Grand Trunk Western Railroad, recognized by its GTW and CNAZ reporting marks, was founded in the late 19th century as the U.S. subsidiary of the Canadian National Railway, connecting the Midwest with the Canadian border. Famous trains such as the Maple Leaf and International Limited continue to make Grand Trunk Western trains for sale popular with collectors and model railroaders focused on Midwestern railroading and cross-border passenger service.
GTW locomotives, freight equipment, and passenger cars remain a favorite for layouts featuring Midwestern freight operations, transition-era railroads, and Canadian National connections in the United States. These railroad models are commonly added to model trains centered on classic North American railroading and regional passenger routes.