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* Fits Steam and Diesel Era * Brick Drying House   * Detailed "Wooden" Storage Bin * Early & Late Style Towers Included   * Realistic Piping   * Decal Signs Included

Every railroad had its own ideas about sand house construction, so most were built to meet local conditions and seldom followed standard plans. Since diesels also needed sand, these structures remained in service years after the last steamer had been retired. This model fits any busy terminal and includes a unique brick drying house, a large open storage bin, and piping. Both steam- and a larger modern-era tower are included to fit your modeling era.

Click on picture to see larger version	* Fits Steam Era  * American Prototype used by Many Roads  * Compact Size for Maximum Detail in Minimum Space * Detailed Tower, Machinery Shed & Pit * Positionable Bucket & Dump Chute * Decal Signs Included
A must for any steam-era layout, equipment like the Cinder Conveyor and Ash Pit could be found in terminals large and small. Based on a Fairbanks-Morse design introduced in the late 1920s, conveyors like this served until the last day of steam. The kit includes a detailed "steel" tower, positionable dump chute and bucket, plus a complete under-track pit for more realism.

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* Fits Steam and Diesel Era * Parts for Two Complete Kits * Authentic Milwaukee Road Prototype * Decal Signs Included

 
These eight-sided towers were a fixture along the Milwaukee Road, and similar designs were used by other railroads. These towers housed a gateman who manually raised and lowered crossing gates to stop traffic when a train was coming. They were elevated so the gateman could see down the tracks over traffic and other low-level obstructions. Elevated towers were usually placed at busy grade crossings where frequent train moves required additional street traffic safeguards.

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* Perfect for Post-60s Towns * Realistic Weld Lines * Access Door & Overflow Pipe Details * Decal Signs Included

Standing tall above towns and villages across the continent, these landmarks have been part of the North American landscape since the 1960s. In use, water towers like this maintain a constant pressure in the underground supply pipelines during periods of peak demand. Most towns and many large industries have at least one.

Because they're usually the first thing visitors see, most have the village or business name on the side. Some are also adorned with the state, town slogan or logo, and occasionally, a big happy face.

The kit features a body with realistic weld lines, plus a service door entrance and overflow pipe at the base. Decals for different town names and more are also included.

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* Fits Steam- or Diesel Eras * Pre-Cut Wire Bracing * Latticework Support Legs & Caged Ladder * Decal Lettering Included

A landmark for small towns, big cities and factories since the 1900s, steel Water Tanks like these are still a common site today. Proudly emblazoned with the name of the town or the company, you'll also find them at hospitals, college campuses, and military bases.

Designed for easy construction, this kit includes a conical roof, caged ladder, and concrete base. A set of decals is included so you can personalize your model with names of towns, industries and more.

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* All-New Kit * Great for City Scenes * Classic North American Design * Fits Steam & Diesel Era * Build Full or Empty * Detailed Trusses & Steelwork

For over a century, the gas works was a fixture of American cities and towns. Long before natural gas and electricity were common, these facilities generated "coal gas" (a byproduct of coke ovens) to power street lamps, home appliances and industrial machinery.

The signature structure of any gas works, these massive storage tanks dominated the city skyline. These black giants were actually the last stop at the plant, used to store and pressurize the gas before it was fed into underground pipelines to supply customers. Gas was produced at a constant rate, so during the hours when demand was lower and more storage capacity was needed, the tank expanded using telescoping sections called "lifts." To keep these aligned as they rose and fell, they rode on a series of guide rails supported by a spider web of steel trusses on the outside of the tank.

With its intricate detail and easy construction, this model marks the first time an American-prototype gas storage tank is available. A must-have for period city scenes, one or two tanks can be used where space is limited to suggest a larger plant nearby.

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* Fits Steam or Diesel Eras * Two Complete Structure Kits * Milwaukee Road Prototype Yard Office * Great Addition to Any Yard or Large Industry Complex * Decal Signs Included

With its multi-colored brick facade, this nifty little office is perfect for any business. Based on a railroad yard office, it can easily be the office for a large fuel or grain dealer, a contractor or the administration building for a major industrial complex. It's also ideal for any small business from photo processor to TV and radio repair shop - in later years the prototype was actually used as a fish store!
 
Provide more storage for the local grain elevator, feed mill or down on the farm with this versatile structure. Typical of wooden buildings found in rural areas it can also be used alongside small industries and other businesses. The kit features detailed plastic parts to capture the look of wood construction, a rooftop vent and a set of decal signs.