Rio Grande Southern (RGS)

Shop Rio Grande Southern Trains for Narrow Gauge Layouts

Shop Rio Grande Southern model trains for sale, including RGS steam locomotives, Galloping Goose railcars, freight cars, cabooses, and collectible railroad models. Find new, pre-owned, vintage, and hard-to-find releases as they become available at Trainz.

From mountain passes to mining towns, Rio Grande Southern equipment brings the character of Colorado narrow gauge railroading to life. Explore more model trains from historic railroads around the world.

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Discover Galloping Goose railcars, Colorado steam power and narrow gauge rolling stock.

Shop Rio Grande Southern model trains, including Galloping Goose railcars, 2-8-0 steam locomotives, cabooses and narrow gauge freight cars. The RGS wound through the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado and became known for dramatic scenery, rugged operations and inventive solutions to difficult terrain.

Find distinctive RGS equipment for mountain railroading, mining scenes and wooden trestles, whether you are building a narrow gauge layout or adding a collectible model to your roster.

Rio Grande Southern Railcars and Mountain Operations

Explore the equipment and scenery that made this Colorado railroad memorable.

The Rio Grande Southern offers modelers a distinctive mix of unusual railcars, steam power and rugged mountain settings.

The Galloping Goose Railcars

Built using automobile and truck components mounted on railroad frames, the famous Galloping Geese became symbols of the RGS. These self-propelled railcars remain among the most recognizable narrow gauge models.

Colorado Steam and Freight Equipment

Collectors also seek RGS 2-8-0 steam locomotives, cabooses and freight cars. These models help recreate the railroad's working trains and local service through the San Juan Mountains.

Mining Scenes and Narrow Gauge Track

Mountain grades, wooden trestles, mines and small stations provide natural settings for RGS equipment. HOn3 and On3 models offer different ways to recreate Colorado narrow gauge operations.

Build a Rio Grande Southern Narrow Gauge Roster

Compare makers, scales and collectible RGS equipment.

Manufacturers and Model Releases

Rio Grande Southern equipment has been produced by Blackstone Models, Bachmann, Broadway Limited, Precision Scale Company (PSC), Micro-Trains and other manufacturers. Available models vary by scale and production run.

Galloping Geese, Steam and Rolling Stock

Look for Galloping Goose railcars, steam locomotives, freight cars, cabooses and other narrow gauge rolling stock. Inventory may include new arrivals, pre-owned models, vintage pieces, retired releases and hard-to-find RGS equipment.

Selling a Rio Grande Southern Model Train Collection?

Learn about selling qualifying narrow gauge model train collections.

Whether your collection centers on Galloping Goose railcars, HOn3 narrow gauge equipment or classic Colorado steam locomotives, Trainz reviews qualifying collections from hobbyists and estates. Visit Sell My Trains to learn more about selling your models.

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Rio Grande Southern Model Train FAQs

Answers about Galloping Geese, narrow gauge models and the RGS.

What is the Galloping Goose?

The Galloping Goose was a series of self-propelled railcars built by the Rio Grande Southern using automobile and truck components. They became the railroad's signature equipment and remain among the most collectible narrow gauge models.

What are the most collectible Rio Grande Southern model trains?

Collectors frequently search for Galloping Goose models, RGS 2-8-0 steam locomotives, cabooses, freight cars, and HOn3 or On3 narrow gauge equipment.

Who makes Rio Grande Southern model trains?

Manufacturers including Blackstone Models, Bachmann, Broadway Limited, Precision Scale Company and Micro-Trains have produced Rio Grande Southern models in several scales.

Why is the Rio Grande Southern so popular?

The Rio Grande Southern combined spectacular mountain scenery, narrow gauge operations and the famous Galloping Goose railcars, making it one of the most distinctive railroads recreated in model form.