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Tomica Premium Unlimited No. 10 brings the train from Galaxy Express 999 into a compact collectible. It is a train rather than a road car, and its appeal is the link between Japanese animation and Tomica’s display models. Retros lists this model in its mini-cars collection.
What is the Galaxy Express 999?
The 999 is the space train from the anime based on Leiji Matsumoto’s manga. Takara Tomy describes a story in which Tetsuro Hoshino sets out with Maetel on a journey connected to his wish for a mechanical body. Its account dates the television series to 1978–1981. You can read the background in Takara Tomy’s announcement.
The familiar steam-locomotive shape gives the 999 an unusual place in a collection of animation vehicles. It can sit beside fictional cars without representing a real railway locomotive. Takara Tomy identifies the model as Tomica Premium Unlimited No. 10, Galaxy Express 999.
Tomica and Plarail: check the name
Takara Tomy has also made a different Galaxy Express 999 product for its Plarail range. Its 2026 announcement describes that separate train set with figures, track pieces and a light. Those features belong to the Plarail product: do not assume they are included with the Tomica model. Check the item listing and packaging before buying.
How to choose and display it
Look for the Premium Unlimited branding and the Galaxy Express 999 name on the box. Confirm the condition and what is included with the seller, especially if buying a previously owned item. A long shelf or display case can give the locomotive room to stand out next to anime-themed cars; measure the model and case before ordering a display.
If you are new to the range, our guide to Tomica, Premium and Unlimited explains the families. For another animation-inspired release, see the Pizza Planet truck guide or Iketani Silvia S13 guide.
Where to find it in the UAE
Retros’ Galaxy Express 999 listing showed the Tomica item available when checked on 10 November 2026. Availability can change. Browse the mini-cars collection for other models.
For a collector who enjoys Japanese animation, this is a compact way to add the 999 to a display. Keep the Tomica and Plarail names separate when comparing listings, and check the box details for the exact release.
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