The Walthers Cornerstone Sanding Tower & Drying House kit in N scale (Part#933 - 3813) is a must - have for model railroaders. Ideal for all eras, it adds realism to steam and diesel - era locomotive servicing scenes. Each railroad's sand house was unique, built for local needs, and these structures stayed in use long after steam locomotives retired. This model suits any busy terminal. It comes with a brick drying house, a detailed wooden storage bin, early and late - style sanding towers, and realistic piping. Decal signs are also included. It's perfect for both steam and diesel - era layouts. Measures: Early Sanding Tower: 1 - 7/8 x 7/8 x 2 - 7/8' (4.8 x 2.2 x 7.3cm); Late Sanding Tower: 3 - 1/2 x 3/4 x 4 - 7/32' (8.9 x 1.9 x 10.7cm); Drying House: 1 - 11/16 x 1 - 13/16' (4.3 x 4.6cm); Storage Bin: 1 - 11/16 x 3 - 1/2' (4.3 x 8.9cm).

Using this Walthers sanding tower and drying house kit is easy. First, carefully unpack all the parts. You can start assembling the brick drying house, the detailed wooden storage bin, and the sanding towers according to the included instructions. Place the model in your layout to add a realistic touch to your steam or diesel - era scenes. When handling the parts, be gentle as they are delicate. Avoid dropping or applying too much pressure. To maintain your model, keep it in a dry place away from direct sunlight. You can use a soft brush to clean off any dust every once in a while. If you want to use the decal signs, follow the instructions for proper application. That way, your model will stay in great shape for a long time.