{
 "slug": "diesel-locomotives",
 "name": "Diesel Locomotives",
 "root": "crafts-hobbies",
 "unit": "each",
 "unit_as_designed": null,
 "unit_note": "Count the diesel locomotives included in the listing; for multipacks, count each locomotive and exclude cars, track, and accessories.",
 "gpc": {
  "brick_code": "10008339",
  "brick": "Rail Equipment",
  "class": "Rail Equipment",
  "family": "Rail Equipment",
  "segment": "Vehicle"
 },
 "google_product_category": {
  "id": 5150,
  "path": "Arts & Entertainment > Hobbies & Creative Arts > Model Making > Model Trains & Train Sets"
 },
 "taxonomy": {
  "shopify": {
   "id": "gid://shopify/TaxonomyCategory/ae-2-6-3-1",
   "path": "Arts & Entertainment > Hobbies & Creative Arts > Model Making > Model Trains & Train Sets > Diesel Locomotives",
   "attributes": [
    {
     "name": "Model control technology",
     "handle": "model-control-technology",
     "values": [
      "Analog",
      "Digital",
      "Wireless",
      "Other"
     ]
    },
    {
     "name": "Model making kit items included",
     "handle": "model-making-kit-items-included",
     "values": [
      "Airbrush",
      "Batteries",
      "Brushes",
      "Cyanoacrylate (CA) glue",
      "Decals",
      "Electronics/control unit",
      "Epoxy adhesive",
      "Files/sanding sticks",
      "Hobby knife",
      "Instruction manual",
      "Masking tape",
      "Model cement/plastic glue",
      "Paint thinner/cleaner",
      "Paints",
      "Primer",
      "Side cutters/nippers",
      "Stickers",
      "Tweezers",
      "Weathering powders",
      "Other"
     ]
    },
    {
     "name": "Model making product type",
     "handle": "model-making-product-type",
     "values": [
      "Accessory/upgrade part",
      "Adhesive/glue",
      "Brush/applicator",
      "Decal/sticker set",
      "Display base/stand",
      "Electronics/control component",
      "Model kit",
      "Model set (ready-to-run/assembled)",
      "Paint/coating",
      "Replacement part",
      "Scenery/diorama component",
      "Tool",
      "Other"
     ]
    },
    {
     "name": "Model train coupler type",
     "handle": "model-train-coupler-type",
     "values": [
      "Bar (drawbar) coupler",
      "European hook-and-loop coupler",
      "Horn-hook coupler",
      "Knuckle coupler",
      "Link-and-pin coupler",
      "Loop-and-hook coupler",
      "Magnetic knuckle coupler",
      "Rapido coupler",
      "Tension-lock coupler",
      "Other"
     ]
    },
    {
     "name": "Model train lighting features",
     "handle": "model-train-lighting-features",
     "values": [
      "Cab lighting",
      "Directional lighting",
      "Ditch lights",
      "Headlight only",
      "Interior lighting",
      "Marker lights",
      "No lighting",
      "Other"
     ]
    },
    {
     "name": "Model train scale",
     "handle": "model-train-scale",
     "values": [
      "Fn3",
      "G scale",
      "Garden railway (large scale)",
      "HO scale",
      "N scale",
      "O scale",
      "On2",
      "On3",
      "On30",
      "OO scale",
      "S scale",
      "T scale",
      "TT scale",
      "Z scale",
      "Other"
     ]
    },
    {
     "name": "Model train sound features",
     "handle": "model-train-sound-features",
     "values": [
      "Basic sound effects",
      "Digital sound (DCC sound)",
      "No sound",
      "Smoke + sound",
      "Sound ready (speaker/wiring only)",
      "Other"
     ]
    },
    {
     "name": "Skill level",
     "handle": "skill-level",
     "values": [
      "Advanced",
      "All levels",
      "Beginner",
      "Expert",
      "Intermediate",
      "Other"
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  "google": {
   "id": 5150,
   "path": "Arts & Entertainment > Hobbies & Creative Arts > Model Making > Model Trains & Train Sets"
  },
  "gpc": {
   "brick_code": "10008339",
   "brick": "Rail Equipment",
   "class": "Rail Equipment",
   "family": "Rail Equipment",
   "segment": "Vehicle"
  }
 },
 "fields": [
  {
   "key": "model_making_product_type",
   "label": "Model making product type",
   "type": "enum",
   "unit": null,
   "values": [
    "Accessory/upgrade part",
    "Adhesive/glue",
    "Brush/applicator",
    "Decal/sticker set",
    "Display base/stand",
    "Electronics/control component",
    "Model kit",
    "Model set (ready-to-run/assembled)",
    "Paint/coating",
    "Replacement part",
    "Scenery/diorama component",
    "Tool"
   ],
   "why_it_matters": "Distinguishes a usable assembled locomotive from a kit, component, or accessory."
  },
  {
   "key": "model_train_scale",
   "label": "Model train scale",
   "type": "enum",
   "unit": null,
   "values": [
    "Fn3",
    "G scale",
    "Garden railway (large scale)",
    "HO scale",
    "N scale",
    "O scale",
    "On2",
    "On3",
    "On30",
    "OO scale",
    "S scale",
    "T scale"
   ],
   "why_it_matters": "Must match the buyer\u2019s layout and determines the locomotive\u2019s size and compatibility."
  },
  {
   "key": "model_control_technology",
   "label": "Model control technology",
   "type": "enum",
   "unit": null,
   "values": [
    "Analog",
    "Digital",
    "Wireless",
    "Other"
   ],
   "why_it_matters": "Determines which layout controller can operate the locomotive and can add control features."
  },
  {
   "key": "model_train_coupler_type",
   "label": "Model train coupler type",
   "type": "enum",
   "unit": null,
   "values": [
    "Bar (drawbar) coupler",
    "European hook-and-loop coupler",
    "Horn-hook coupler",
    "Knuckle coupler",
    "Link-and-pin coupler",
    "Loop-and-hook coupler",
    "Magnetic knuckle coupler",
    "Rapido coupler",
    "Tension-lock coupler",
    "Other"
   ],
   "why_it_matters": "Affects compatibility with the buyer\u2019s rolling stock."
  },
  {
   "key": "model_train_lighting_features",
   "label": "Model train lighting features",
   "type": "enum",
   "unit": null,
   "values": [
    "Cab lighting",
    "Directional lighting",
    "Ditch lights",
    "Headlight only",
    "Interior lighting",
    "Marker lights",
    "No lighting",
    "Other"
   ],
   "why_it_matters": "Adds visibility and operating detail beyond basic locomotive movement."
  },
  {
   "key": "model_train_sound_features",
   "label": "Model train sound features",
   "type": "enum",
   "unit": null,
   "values": [
    "Basic sound effects",
    "Digital sound (DCC sound)",
    "No sound",
    "Smoke + sound",
    "Sound ready (speaker/wiring only)",
    "Other"
   ],
   "why_it_matters": "Sound-equipped and sound-ready models can cost more and offer added realism or upgrade potential."
  }
 ],
 "minimum_spec": {
  "description": "A ready-to-run or assembled diesel locomotive in a scale and control format compatible with the buyer\u2019s layout. Sound and lighting are optional for basic operation.",
  "rules": [
   {
    "key": "model_making_product_type",
    "op": "==",
    "value": "Model set (ready-to-run/assembled)"
   },
   {
    "key": "model_train_scale",
    "op": "in",
    "value": [
     "Fn3",
     "G scale",
     "Garden railway (large scale)",
     "HO scale",
     "N scale",
     "O scale",
     "On2",
     "On3",
     "On30",
     "OO scale",
     "S scale",
     "T scale"
    ]
   },
   {
    "key": "model_control_technology",
    "op": "in",
    "value": [
     "Analog",
     "Digital",
     "Wireless",
     "Other"
    ]
   }
  ]
 },
 "premium_dimensions": [
  "model_control_technology",
  "model_train_lighting_features",
  "model_train_sound_features",
  "model_train_coupler_type"
 ],
 "baseline": {
  "item_id": 196751,
  "name": "Thomas & Friends Motorized Construction Diesel",
  "unit_price": 111.55,
  "retailer": "mattel"
 },
 "items": [
  {
   "id": 196751,
   "name": "Thomas & Friends Motorized Construction Diesel",
   "brand": "Thomas & Friends",
   "gtin": null,
   "category": "diesel-locomotives",
   "size": {
    "value": 1.0,
    "unit": "each"
   },
   "size_as_extracted": null,
   "unit_price_unit": "each",
   "specs": {
    "model_making_product_type": "Model set (ready-to-run/assembled)",
    "model_train_scale": null,
    "model_control_technology": "Other",
    "model_train_coupler_type": null,
    "model_train_lighting_features": null,
    "model_train_sound_features": null
   },
   "standard_attributes": {
    "Model making product type": "Model set (ready-to-run/assembled)",
    "Model control technology": "Other"
   },
   "shopify_category_id": "gid://shopify/TaxonomyCategory/ae-2-6-3-1",
   "meets_minimum_spec": false,
   "tier": "basic",
   "premium_note": null,
   "best": {
    "unit_price": 111.55,
    "price": 111.55,
    "retailer": "mattel",
    "url": "https://www.mattel.com/products/thomas-e-seus-amigos-pista-de-brinquedo-motorizada-de-construcao-diesel-jbw20-pt-br"
   },
   "lowest_price": {
    "price": 111.55,
    "retailer": "mattel",
    "url": "https://www.mattel.com/products/thomas-e-seus-amigos-pista-de-brinquedo-motorizada-de-construcao-diesel-jbw20-pt-br"
   },
   "size_missing": false,
   "unranked_reason": null,
   "offers": [
    {
     "retailer": "mattel",
     "retailer_id": "14701380338029",
     "gtin": null,
     "price": 111.55,
     "currency": "USD",
     "price_usd": 111.55,
     "unit_price": 111.55,
     "availability": "OutOfStock",
     "in_stock": false,
     "seller": null,
     "first_party": null,
     "shipping": null,
     "size_text": null,
     "url": "https://www.mattel.com/products/thomas-e-seus-amigos-pista-de-brinquedo-motorizada-de-construcao-diesel-jbw20-pt-br",
     "observed_at": "2026-10-09T10:45:43-04:00",
     "age_minutes_at_build": 18818
    },
    {
     "retailer": "mattel",
     "retailer_id": "14701484179821",
     "gtin": null,
     "price": 523.0,
     "currency": "USD",
     "price_usd": 523.0,
     "unit_price": 523.0,
     "availability": "OutOfStock",
     "in_stock": false,
     "seller": null,
     "first_party": null,
     "shipping": null,
     "size_text": null,
     "url": "https://www.mattel.com/products/thomas-friends-pista-de-juguete-motorizada-de-construccion-diesel-jbw20-es-mx",
     "observed_at": "2026-10-09T10:45:43-04:00",
     "age_minutes_at_build": 18818
    }
   ],
   "url": "/items/196751.json",
   "html": "/items/196751.html",
   "rank": 1
  }
 ],
 "unranked_items": [
  {
   "id": 196750,
   "name": "Thomas & Friends Oliver & Toad",
   "brand": "Thomas & Friends",
   "gtin": null,
   "category": "diesel-locomotives",
   "size": {
    "value": null,
    "unit": "each"
   },
   "size_as_extracted": null,
   "unit_price_unit": "each",
   "specs": {
    "model_making_product_type": null,
    "model_train_scale": null,
    "model_control_technology": null,
    "model_train_coupler_type": null,
    "model_train_lighting_features": null,
    "model_train_sound_features": null
   },
   "standard_attributes": {
    "Model making product type": "Model set (ready-to-run/assembled)"
   },
   "shopify_category_id": "gid://shopify/TaxonomyCategory/ae-2-6-3-1",
   "meets_minimum_spec": false,
   "tier": "basic",
   "premium_note": null,
   "best": null,
   "lowest_price": {
    "price": 0.01,
    "retailer": "mattel",
    "url": "https://www.mattel.com/products/thomas-friends-by-fisher-price-die-cast-oliver-toad-jlb68-en-ca"
   },
   "size_missing": true,
   "unranked_reason": "size_missing",
   "offers": [
    {
     "retailer": "mattel",
     "retailer_id": "15073788854637",
     "gtin": null,
     "price": 0.01,
     "currency": "USD",
     "price_usd": null,
     "unit_price": null,
     "availability": "OutOfStock",
     "in_stock": false,
     "seller": null,
     "first_party": null,
     "shipping": null,
     "size_text": null,
     "url": "https://www.mattel.com/products/thomas-friends-by-fisher-price-die-cast-oliver-toad-jlb68-en-ca",
     "observed_at": "2026-10-09T10:44:44-04:00",
     "age_minutes_at_build": 18819
    }
   ],
   "url": "/items/196750.json",
   "html": "/items/196750.html"
  }
 ],
 "n_items": 2,
 "n_priced": 1,
 "url": "/categories/diesel-locomotives.json",
 "html": "/categories/diesel-locomotives.html"
}