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Based on typical early 20th Century industrial buildings the Walthers Cornerstone Union Crane and Shovel Co. is an easy-to-build kit that will add realism to older industrial areas on your layout. The building features a railcar door and grooves in the base to accept Code 80 rail. Brick curtain-wall construction, a tall center clerestory and large, multi-paned windows give Union Crane and Shovel a vintage industrial look that's perfect in any steam or diesel-era layout. Union Crane and Shovel is just one of a wide variety of Cornerstone N Scale industrial buildings. Perfect stand-alone industry Fits 1900 and later modeling eras Railcar door and floor grooves for Code 80 rail Holds cars or locos up to 57' long Build with metal or wood end door Also makes a great single-stall engine house for industrial and short line use Molded in appropriate colors Easy-to-build plastic kit Kit - 5-5/8 x 4-1/4 x 3" or 14 x 10.6 x 7.5cm

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Give your HO Scale railroad a modern place to service its diesel fleet. Modeled after the contemporary shops used by railroads and short lines from the 1980s to today, the Walthers Cornerstone Modern Diesel Shop has three large roll-up service bays, a detailed rooftop and an interior with locomotive inspection walkways. It makes a natural centerpiece for an engine terminal, whether you are modeling routine maintenance, repairs or a new locomotive delivery. Specifications Brand Walthers Cornerstone Item Number 933-3908 UPC 616374214556 Scale HO (1:87) Type Plastic structure kit, assembly required Assembled Size 10-1/2 x 15-1/2 x 5-9/16" (26.67 x 39.37 x 13.99cm) Service Bays Three, with roll-up doors Era 1980s to present Features Contemporary 3-bay design. Three large roll-up service bays capture the look of modern railroad and short line shops. Detailed rooftop. HVAC units, vents and a stack add realism when the shop is viewed from above. Working interior. Locomotive inspection and servicing walkways line the bays inside. Room to detail. The spacious interior leaves space for locomotives, shop equipment or a lighting upgrade. Safety markings included. A decal sheet adds warning stripes and safety markings for the interior floors. Built-in service pits. Designed for slightly below-ground placement so you can model the pits real shops use. Frequently Asked Questions How big is it?The finished shop measures 10-1/2 x 15-1/2 x 5-9/16 inches (26.67 x 39.37 x 13.99cm), so plan your engine terminal around that footprint. Does it need to sit below grade?It is designed for slightly below-ground placement to model built-in service pits. Plan for a shallow recess in your benchwork or scenery to show the pits as intended. Can I light the interior?Yes. The interior is roomy enough for a lighting upgrade. Lighting is not included in the kit. What era does it fit?It is modeled on facilities used from the 1980s to today, so it suits any modern diesel-era layout. Pair it with the Walthers Cornerstone fueling and sanding facilities to build out a full terminal. Explore More Walthers Cornerstone Kits Buildings & Structures HO Scale Tools & Adhesives

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Bring modern passenger service to your layout with the Walthers Cornerstone Amtrak® Rural Station kit, based on the real Amtrak stop in Rensselaer, Indiana. It captures the look of today's small-town rail stops perfectly — a long concrete platform with safety fencing, platform lights, and an enclosed waiting area just big enough for a bench and a handful of travelers. Station sign decals for Rensselaer plus additional city names let you drop it into your own HO Scale railroad's territory. Looking for more HO Scale building kits? Browse our HO Scenery & Buildings and HO Track & Accessories. Features Based on the modern Amtrak station in Rensselaer, Indiana — ideal for contemporary passenger operations Detailed modern concrete platform with safety fencing Enclosed waiting area with interior bench Non-functional platform lights add realistic detail Station is interior lighting ready (lighting sold separately) Station sign decals for Rensselaer, Indiana and additional city names included Assembled model measures 22-7/8 x 4-15/16 x 2-11/16" (58.1 x 12.5 x 6.8 cm) Scale: HO (1:87) More Information Brand Walthers Cornerstone Item Number 933-3392 Scale HO Scale (1:87) Product Type Kit — Building Condition New Assembly Kit (Requires Assembly) Material Plastic Era Modern Assembled Dimensions 22-7/8 x 4-15/16 x 2-11/16" (58.1 x 12.5 x 6.8 cm) UPC 616374227372 FAQ Does this kit require assembly?Yes. This is a molded plastic structure kit that assembles with plastic cement (sold separately). Parts are molded in appropriate colors, so painting is optional — though a little weathering makes the concrete platform pop. Do the platform lights work?The platform lights are non-functional detail parts. The waiting area is interior lighting ready, so you can easily add your own lighting (sold separately). Can I use a different town name on the station signs?Yes. Along with Rensselaer, Indiana, the decal sheet includes additional city names, so you can match the station to your own layout's locale. How much space does the finished station need?The assembled platform runs about 23 inches long and 5 inches deep — it sits neatly alongside a straight stretch of mainline or passing siding.

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Add a staple of the coal industry to your HO Scale railroad with this WalthersMainline 50’ Bethgon Coalporter Coal Gondola, decorated for CSX #379884. Built by Bethlehem Steel’s Johnstown American Corporation, the Bethgon’s all-aluminum body and unique trough-style bottom maximize coal-hauling capacity. With no bottom discharge chutes, these cars unload by rotary dump and run in long unit trains across the modern North American network. Looking for more HO rolling stock or track? Browse our HO Scale Trains & Track and HO Track, Tools & Accessories collections. Features Ready-to-run 50’ Bethgon Coalporter gondola All-aluminum prototype with trough-style bottom for maximum coal capacity Crisply printed graphics and legible stencils on car sides and ends Individually molded and applied internal bracing Scale 36" diameter turned metal wheels Genuine Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers Add your own coal load (Chooch flexible loads sold separately); pairs with the Cornerstone Rotary Dumper (933-4170) Appropriate for layouts set from the 1970s to the present day Scale: HO Scale (1:87) More Information Brand WalthersMainline Item Number 910-57204 Scale HO Scale (1:87) Car Type 50’ Bethgon Coalporter Gondola Road Name CSX Road Number #379884 Era Modern (1970s–Present) Coupler Knuckle (Proto MAX) Wheels 36" Metal Condition New UPC 616374231836 Frequently Asked Questions Does the car come with a coal load?No — it’s modeled empty so you can add your own. Chooch flexible coal loads (sold separately) drop right in. Are couplers and wheels installed?Yes. It’s ready to run with genuine knuckle couplers and 36" metal wheelsets already mounted. What scale and era is this?HO Scale (1:87), appropriate for layouts from the 1970s to the present day. Can I run several together?Absolutely — Bethgons run in long unit coal trains. We stock matching road numbers so you can build a realistic consist.

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The Walthers SceneMaster Morgan Olson Route Star Van brings modern delivery-fleet realism to your HO scale layout. Decorated in bright Cable Internet Service "Webworks" graphics, this fully assembled van is ready to park curbside, stage along a service route, or detail a busy city street the moment it comes out of the box. Looking for more HO scale details? Browse our Figures & Vehicles and HO Track & Accessories. Features Fully assembled and ready to place — no building or painting required. Officially licensed replica of the modern Morgan Olson Route Star walk-in delivery van. Colorful, sharply printed Cable Internet Service graphics. Accurately molded body with correct contemporary styling and rear doors. Durable injection-molded plastic construction. Scale: HO Scale (1:87) More Information Brand Walthers SceneMaster Item Number 949-12119 Scale HO Scale (1:87) Product Type Vehicle Era Modern Condition New UPC 616374230549 FAQ Is this van assembled and ready to use?Yes. It comes fully assembled and decorated — just set it on your layout. What scale is this vehicle?It's HO scale (1:87), correctly sized to fit alongside standard HO buildings, figures, and rolling stock. Is it a powered or motorized model?No, it's a static display vehicle for scenery and detailing. The wheels let you pose it naturally on roads and lots.

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Modernize your HO scale layout's roads and parking lots with this fully assembled Walthers SceneMaster Morgan Olson Route Star Van in a generic "Cargo Vehicle Rental" white delivery scheme. Modeled after the contemporary step-in vans serving small businesses and fleet operators across North America, this licensed replica is the perfect everyday delivery van for urban scenes, industrial parks, and warehouse loading docks. Features Newly tooled, officially licensed Morgan Olson Route Star body Five authentic body styles in the series with correct rear doors Full-color decoration in a generic white "Cargo Vehicle Rental" livery Detailed driving compartment with interior bulkhead Fully assembled and ready to place on your layout Pairs perfectly with HO scale loading docks, fuel facilities, and downtown scenes Specifications Brand Walthers SceneMaster Item Number 949-12117 Scale HO (1:87) Type Vehicle - Step-in Delivery Van Prototype Morgan Olson Route Star Livery Cargo Vehicle Rental (generic white) Era Modern (2000s-Present) Assembly Fully Assembled Material Plastic Frequently Asked Questions Is this vehicle assembled or a kit?Fully assembled and decorated. Just take it out of the package and place it on your layout — no painting, gluing, or decals required. What scale is this van?HO scale (1:87). It will look right next to HO scale buildings, figures, and rolling stock. Does the van have working lights or moving parts?No — this is a static scenery vehicle without lighting or motorization. The wheels do roll for posing on roads. What's the prototype?The Morgan Olson Route Star is a real-world step-in delivery van body built on Freightliner and Ram chassis, used by package carriers, fleet operators, and small businesses throughout North America. Explore More Browse more HO Scale products, Figures & Vehicles, and the rest of our Scenery & Accessories collection.

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Add a touch of Victorian-era charm to your HO Scale layout with the Walthers Trainline 931-951 Queen Anne House Victorian House. Inspired by the famous "Painted Ladies" found in cities like San Francisco and beyond, this kit captures the intricate trim, elegant rooflines, and bright color potential that make these historic homes stand out. It also features the iconic gingerbread decorative woodwork — elaborate scrollwork and fretwork popular in the late 19th century — that adds authentic Victorian-era detail and character. Looking for more HO Scale building kits? Browse our HO Scale Scenery & Buildings and HO Scale Track & Accessories. Features Detailed walls, window frames, and porches with period-accurate architectural details Ideal for steam- and diesel-era layout settings Perfect for residential scenes near streetcars, commuter lines, or town centers Molded in colors for quick display — can be customized with paint and weathering Save with five-building bundle packs Shown assembled, painted and weathered by modeler Scale: HO (1:87) More Information Brand WalthersTrainline

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Bring your model railroad to life with this Walthers Cornerstone Spaces interior lighting and detail insert, designed to fit the Brick Cape Cod House kit (#933-3774, sold separately). The all-in-one accessory transforms a static structure into a vibrant, story-filled scene with a printed two-room interior and a warm, energy-efficient LED ready to install behind the building's windows. Looking for more HO Scale building accessories? Browse our HO Scenery & Buildings and HO Track & Accessories. Features Designed to fit the Walthers Cornerstone Brick Cape Cod House kit (#933-3774, sold separately) Adds realistic interior depth and storytelling potential with minimal assembly Printed two-room interior sheet visible through the building's windows and doors Includes one compact, energy-efficient LED for a warm interior glow Perfect for foreground models, photography, or bringing a scene to life inside and out Part of the new Spaces by Cornerstone line of all-in-one lighting and detail kits Scale: HO (1:87) More Information Brand Walthers Cornerstone Item Number 933-4704 Scale HO (1:87) Product Type Interior Lighting & Detail Insert Condition New Assembly Easy-to-install insert (minimal assembly) Includes Printed interior for two rooms, 1 LED light Fits Walthers Cornerstone Brick Cape Cod House (#933-3774, sold separately) Era Any Era FAQ Does this include the Cape Cod House itself?No. This kit only includes the interior printed sheet and one LED light. You'll need the Walthers Cornerstone Brick Cape Cod House kit (#933-3774, sold separately) to use this insert. How does the LED get powered?The LED is sized for standard model railroad layout power. Wiring is included for hassle-free installation. Is any painting or assembly required?Minimal assembly only. The printed interior sheet is ready to install and the LED comes pre-wired. No painting is required. Will this work with other Cape Cod kits?This insert is specifically sized for the Walthers Cornerstone Brick Cape Cod House (#933-3774). It is not designed to fit other manufacturers' Cape Cod kits.

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The Walthers Cornerstone Spaces - Vintage Gas Station is an interior lighting and detail insert kit designed to bring the inside of your existing Vintage Gas Station (Walthers Cornerstone #933-3541, sold separately) to life. Two energy-efficient LED units illuminate the interior while a printed detail sheet and a 3D-printed tool chest add depth and character visible through every window and door. Minimal assembly and a clean drop-in fit make it a quick weekend upgrade for any HO scale layout. Looking for more HO scale building kits and detail parts? Browse our HO Scenery & Buildings and HO Track & Accessories. Features Adds realistic interior lighting and printed detail to the Walthers Cornerstone Vintage Gas Station #933-3541 (sold separately). Includes 2 compact LED light units for the two interior rooms. Printed interior detail sheet visible through the windows and doors. 3D-printed tool chest accent for added visual interest. Minimal assembly required - designed to drop into the matching Cornerstone kit with no painting needed. Scale: HO (1:87). More Information Brand Walthers Cornerstone Item Number 933-4703 Scale HO (1:87) Product Type Interior Lighting & Detail Insert Kit Condition New in Box Assembly Minimal Assembly Required Material Plastic, Printed Cardstock, 3D-Printed Companion Kit Walthers Cornerstone #933-3541 (sold separately) FAQ Do I need anything else to use this kit?Yes - this is an add-on for the Walthers Cornerstone Vintage Gas Station #933-3541. The base building is sold separately and is required. How are the LEDs powered?Each LED has wire leads that connect to a standard 12V DC layout lighting power supply (sold separately). Walthers recommends a regulated DC source. How hard is it to install?Minimal - the printed insert and 3D-printed tool chest are designed to drop into the existing Cornerstone kit, and no painting is needed. Can I reuse the LEDs in another building?The printed insert is sized for the 933-3541 kit, but the two LED units can be repurposed in any HO scale structure that needs interior lighting.

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The Walthers Cornerstone 933-3177 Parkview Terrace Background Building adds apartment-style depth to the back of your HO scale layout without eating up valuable real estate. This four-story brick apartment kit is a partial-depth background model designed to sit against a backdrop, letting you extend a neighborhood scene with believable architecture. Looking for more HO scale building kits? Browse our HO Scenery & Buildings and HO Track & Accessories. Features Four-story brick apartment facade for the back of your layout Partial-depth background building design saves layout space Molded in color for easy finishing Includes window acetate and detail parts Pairs well with other Walthers Cornerstone buildings to form a complete streetscape Scale: HO (1:87) More Information Brand Walthers Cornerstone Item Number 933-3177 Scale HO (1:87) Product Type Kit — Background Building Assembly Kit (Requires Assembly) Material Plastic Era Modern / Transition / Steam Era Condition New FAQ What is a background building?Background buildings are partial-depth structures designed to sit against a layout's backdrop. They give the illusion of a full building footprint while only taking a few inches of real estate. Does this kit require assembly?Yes, this is a plastic kit that requires assembly and plastic cement. Molded colors make painting optional, though weathering is recommended. What era does this fit?Brick apartment buildings like this fit layouts from the early 20th century through modern day.

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Drop a hardworking trackside industry into your HO scale layout with the Walthers Cornerstone Vulcan Manufacturing Company. The two-story brick plant with clerestory roof, attached boiler house, and tall brick smokestack is a perfect fit for any steam or diesel-era division — equally believable as a steel fabricator, foundry, or heavy machine shop. Pair it with the optional craneway shed and overhead crane to build out a full industrial scene that earns its place on the timetable. Looking for more HO Scale building kits? Browse our HO Scale Scenery & Buildings and HO Scale Track & Accessories. Features Two-story brick main building with clerestory monitor roof for natural-light interior detail Attached boiler house and tall brick smokestack add visual weight and a real reason for that spur track Roofed craneway shed for an overhead crane (crane sold separately) so loads can transfer to and from rail cars Realistic decals included for wall signs and lettering, ready to drop on right out of the box Fits steam and diesel-era layouts — works for steel fabrication, foundries, or any heavy industry Scale: HO (1:87) More Information Brand Walthers Cornerstone Item Number 933-3045 Scale HO (1:87) Product Type Kit — Building Condition New Assembly Kit (Requires Assembly) Material Plastic Era Steam and Diesel Main Building 9 x 9-3/8 x 8 in (22.9 x 23.8 x 20.3 cm) Canopy 8-3/8 x 9-1/8 in FAQ Does the kit need glue and paint?Yes. This is an unpainted Cornerstone styrene kit that requires plastic cement for assembly. The molded brick walls take washes and weathering powders well — a base brick color plus a black wash on the smokestack does most of the heavy lifting. How much layout space does it need?The main building footprint is roughly 9 x 9-3/8 inches. Add the canopy and an optional crane track and most modelers plan on a 12 x 14 inch corner of the layout for the full scene. Is the overhead crane included?No. The roofed craneway shed is included, but the actual overhead crane is sold separately. Walthers' Cornerstone craneway accessories drop right in. What industries does this fit?Anything heavy — steel fabrication, foundries, machine shops, boiler works, or general manufacturing. The architecture is generic enough that custom signage and weathering can sell almost any prototype.

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The Walthers SceneMaster 949-6022 pack adds six hand-painted HO-scale construction workers to your layout — exactly the kind of figures you need to populate a building site, roadwork crew, industrial scene, or anywhere your trains pass real-world work happening. Set #1 covers the basic crew poses: workers in safety gear, hard hats, and reflective vests in natural standing, working, and observing positions. Looking for more HO figures and scenery? Browse our Figures & Vehicles and Scenery collections. Features Six hand-painted HO-scale figures — construction workers in realistic working poses. Detailed sculpting with appropriate clothing, hard hats, reflective vests, and safety gear. Authentic factory-applied paint — ready to place on your layout straight from the package. Part of the Walthers SceneMaster Construction Workers series — pair with Set #2 (949-6023) for a 12-figure crew. Scale: HO (1:87). More Information Brand Walthers SceneMaster Item Number 949-6022 Scale HO Scale (1:87) Product Type Figure pack — 6 painted figures Set Theme Construction Workers Set #1 Material Plastic, hand-painted Assembly Ready to use Era Modern Condition New UPC 616374111251 FAQ How many figures are in the pack?Six (6) painted construction workers. Are they painted or unpainted?Fully hand-painted at the factory in authentic safety-vest orange, hard-hat colors, and clothing tones. Ready to place straight from the blister pack. Will they fit standing on a flat surface?Yes — the figures have flat bases molded into the feet. For a more secure mount, a tiny drop of CA glue or a hot-glue dot will keep them planted on the layout. What's the difference between Set #1 (949-6022) and Set #2 (949-6023)?Different poses. Set #1 covers basic standing/working/observing poses; Set #2 covers crew with tools, leaning, and supervising. Combine for a 12-figure crew with no duplicate poses.

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