In Train Simulator Classic, the Arizona Divide: Winslow – Williams route is a high-speed, high-altitude journey across the rugged landscapes of the American Southwest. Developed by Milepost Simulations, this 92-mile expansion captures the Santa Fe Railway (ATSF) in its final independent years (circa 1993), offering a unique mix of high-desert vistas and the pine-covered slopes of the Coconino National Forest.
📍 The Route: Climbing the Divide
The route represents a critical section of the Santa Fe’s Seligman Subdivision, taking trains from the high desert up to one of the highest rail summits in the United States.
- Elevation & Grades: You’ll face a grueling 2,500-foot ascent from Winslow (4,850 ft) to the Arizona Divide summit, which sits at a staggering 7,322 feet. Demanding grades of 1.4% require precise throttle management for heavy trains.
- Key Landmarks: * Canyon Diablo: The line crosses this massive gorge via a spectacular 222-foot-high steel trestle.
- Flagstaff: A major stop featuring the classic Santa Fe depot and heavy industrial switching opportunities.
- Williams Junction: The intersection where the Seligman and Phoenix Subdivisions meet, and the gateway to the Grand Canyon Railway.
- Fast-Paced Action: Despite the mountains, the double-track mainline supports speeds of up to 70 mph, making for intense, high-speed freight meets.
🚆 Rolling Stock & Period Fidelity
The add-on is a tribute to the “Super Fleet” era of the ATSF, featuring locomotives in two of the most famous liveries in railroad history.
- GE B40-8W: A high-speed, 4,000-horsepower unit wearing the iconic red-and-silver “Warbonnet” livery.
- EMD F45 & SD40-2: Classic “cowl” and “hood” units provided in the blue-and-yellow “Yellow Bonnet” freight colors.
- The Fleet: Includes 11 types of freight equipment, such as ATSF spine cars for intermodal service, double-stack containers, and modern reefers.
📊 Comparison: Arizona Divide Content
🛒 2025 Pricing & International Licensing
As of December 24, 2025, the route is a key highlight of the Steam Winter Sale.
- Standard Retail: Arizona Divide is usually $39.99.
- Sale Price: Currently $19.99 (50% off) until January 5, 2026.
- The Licensing “Catch”: Due to strict BNSF/ATSF licensing rules, official Santa Fe markings only appear for customers in the United States. International buyers will see “unbranded” versions of the locomotives, though community-made branding patches are widely available on sites like Railworks America.
