The boxes say:
"# 5, James, the Red Engine. His beautiful scarlet coat and shiny brass dome set James apart as an engine of distinction!" It is die-cast metal with magnetic couplings.
"Bill. Frequently getting into mischief with his identical twin Ben, Bill can sometimes frustrate the more serious engines." Die-cast metal with magnetic couplings.
"#1, Thomas the Tank Engine. Although his over-eagerness sometimes creates a bit of trouble, it never lasts very long and Thomas is soon bustling about again." Die-cast metal with magnetic couplings.
"Annie. Annie and Clarabel are Thomas' faithful coaches and are both much loved. Anne only carries passengers." With magnetic couplings.