The Whittle Shortline Railroad - Wooden Toy Trains!
Union Pacific Operation Lifesaver GP38 Diesel Engine
Modeled after Union Pacific’s Operation Lifesaver GP38, this locomotive reflects the special safety-themed design used to promote railroad crossing awareness across UP territory. It combines Union Pacific’s familiar GP38 profile with Operation Lifesaver messaging, tying the engine to both everyday freight service and rail safety education.
Handcrafted by real railfans, our wooden trains are designed as durable, child-friendly toys made for years of play and often treasured as keepsakes and heirlooms. While safety and durability always come first in our designs, each piece is still inspired by the look and spirit of the real train.
- Track Compatibility: Compatible with Brio, Thomas Wooden Railway, and other major wooden train track systems
- Safety: Non-toxic paints and finishes
- Age Recommendation: Ages 3+ due to small parts
- Size: May vary slightly due to handmade nature. Our trains generally range from about 3 inches long to over 7 inches long, depending on the specific engine or car.
