The Walthers Cornerstone HO Scale Open - Air Transload Building is a must - have for model railroad enthusiasts. This easy - to - build plastic kit combines style and function, allowing you to add a post - War freight transfer facility near your yard or team track. By the 1950s, many railroads needed larger transload facilities due to the growth of trucking. This kit features a large concrete loading dock, an enclosed staging warehouse, and a sheltered dock. Patterned after a Santa Fe prototype, it's suitable for boxcars and flatcars and can be found across the continent. You can detail it with pallets, drums, sacks, and forklifts (sold separately), making it a great stop for way freights and switchers if you're into prototype operations. It fits any North American steam or diesel - era railroad from the 1950s to the 1990s. The kit includes ramps, docks, and canopies, and is molded in appropriate colors. The building measures 25 x 5 - 1/4 x 3 inches (63.5 x 13.3 x 7.6 cm).

Using this Walthers Open - Air Transload Building is a breeze. First, open the plastic kit and carefully take out all the parts. Assemble the ramps, docks, and canopies according to the instructions. You can place the building near your yard or team track on your model railroad. To make it more realistic, add pallets, drums, sacks, and forklifts (you'll need to buy these separately). It fits well with North American steam or diesel - era railroads from the 1950s to the 1990s. When handling the building, be gentle as the plastic parts can break if dropped or mishandled. For maintenance, just use a soft, dry cloth to clean the building. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they might damage the molded colors. Keep it in a dry place to prevent any warping or damage. With proper use and care, this building will be a great addition to your model railroad for a long time.