Operation North Pole (ONP) is a volunteer-based public charity that works with Chicago’s major children’s hospitals, providing a day of fun and fantasy for families who have a child battling a life threatening illness by hosting a fantasy trip to the North Pole. It's ONP's goal to provide these families an unforgettable experience amidst very challenging times.

Each year ONP charters a special Metra train, designing special vinyl wraps that adorn both the outside and the insides of the cars. Kato USA is proud to continue its tradition of offering models of these Operation North Pole Trains with the 2019 version, available from Kato USA as a special "custom painted" model! As with all previous releases, a portion of the proceeds of sales from these sets will go towards Operation North Pole to help support their cause!

• EMD F40PH #174 “ONP”
• Nippon Sharyo Cab-Coach #8450 “Vitalant”
• Nippon Sharyo Coach #6093 “Rosemont”
• Nippon Sharyo Coach #6092 “Donald E. Stephens”
• Nippon Sharyo Coach #6091 “Allstate Arena”
• Nippon Sharyo Cab-Coach #8515 “ONP” - with Special Wreath End decoration