The Walthers Cornerstone N Scale Western Coal Flood Loader is a fantastic addition to your railroad layout. It packs a lot of action into a small space. In today's 'just - in - time' coal delivery era, this loader meets customer schedules with ease. Inspired by large - silo coal loaders, it's used in both eastern and western coalfields. It's essentially a storage silo that holds tons of coal for quickly loading unit train gondolas and hoppers. Fed by conveyor systems from distant mines and coal processors, it lets you add a large industrial shipper to your railroad without modeling the huge coal mine shaft. The loader comes with various rooftop machinery for realistic detail. Its modular conveyor sections can be arranged in different ways or combined with other buildings like the New River Mining Company (933 - 3221) or Glacier Gravel (933 - 3241) to create a complete scene. The stackable loading silo sections allow you to build a structure that fits in areas with limited overhead clearance, such as multi - deck layouts. The kit measures 42.5 x 6.1 x 24.4cm, and conveyor sections are 10.8cm long. It's an easy - to - build plastic kit with simulated concrete construction, adjustable height, rooftop railings, and a conveyor house. Molded in appropriate colors, it's been a staple in coalfields since the 1970s and is perfect for use with coal gondolas and hoppers.

Using the Walthers Cornerstone N Scale Western Coal Flood Loader is a breeze. First, take out all the parts from the plastic kit. You can start assembling the stackable loading silo sections according to the height you need for your layout, especially if you have limited overhead clearance. Then, arrange the modular conveyor sections in different ways to fit your scene or combine them with other compatible buildings. When you're done assembling, place it on your railroad layout near coal gondolas and hoppers for a realistic coal - loading setup. 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 wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Remember, since it's a model, handle it with care to avoid any breakage.