{"product_id":"dapol-oo-water-tower-kit","title":"Dapol OO Water Tower Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eOO WATER TOWER KIT.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Classic Railway Water Supply Structure: Traditional water tower used for replenishing steam locomotives, ideal for steam-era depot scenes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Authentic British Railway Detail: Brick or timber-style construction with tank platform and pipework detailing for realistic yard environments.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Construction \u0026amp; Finish: Injection-moulded plastic kit with moulded surface detail suitable for painting and weathering.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Layout Integration: Designed for placement beside engine sheds, sidings, or station yards in OO scale layouts.\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: Variable depending on build configuration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Scale: OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Model: Water Tower Kit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Material: Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Assembly: Required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Paint\/Glue: Required (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Recommended Age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for: OO scale railway modellers building steam-era depots, goods yards, or station servicing areas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWater towers were essential infrastructure on steam-era railways, supplying locomotives with the water needed for steam generation. They are iconic features that add operational realism and historical depth to model railway layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssemble and paint the structure, then position it near an engine shed, goods yard, or platform approach where locomotives would realistically take on water. Weathering is recommended for added realism.\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":40428592431305,"sku":"10071797","price":18.89,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9803\/5810\/files\/671b2ad6e8c34bee908c87a09e04378b.png?v=1782363887","url":"https:\/\/www.jbhifi.com.au\/products\/dapol-oo-water-tower-kit","provider":"JB Hi-Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}