{"product_id":"dapol-oo-travelling-dockside-crane-kit","title":"Dapol OO Travelling Dockside Crane Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eOO TRAVELLING DOCKSIDE CRANE KIT\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Type \u0026amp; Purpose: Mobile dockside crane designed for loading and unloading freight wagons in yard, harbour, and industrial dock scenes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Scale \u0026amp; Layout Compatibility: OO scale (1:76); suitable for OO gauge layouts and freight yards.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Construction \u0026amp; Finish: Injection-moulded plastic kit with fine structural detailing; designed for static scenic use (non-powered).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Layout Integration: Positionable design allows placement alongside sidings, docks, or goods yards to enhance operational realism.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eModel Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Scale: OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Height: Varies by assembly position (approx. 10-15 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Footprint: Suitable for standard OO scenic dockside areas\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Category: Scenic \/ Industrial infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Power Requirement: None\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Assembly: Required (kit-built)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Paint\/Glue: Required (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Recommended Age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Included: One dockside crane kit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for: OO scale modellers creating realistic freight yards, harbour scenes, and industrial dockside layouts with operational character.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDockside cranes were a key feature of British industrial rail infrastructure, enabling efficient transfer of goods between ships, warehouses, and rail wagons. They played a major role in freight handling during the steam and early diesel eras, particularly in coastal trade hubs and inland docks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis model adds strong visual focus and operational realism to goods yards, helping to recreate authentic loading scenes and industrial railway activity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssemble the crane according to the kit instructions and position it adjacent to sidings or dockside track. It can be posed to simulate loading or unloading operations. No electrical connection is required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAPOL","offers":[{"title":"Hobbyco","offer_id":40428496748745,"sku":"10071837","price":21.59,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9803\/5810\/files\/05aa4cb5f88949cb940a39b5d08c38f8.png?v=1781674656","url":"https:\/\/www.jbhifi.com.au\/products\/dapol-oo-travelling-dockside-crane-kit","provider":"JB Hi-Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}