loved this toy.They only problem was not enough tracks.It would have been more fun to go a greater distance.

Santa Fe Train & Figure 8 Conversion Track
Awesome toy for my 2+ year old. I wish I was light enough to ride this thing. Gave it to him as a Christmas gift. He loves it. It took me a while to configure the figure 8, but other than that, it was a cinch to set up. Highly recommend the Santa Fe Train, as well as the track add on. Train is not flimsy. Made of good quality plastic. Best set up on harder surfaces. All in all, it's a great toy. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Vehicles    2. Ride-Ons    3. Trains