Walthers Cornerstone HO Scale Modern Diesel Shop Kit - 933-3908

Walthers Cornerstone HO Scale Modern Diesel Shop Kit - 933-3908 brings a contemporary locomotive maintenance facility to an HO scale railroad engine terminal, yard, or diesel servicing complex. Modeled after modern industrial shops used by railroads and short lines, this three-bay facility is designed for layouts from the 1980s to the present. Large roll-up service bays, interior locomotive inspection and servicing walkways, rooftop equipment, and provisions for below-ground service pits create opportunities for detailed modern railroad maintenance scenes. The finished structure measures 10-1/2 x 15-1/2 x 5-9/16" (26.67 x 39.37 x 13.99cm). Browse the complete Walthers Cornerstone model railroad buildings and structures collection for additional HO scale railroad facilities.

Modern diesel shops give railroad mechanical departments a protected location for routine inspections, servicing, repairs, and other locomotive maintenance. Walthers designed this Cornerstone structure with a spacious interior that can accommodate locomotives, shop equipment, and optional lighting upgrades, making the building well suited as a focal point for an operating diesel terminal.

Build an HO Scale Modern Diesel Maintenance Facility

The Walthers Cornerstone Modern Diesel Shop combines a contemporary exterior with interior features that help create a detailed locomotive servicing scene:

• Contemporary three-bay diesel shop design
• Suitable for HO scale layouts from the 1980s to the present
• Modeled after contemporary industrial shops used by railroads and short lines
• Three large roll-up locomotive service bays
• Interior locomotive inspection and servicing walkways
• Spacious interior for locomotives and additional shop equipment
• Interior provides opportunities for modeler-installed lighting upgrades
• Designed for slightly below-ground placement to model built-in service pits
• Detailed rooftop HVAC units
• Separate rooftop vents and stack
• Decal sheet includes warning stripes and safety markings for interior floors
• Ideal for routine locomotive maintenance and repair scenes
• Can also support scenes involving new locomotive deliveries
• Measures 10-1/2 x 15-1/2 x 5-9/16" (26.67 x 39.37 x 13.99cm)

The three service bays provide plenty of opportunities for creating an active diesel maintenance scene. Position locomotives inside and outside the building and add shop equipment, workers, service vehicles, tools, spare parts, and trackside details. The interior walkways and provisions for service pits can help make the shop an operational destination where locomotives arrive for inspections and maintenance before returning to service.

Expand Your Walthers Cornerstone HO Scale Diesel Terminal

The Modern Diesel Shop is a natural centerpiece for Walthers Cornerstone engine and maintenance facilities. Combine it with diesel fueling facilities, sanding equipment, locomotive storage tracks, yard structures, and other service buildings to create a larger contemporary railroad maintenance complex.

Additional Walthers Cornerstone railroad structures can expand the surrounding yard and railroad property. Browse HO Scale Walthers Cornerstone buildings for additional structures, while Walthers Cornerstone accessories and details can help complete service tracks, shop areas, and surrounding railroad scenes.

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