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Freight Loading Depot with Wagon

Freight Loading Depot with Wagon

7838-1·Trains·1983·3 minifigs·86 parts

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$196.00
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$196.00
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About Freight Loading Depot with Wagon

Freight Loading Depot with Wagon (7838-1) is a LEGO Trains set released in 1983, currently averaging $196.00 used on BrickLink. It comes with 3 minifigures worth a combined $5.55. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 86 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 3% of this set's value ($5.55 out of $196.00). The bulk of the value is in the parts or the set being complete. Sell it as a complete set if possible.

Seller notes

  • This is a vintage set (1983). Condition of the box and instructions significantly affects value. A complete set with original box and instructions can sell for well above the average.

Minifigures in Freight Loading Depot with Wagon (3)

Shirt with 6 Buttons - Blue, Blue Legs, Red Construction Helmet
Shirt with 6 Buttons - Blue, Blue Legs, Red Construction Helmet
but011$1.82
Jacket Red with Zipper - Red Arms - Black Legs, Red Hat
Jacket Red with Zipper - Red Arms - Black Legs, Red Hat
jred014$1.99
Jacket Red with Zipper - Red Arms - Black Legs, Red Construction Helmet
Jacket Red with Zipper - Red Arms - Black Legs, Red Construction Helmet
jred016$1.74

Parts (86)

Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
Brick 2 x 2 without Inside Supports
×8
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×9
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×8
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×25
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×22
Brick 2 x 10
Brick 2 x 10
×3
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
×2
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
×3
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×4
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×6
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 3
Plate 2 x 3
×4
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×3
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×4
Plate 6 x 16
Plate 6 x 16
Plate 6 x 16
Plate 6 x 16
Plate 6 x 12
Plate 6 x 12
×3
Plate 4 x 12
Plate 4 x 12
×2
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 6 x 10
Plate 6 x 10
Plate 4 x 8
Plate 4 x 8
Slope 45 2 x 4
Slope 45 2 x 4
×10
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
×6
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Computer Screen and Right Side Buttons Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Computer Screen and Right Side Buttons Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Computer Panel Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 2 with Computer Panel Pattern
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×2
Slope 45 2 x 1 Triple without Inside Bar or Bottom Stud Holder
Slope 45 2 x 1 Triple without Inside Bar or Bottom Stud Holder
×4
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×12
Brick 1 x 4 without Bottom Tubes
Brick 1 x 4 without Bottom Tubes
×3
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
Plate, Modified 2 x 3 with Hole
×2
Train, Track Rail Straight 16L with Slots
Train, Track Rail Straight 16L with Slots
×4
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base with (Same Color) Top (3403 / 3404)
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base with (Same Color) Top (3403 / 3404)
Vehicle, Tipper End Sloped
Vehicle, Tipper End Sloped
×4
Crane Bucket with Spring and Yellow Handle (3489 / bb0217 / 3490)
Crane Bucket with Spring and Yellow Handle (3489 / bb0217 / 3490)
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
×2
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
×3
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
×2
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
×2
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×3
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×2
Fence 1 x 4 x 1 Lattice
Fence 1 x 4 x 1 Lattice
×2
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×2
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×4
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
×6
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
×12
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×2
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×2
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate with Light Gray Top (3680 / 3679)
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate with Light Gray Top (3680 / 3679)
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
×2
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
×6
Baseplate 32 x 32 with Set 7838 Dots Pattern
Baseplate 32 x 32 with Set 7838 Dots Pattern
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2
Windscreen 2 x 4 x 2
Plate 2 x 10
Plate 2 x 10
×4
Minifigure, Utensil Shovel / Spade - Handle with Round End
Minifigure, Utensil Shovel / Spade - Handle with Round End
Slope 33 3 x 6 with Inner Walls
Slope 33 3 x 6 with Inner Walls
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Space Gun / Torch
Minifigure, Utensil Space Gun / Torch
Minifigure, Utensil Radio (Walkie-Talkie) with Compact Handle
Minifigure, Utensil Radio (Walkie-Talkie) with Compact Handle
Train Buffer Beam
Train Buffer Beam
×2
Train Coupling with Pin
Train Coupling with Pin
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
Minifigure, Utensil Seat / Chair 2 x 2
×2
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
×2
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Bar 1 x 4 x 2 with Open Studs
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with Open O Clip Thin (Vertical Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with Open O Clip Thin (Vertical Grip)
Train, Track Sleeper Plate 2 x 8 with Cable Grooves
Train, Track Sleeper Plate 2 x 8 with Cable Grooves
×5
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
×3
Brick, Modified 2 x 4 with Black Wheels, Train Spoked Small (23mm D.) and Black Pins (4180 / wheel3 / 2344)
Brick, Modified 2 x 4 with Black Wheels, Train Spoked Small (23mm D.) and Black Pins (4180 / wheel3 / 2344)
×2
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Hinge Vehicle Roof 4 x 4
Hinge Vehicle Roof Holder 1 x 4 x 2
Hinge Vehicle Roof Holder 1 x 4 x 2
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Solid Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 3 Fingers on End - Solid Studs
×10
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Solid Studs
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 with 2 Fingers on End - Solid Studs
×2
Window 1 x 4 x 5 with Fixed Glass
Window 1 x 4 x 5 with Fixed Glass
×3
Support 2 x 4 x 5 Stanchion Inclined, 3mm Wide Posts
Support 2 x 4 x 5 Stanchion Inclined, 3mm Wide Posts
×5
Plate, Modified 1 x 8 with Door Rail
Plate, Modified 1 x 8 with Door Rail
×12
Plate, Modified 1 x 8 with Door Rail
Plate, Modified 1 x 8 with Door Rail
×4
Door Sliding - Type 1
Door Sliding - Type 1
×2
Hinge Tile 1 x 2 1/2 with 2 Fingers on Top
Hinge Tile 1 x 2 1/2 with 2 Fingers on Top
×8
String Reel Winch 2 x 4 x 2 with Light Gray Drum
String Reel Winch 2 x 4 x 2 with Light Gray Drum
Magnet Cylindrical
Magnet Cylindrical
×2
Door 1 x 4 x 5 Left with Fixed Trans-Clear Glass
Door 1 x 4 x 5 Left with Fixed Trans-Clear Glass
String, Cord Thin    75cm
String, Cord Thin 75cm

Common questions about Freight Loading Depot with Wagon

How much is LEGO Freight Loading Depot with Wagon (7838-1) worth?

Freight Loading Depot with Wagon sells for an average of $196.00 used on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness — missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 7838-1?

This set includes 3 minifigures: Shirt with 6 Buttons - Blue, Blue Legs, Red Construction Helmet ($1.82), Jacket Red with Zipper - Red Arms - Black Legs, Red Hat ($1.99), Jacket Red with Zipper - Red Arms - Black Legs, Red Construction Helmet ($1.74). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $5.55. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Freight Loading Depot with Wagon?

The minifigures make up about 3% of the set value ($5.55 out of $196.00). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.

Is LEGO Freight Loading Depot with Wagon (7838-1) retired?

Yes, Freight Loading Depot with Wagon was released in 1983 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms. At its current price point, it has appreciated since retirement.

How do I check if my Freight Loading Depot with Wagon set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 3 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.

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