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NN Scale (1:160)Beginner Friendly
Modeling Burlington Northern Railroad in N Scale
N scale Burlington Northern captures western railroad operations. Long coal and grain trains across scenic territory suit the smaller scale.
Scale Ratio
1:160
9mm gauge
Space Needed
Compact
Recommended Era
1980s-1995 for late BN
Key Equipment
5
Recommended items
Why Model Burlington Northern in N Scale?
N scale allows modeling BN's unit train operations realistically. Coal trains from the Powder River Basin and grain movements become practical.
Recommended Equipment
Locomotive
SD40-2
Standard power
Locomotive
SD60M
Modern wide-cab
Freight Car
Coal Gondolas
PRB coal
Freight Car
Grain Hoppers
Unit train service
Freight Car
Intermodal
Stack trains
Modeling Tips for Burlington Northern
1
The Cascade Green scheme is easy to model accurately
2
Coal unit trains with 100+ cars were BN signatures
3
SD40-2s were the workhorses of the fleet
4
Intermodal operations expanded greatly under BN
5
Predecessor equipment from GN, NP, and CB&Q adds variety
Shop Burlington Northern N Scale
View AllSuggested Track Plans
All N Plans2x4 ft
2x4 N Scale Starter Layout
Perfect for apartments and small spaces! This compact 2x4 N scale layout packs in a complete railroad with passing siding and industry on a desk-sized footprint.
4x6 ft
4x6 N Scale Branch Line
Capture the charm of a rural branch line on this medium-sized N scale layout. Features a main town, several industries, and point-to-point operation with a staging yard.
2x4 ft (Coffee Table)
N Scale Coffee Table Layout
A stunning display piece that doubles as furniture! This 2x4 coffee table layout features a continuous loop through mountains and a small town, all under glass.