The Walthers Cornerstone Through Plate - Girder Bridge kit is an excellent addition for HO scale railroad enthusiasts. Based on a very common North American railroad bridge design, it's part of the Cornerstone Engineered Bridge System. This means it's compatible with system abutments and bridge piers. Plate - girder bridges are great for crossing short distances, around 30 to 100 feet (9.1 to 30.4m). The track passes between the spans, which is characteristic of through - type bridges. It fits well with steam, diesel, and modern eras. You can use it with the Walthers Code 83 Bridge Track 948 - 886 or other track of your choice. The kit comes with parts to build either a single - or double - track bridge. Each kit has parts for two complete spans, and you can easily combine additional kits (sold separately) to build a longer or wider bridge. The plastic parts are molded in dark gray color and feature authentic rivets and other fine details. It can be easily added to new or existing scenery.

Using this Walthers Plate Girder Bridge kit is easy. First, decide if you want to build a single - or double - track bridge. Then, take out the parts from the kit. Since the parts are molded in color, you don't need to paint them right away. Assemble the parts according to the design, and remember it's part of the Cornerstone Engineered Bridge System, so it should fit well with other system components. When placing it in your scenery, make sure the distance it's meant to cross is within the 30 to 100 - foot range. As for maintenance, keep it away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures to prevent the plastic from warping. If it gets dirty, you can gently clean it with a soft, damp cloth. That's all there is to it, and you'll have a great - looking bridge for your HO scale railroad in no time.