SOO Line (SOO)

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Whether you're recreating grain trains across the Upper Midwest or building cross-border freight operations, SOO Line equipment adds authentic railroad history to your layout. Explore more model trains from railroads across North America.

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Explore Upper Midwest diesel locomotives, freight cars and collectible SOO equipment.

Shop SOO Line model trains, including diesel locomotives, freight cars, cabooses, covered hoppers and boxcars. SOO Line’s distinctive red and white locomotives are a recognizable choice for collectors and operators modeling railroading across the Upper Midwest.

Find SOO equipment for grain trains, mixed freight and cross-border service between the United States and Canada. From first-generation diesels to later road power, SOO Line models offer plenty of options for building a realistic roster.

SOO Line Locomotives and Upper Midwest Operations

Explore popular diesel classes, Bandit locomotives and freight service.

SOO Line equipment spans several generations of diesel power and the freight operations that defined its regional network.

Red and White Diesel Locomotives

Collectors often look for SOO Line GP30s, GP38-2s, GP40s, SD40-2s, SD60s and FP7 locomotives. The railroad’s bold red and white paint scheme adds a distinctive look to a freight or passenger-era roster.

Bandit Locomotives and Later Power

SOO Line “Bandit” locomotives are popular with modelers interested in the railroad’s later years and changing paint schemes. These units fit naturally alongside other Upper Midwest power in transition-era consists.

Grain, Mixed Freight and Interchange

Covered hoppers, boxcars, cabooses and other freight cars help recreate grain service, mixed freights and interchange traffic. SOO equipment also suits layouts depicting cross-border operations between the United States and Canada.

Build a SOO Line Railroad Roster

Find manufacturers, collectible releases and freight equipment for your layout.

Manufacturers of SOO Line Models

SOO Line models have been produced by Lionel, Atlas, Athearn, Bachmann, Broadway Limited, Walthers, Rapido, Bowser, InterMountain and ScaleTrains. Releases vary by scale, locomotive class and production run.

Equipment and Collectible Releases

Browse diesel locomotives, passenger cars, cabooses, covered hoppers, boxcars and other freight equipment. Inventory may include new arrivals, pre-owned models, vintage releases, retired locomotives, discontinued rolling stock and hard-to-find SOO collectibles.

Selling a SOO Line Model Train Collection?

Learn about selling qualifying diesel and freight car collections.

Whether you have collected SOO Line locomotives for years or inherited a fleet of freight cars, Trainz reviews qualifying model train collections and estate collections. Visit Sell My Trains for information about selling your equipment.

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SOO Line Model Train FAQs

Answers about the railroad’s name, collectible models and modern operations.

Why is it called the SOO Line?

The name comes from the pronunciation of “Sault” in the Minneapolis, St. Paul & Sault Ste. Marie Railway. The shorter nickname became so widely recognized that it was eventually adopted as the railroad’s official identity.

What are the most collectible SOO Line model trains?

Collectors frequently search for SOO GP30s, GP38-2s, GP40s, SD40-2s, SD60s, FP7 locomotives, cabooses, freight cars and Bandit locomotives.

Who makes SOO Line model trains?

Manufacturers including Lionel, Atlas, Athearn, Bachmann, Broadway Limited, Walthers, Rapido, Bowser, InterMountain and ScaleTrains have produced SOO Line models in multiple scales.

Does the SOO Line still exist?

Yes. SOO Line Railroad continues to exist as a subsidiary within the Canadian Pacific rail system, although most operations use Canadian Pacific or Canadian Pacific Kansas City branding.