Built as a mining line, the scenic value of the Durango & Silverton was quickly recognized in passenger service. After surviving natural disasters, wars, and financial instability, a determined staff (and starring roles in several Hollywood movies) promoted the tourism that ensures the line's survival to this day. Now recognized as a National Historic Landmark and a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark, the Durango & Silverton continues to provide year-round tourist service. The N-scale Durango & Silverton ready-to-run set includes:
- 0-6-0 steam locomotive with tender
- old-time combine
- 2 old-time coaches
- 34" X 24" oval of nickel silver E-Z Track
- Power Pack & Speed Controller
- Illustrated Instruction Manual