Great Northern's famous Big Sky Blue paint scheme — introduced in 1967 and worn proudly until the Burlington Northern merger — comes to N scale on this Micro-Trains 50' double-door boxcar, road number GN 35743. Crisp white reporting marks and the iconic Rocky goat herald against that unmistakable blue make this car a standout in any late-1960s or early-1970s consist. Like every Micro-Trains freight car, it rolls smoothly on free-rolling Delrin trucks and comes ready to run straight out of the box.
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What era is this boxcar appropriate for?
Great Northern's Big Sky Blue scheme was adopted in 1967 and continued in service through the 1970 BN merger and beyond, so this car fits late-transition through early-modern eras — and is perfect for anyone modeling GN's final years.
Why a double-door boxcar?
The 50' double-door design was developed for oversized loads — auto parts, appliances, and machinery that wouldn't fit through a single door. It's a great variety piece for any modern freight consist.
Are the couplers compatible with Kadee?
Yes. Micro-Trains Magne-Matic couplers are fully compatible with Kadee and other knuckle couplers — no swap needed to run with the rest of your fleet.
Does it have metal wheels?
It rolls on free-rolling Delrin trucks with contoured axles for smooth, low-friction operation. Add metal wheelsets if you prefer the added weight and rolling sound.
