Water tanks were typically located at strategic points along the railway line, such as at stations, depots, or other locations where trains would stop for servicing. The tanks were often elevated above the track level to allow gravity to assist with the flow of water into the locomotive's tender. If you are running steam loco's then a water tank is a must!
This water tower was inspired by the tower at Weybourne which has appeared in the Dads Army episode, "The Royal Train". The kit consists of the main tower stand and tank and supports. The tank cover clips onto the main tank body. Some assembly is required and superglue is ideal to fix the rail supports to the top of the brick supports. The middle support is identified as having a pipe fitted to it. Check out our shop as we also supply the water crane.
Your order will come with the following :
3 water tower supports
1 water tank
1 water tank lid
1 rail bed to support the tank
The tower is approx 67mm x 33mm x 65mm tall
This listing is for six resin printed pieces in grey, painted versions are shown just for information only and is not supplied.
Water tanks are an important component of steam railways because they are used to store and supply the water needed to power the steam locomotives. Steam engines require a constant supply of water to generate steam, which is used to power the engine's pistons and turn the locomotive's wheels.
The amount of water carried by a locomotive varied depending on the design and size of the engine, as well as the length of the journey it was expected to make. Large locomotives could carry several thousand gallons of water, while smaller engines might carry only a few hundred gallons.
In addition to water tanks, steam railways also typically had coal or fuel depots where the locomotives could refuel. Together, these facilities allowed steam trains to operate over long distances without needing to stop for extended periods.
Finishing: All items are cleaned and cured by hand. They are unassembled (if needed). Ready for you to prime and paint.
We do our very best to remove support marks but some fine sanding may be required.
All pieces and parts come unprimed and unpainted with all supports removed.
Please do bear in mind that resin can be quite delicate so try to avoid dropping your parts! Sadly, we can't be held responsible for breakages once your item has arrived. However, if the piece is broken in the post, please provide images and we will see what we can do to help.