Great Northern Railway, recognized by its GN reporting mark, was founded in the late 19th century to connect the northern United States from the Great Lakes to the Pacific Northwest. Famous trains such as the Empire Builder and the Oriental Limited continue to make Great Northern trains for sale especially popular with collectors and model railroaders focused on transcontinental passenger service and western railroading.
GN locomotives, passenger cars, and freight equipment remain a favorite for layouts featuring mountain railroading, northern freight routes, and classic streamlined passenger operations. These railroad models are commonly added to model trains centered on historic western railroads and Pacific Northwest rail travel.