--- product_id: 36994819 title: "- 1846 The Race For The Midwest" brand: "gmt games" price: "€ 238.71" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Gmt Games" url: https://www.desertcart.es/products/36994819-1846-the-race-for-the-midwest store_origin: ES region: Spain --- # 2-4 hours immersive gameplay Dynamic stock portfolio building 3-5 players competing as railroad tycoons - 1846 The Race For The Midwest **Brand:** gmt games **Price:** € 238.71 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚂 Own the rails, outsmart your rivals, and rule the Midwest! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** - 1846 The Race For The Midwest by gmt games - **How much does it cost?** € 238.71 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.es](https://www.desertcart.es/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 - • **Psychological Edge:** Negotiate alliances and betray at the perfect moment to dominate the market. - • **Deep Financial Gameplay:** Raise capital and leverage private company powers with fewer restrictions to outsmart rivals. - • **Perfect Gateway to 18xx:** Ideal for transitioning from lighter economic games to full-fledged 18xx complexity. - • **Strategic Railroad Empire:** Master the Midwest by investing and operating railroads with ruthless precision. - • **Tailored Player Experience:** Game scales corporations, private companies, and bank size based on player count for balanced competition. ## Overview GMT Games' 1846 The Race For The Midwest is a heavyweight 18xx board game for 3-5 players, featuring 2-4 hours of deep strategic railroad investment and operation. It uniquely scales game elements to player count and emphasizes dynamic stock market manipulation and tactical alliances, making it a top choice for millennial strategists eager to conquer the midwestern rail empire. ## 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 ![- 1846 The Race For The Midwest - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715Nsgz-oPL.jpg) ## 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* ## Frequently Bought Together - GMT Games 1846 The Race For The Midwest - Lookout Lookout Games Mayfair Games 1830 (Revised Edition) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.es/products/36994819-1846-the-race-for-the-midwest](https://www.desertcart.es/products/36994819-1846-the-race-for-the-midwest) --- *Product available on Desertcart Spain* *Store origin: ES* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*