Gordon first appeared in the 1st book in Reverend Wilbert Awdry's The Railway Series, entitled 'The Three Railway Engines,' in 1945 and two other books in the series are dedicated to him, No.8 'Gordon the Big Engine' and No.31 'Gordon the High Speed Engine.'.
The Bachmann 58744BE Thomas and Friends Gordon The Express Engine is an excellent product for toy train collectors and enthusiasts who love the beloved children's television series "Thomas & Friends."