---
product_id: 36994819
title: "1846 The Race For The Midwest"
brand: "gmt games"
price: "1392 kr"
currency: DKK
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Gmt Games"
url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/36994819-1846-the-race-for-the-midwest
store_origin: DK
region: Denmark
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# 2-4 hours immersive gameplay Dynamic stock portfolio building 3-5 players strategic railroad tycoons 1846 The Race For The Midwest

**Brand:** gmt games
**Price:** 1392 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 Own the rails, own the future — don’t get left behind!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 1846 The Race For The Midwest by gmt games
- **How much does it cost?** 1392 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/36994819-1846-the-race-for-the-midwest)

## Best For

- gmt games enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Every Track Counts:** Pay for virtually all track builds, making every move a critical investment decision.
- • **Unleash Financial Strategy:** Fewer restrictions on raising capital and private company powers mean more strategic freedom.
- • **Sharpen Your Business Acumen:** Develop negotiation, strategic thinking, and financial skills in a rich, competitive environment.
- • **Master the Midwest Rail Empire:** Compete as 3-5 tycoons to dominate the midwestern railroad market.
- • **Tailored Gameplay for Every Group:** Scales corporations, private companies, and bank size based on player count for perfect balance.

## Overview

1846 The Race For The Midwest is a medium-to-large scale strategic board game for 3-5 players, where you invest in and operate railroads across the Midwestern U.S. With 2-4 hours of deep gameplay, it features scalable corporations and bank sizes, fewer restrictions on financial moves, and a focus on track-building investments. Designed by GMT Games, it’s a perfect blend of economic strategy and competitive negotiation for adults and teens seeking a rich, immersive experience.

## Description

1846 is an 18xx game set in the Midwestern United States. Differences from other 18xx games include scaling the number of corporations, private companies, and bank size to the number of players, fewer restrictions on actions such as raising money and using private company powers, the initial distribution of private companies, and paying for virtually all track builds.

## Features

- In 1846, 3-5 tycoons compete to earn money and build the best stock portfolio by investing in and operating railroads within the midwestern United States.
- Playing Time: 2-4 hours

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01MG5ZJWK |
| Age Range Description | Adult, Teen |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #330,810 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #8,455 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Brand Name | GMT Games |
| CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 26 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | To develop strategic thinking, negotiation skills, and understanding of financial concepts |
| Genre | Wargame |
| Included Components | 1x Wargame |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 15.75 x 5.91 x 15.75 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 9"L x 3.25"W |
| Item Part Number | GMT1605 |
| Item Weight | 3 Pounds |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | GMT Games |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1200 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 168.00 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GMT1605 |
| Material Type | Cardboard |
| Model Number | GMT1605 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Players | 3-5 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Power Source | Manual winding |
| Set Name | 1846 |
| Size | Medium/Large (approx. 11.5 x 8.5 x 2.5 inches) |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Theme | Military |
| UPC | 817054011155 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***N on December 12, 2024*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***L on January 14, 2019*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by O***H on June 15, 2018*



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*Last updated: 2026-08-03*