Scenecraft 44-086 00 Gauge Concrete Ash Storage Tower
To match the concrete locomotive coaling plant Bachmann are releasing a detailed model of the locomotive ash storage tower from the same period. Closely based on the sole remaining example at Carnforth engine shed, the ash tower was used to store locomotive ash and dump this into open wagons positioned beneath. This mechanical handling saved a lot of back-breaking shovelling. A light texture finish will be applied to simulate the concrete construction of the original with painting and weathering applied by hand. Catwalks, handrails and ladders will also be included.