--- product_id: 36994819 title: "1846 The Race For The Midwest" brand: "gmt games" price: "β‚±11842" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Gmt Games" url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/36994819-1846-the-race-for-the-midwest store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # 2-4 hours immersive strategic gameplay Realistic stock portfolio management 3-5 players, dynamic railroad empire building 1846 The Race For The Midwest **Brand:** gmt games **Price:** β‚±11842 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš‚ Own the rails, dominate the market β€” don’t get left behind! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 1846 The Race For The Midwest by gmt games - **How much does it cost?** β‚±11842 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/36994819-1846-the-race-for-the-midwest) ## Best For - gmt games enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted gmt games brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Unrestricted Strategy:** Fewer action limits let you raise capital and leverage private companies with freedom - β€’ **Deep Financial Gameplay:** Master stock market tactics and portfolio growth to outsmart your rivals - β€’ **Tailored Player Experience:** Scales corporations, private companies, and bank size to player count for perfect balance - β€’ **Engaging Social Competition:** 3-5 tycoons battle in a high-stakes race, perfect for strategic minds craving challenge - β€’ **Authentic Midwest Railroad Theme:** Build and operate railroads across the heartland with historically inspired mechanics ## Overview GMT Games' 1846 The Race For The Midwest is a medium-to-large scale strategy board game for 3-5 players, featuring 2-4 hours of immersive gameplay. Players compete as railroad tycoons investing in and operating railroads across the Midwestern U.S., with scalable game elements tailored to player count. The game emphasizes strategic stock portfolio management, flexible capital raising, and authentic railroad building, delivering a rich financial and negotiation experience for adults and teens. ## 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. Review: Excellent - It may be a while before I find a play group that can handle this, but the quality of the product is great. The rulebook is a verbose and unnecessarily long, but I'll figure it out. Review: Ruthless cutthroat railroad baron game for up to 5 players - I really like this game it is a bit long (4+ hours) but once you have a group of friends willing to commit to this for several sessions it becomes really fun, it's a game about conquering the midwest with railroad companies, however you are an investor so you can purposefully build up or also ruin companies the point is to make the most money in the process. Ultimately it's a psychological game as well as a strategic game because you need to convince people to work with you and then throw them under the bus at the exactly right moment to emerge victorious. ## 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 | | Best Sellers Rank | #419,942 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #10,565 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 27 Reviews | | Educational Objective | To develop strategic thinking, negotiation skills, and understanding of financial concepts | | Estimated Playing Time | 2 hours | | Genre | Strategy | | Included Components | 1x Wargame | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | 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 Part Number | GMT1605 | | Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up | | 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 | Railroad | | UPC | 817054011155 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Images ![1846 The Race For The Midwest - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715Nsgz-oPL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent *by J***Y on July 14, 2026* It may be a while before I find a play group that can handle this, but the quality of the product is great. The rulebook is a verbose and unnecessarily long, but I'll figure it out. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ruthless cutthroat railroad baron game for up to 5 players *by A***L on January 14, 2019* I really like this game it is a bit long (4+ hours) but once you have a group of friends willing to commit to this for several sessions it becomes really fun, it's a game about conquering the midwest with railroad companies, however you are an investor so you can purposefully build up or also ruin companies the point is to make the most money in the process. Ultimately it's a psychological game as well as a strategic game because you need to convince people to work with you and then throw them under the bus at the exactly right moment to emerge victorious. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great introduction to 18xx games. *by O***H on June 15, 2018* If you like complex, long and interesting board games involving trains then this one is for you! A great introduction to the 18xx family. If you DONT like long complex games, avoid it like the plague. ## Frequently Bought Together - GMT Games 1846 The Race For The Midwest - Lookout Lookout Games Mayfair Games 1830 (Revised Edition) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/36994819-1846-the-race-for-the-midwest](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/36994819-1846-the-race-for-the-midwest) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-09-05*