Railway Employee 1 (trn045) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | trn045 |
| Theme | Trains |
| Year Released | 1991 |
| Average Price (Used) | $3.49 |
| Average Price (New) | $11.95 |
| Price Range | $2.29 – $7.03 |
| Parts | 4 |
| Found In | 6 sets |
About Railway Employee 1, Black Legs
The LEGO Railway Employee 1 (trn045) is a Trains minifigure worth $3.49 on average, released in 1991 and found in 6 sets. It has 4 individual parts. The Trains theme average is $3.15, making this figure near average for its theme.
Railway Employee 1, Black Legs (trn045) is a common Trains minifigure, averaging $3.49 on BrickLink. It appears in 6 different sets, which keeps supply high and prices low. At this price point it's usually not worth listing individually — bundle it with other Trains figures or include it in a themed minifig lot to move it. The value is in volume, not the single sale.
Seller notes
- New/sealed copies sell for $11.95 vs $3.49 used — a 242% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
- Only 4 parts — quick to assemble and verify completeness. Make sure all pieces are present before listing, especially any printed or unique elements.
- At this price point, list on BrickLink with other Trains figures to save on shipping and attract buyers building out their collection. Individual listings at low prices rarely justify the packaging time.
Parts in Railway Employee 1, Black Legs (4)
Sets containing Railway Employee 1, Black Legs (6)
Common questions about Railway Employee 1, Black Legs
How much is LEGO trn045 (Railway Employee 1, Black Legs) worth in 2026?
The LEGO Railway Employee 1, Black Legs (trn045) is worth $3.49 used and $11.95 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $2.29 to $7.03 depending on condition. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the Railway Employee 1, Black Legs minifigure?
Railway Employee 1, Black Legs appears in 6 sets: Metroliner (10001-1, ~$1089.50), Manual Level Crossing (4539-1, ~$168.43), Crocodile Locomotive (4551-1, ~$537.03), and 3 more. Multiple set appearances mean there are plenty of these in circulation, which is why the price stays relatively accessible.
How do I identify Railway Employee 1, Black Legs?
Look for the BrickLink ID trn045 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Railway Employee 1, Black Legs is made up of 4 parts (a standard minifigure assembly). The parts breakdown on this page shows each component with colors. If you have a loose figure and aren't sure what it is, the brick'em scanner can identify it from a photo in a few seconds.
What's the best way to sell Railway Employee 1, Black Legs?
At this price point, the most efficient approach is to bundle it with other Trains minifigures in a lot rather than listing individually. On BrickLink, you can list it as part of a themed minifig bundle. On eBay or Mercari, a "LEGO Trains Minifigure Lot" listing with 5-10 figures will move faster and earn more than individual sales.