March 3, 2021 - The last of the M.T.H. HO American Freedom GS-4 Northern Steam Locomotives are still available for order from M.T.H. Authorized Retailers or directly from the M.T.H. website.

About the American Freedom GS-4 Steam Locomotive

The Southern Pacific's class GS Northerns, arguably among the most handsome steam engines ever built were constructed by Lima Locomotive Works, inventor of the super-power concept. The 4-8-4s had the combination of power and speed that characterized steam power at its zenith. Class GS-4 engines, delivered in 1941 and 1942, were among the last and best-looking of the breed, with tall 80" drivers and enclosed all-weather cabs. In addition to handling premier passenger trains, the 4-8-4s were regularly used in high-speed freight service on the San Francisco-Los Angeles Overnight.

In 1975-76, a proud exhibition of American historical and cultural artifacts toured the country. What made this Bicentennial celebration so special was where it was housed: in the 23-car-long American Freedom Train. The Freedom Train crisscrossed the U.S. with its patriotic cargo, letting Americans celebrate our heritage at every stop.

Southern Pacific's repainted No. 4449 GS-4 Steam Engine, in the very livery sported in the above photograph saw more time at the head of the Freedom Train than any other engine.

These locomotives are still available to order from your local M.T.H. Authorized Retailer. They can also be ordered directly from M.T.H. by calling the M.T.H. Sales Department at 410-381-2580 or by visiting the M.T.H. website.

Hurry Before They're Gone, Just Five Or Fewer Of These HO Scale Items Remain In Stock

March 3, 2021 - Each week, M.T.H. releases product lists spotlighting quantities of Five Or Fewer HO Scale items that are remaining in our onhand inventory. In many cases, these items will NOT be re-run in the future and these lists could be your last chance for ordering them before they're GONE FOR GOOD. Don't miss out on these items! Click on the product line link below and then any item number in the corresponding list to purchase that item from the M.T.H. Online Store or order directly from your local M.T.H. Authorized Retailer.

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