Modelled on a hoist found at Plymouth Laira depot which is still in use today assisting with the maintenance of Locos and rolling stock. An Inspection Pit (Peco LK-56/156) was also often provided.The Rolling Underframe kit (Ref 546A) can be added to transform this unit into a movable crane. Supplied with pre-coloured parts although painting and/or weathering can add realism (See the Pecoscene Weathering Powder range PS-360 - 365); glue is required to complete this model. Footprint 61mm wide, Span 90mm

Used for light lifting work in goods depots and other yards. Also to be found inside goods sheds for unloading wagons. Chain included; kit requires glue and paints to complete.

Where carriages, multiple unit sets or modern locos are stored for cleaning and maintenance, narrow platforms are provided for access. Still widely used today alongside carriage sidings, and also within storage and maintenance facilities (See Ratio 527 Carriage Shed and Wills Modern SSM300 Modern Industrial Building and SSM315 Extension kits). Supplied with pre-coloured parts although painting and/or weathering can add realism (See the Pecoscene Weathering Powder range PS-360 - 365); glue is required to complete this model. Footprint: 500mm long plus access steps

Often seen supporting railway cuttings and embankments in urban areas where there is insufficient space for earth slopes. Make cuttings, yard walls or raised railway viaducts with these versatile sections. Supplied with pre-coloured parts although painting and/or weathering can add realism (See the Pecoscene Weathering Powder range PS-360 - 365); glue is required to complete this model. Length 350mm, Height 45mm

Pack includes: 8 Large windows (20mm x 20mm), 2 Standard windows (9mm x 20mm) , and 6 Small (9mm x 14mm) classic Midland style signal box windows.

Pack includes: 432mm of guttering, 465mm of soffits, 4 x 71mm down pipes, 1 angled water pipe and 14 down pipe brackets.

Often, the yard foreman would have an office near the yard gate, for completing paperwork and answering the telephone (don't forget the telegraph poles [Ref 452]!). Supplied with pre-coloured parts although painting and/or weathering can add realism (See the Pecoscene Weathering Powder range PS-360 - 365); glue is required to complete this model. Footprint: 46mm x 30mm.

Water towers with cranes were generally used on platforms and in other areas with restricted space. This kit will build either a tower with a flat top or the familiar GWR conical type. Includes stove, water crane etc. as well as etched brass chain and ladder; glue and paints required to complete model. Use the Ratio Water Crane and Fire Devil Kit 413 if further cranes are required.

Kit includes 48 coal sacks. Initially coal was transported in 12 ton wagons to railway yards. Coal merchants then transferred it to heavy duty 1 cwt sacks for supply to customers. The kit also includes weights and scales; supplied with pre-coloured parts although painting and/or weathering can add realism (See the Pecoscene Weathering Powder range PS-360 - 365); glue is required to complete this model.

Many goods yards had weigh bridges so that the 'carriage price' of a load to be carried by rail could be costed. Goods were then loaded into the goods shed. Supplied with pre-coloured parts although painting and/or weathering can add realism (See the Pecoscene Weathering Powder range PS-360 - 365); glue is required to complete this model. Footprint; Weighing Deck 85mm x 50mm, hut 45mm x 35mm.

Many merchants had private sidings where they could be supplied directly by rail. This kit includes office, loading platform, coal scales, hoist and 2 lamps and can be constructed in a number of ways. The Ratio 514 Pallets, Sacks and Barrels, 526 Coal Sacks kits and Modelscene 5029 Coalmen and Scales can provide extra detailing. Supplied with pre-coloured parts although painting and/or weathering can add realism; glue is required to complete this model. Footprint 160mm x 105mm

If you have a large goods yard on your layout, this would make a good mess coach for the staff. It could also be used as a dwelling or provide sleeping accomodation on a campsite. Includes clutter; glue and paints required to complete model. Footprint: 195mm x 45mm

Scratch and Kit builders accessory pack. Supplied with pre-coloured parts although painting and/or weathering can add realism; glue is required to complete this model. This kit includes:
‚Ģ 8 Semi - Circular brick arches - Internal Diameter 30mm, External Diameter 37mm
‚Ģ 8 Semi - Circular brick arches - Internal Diameter 7mm, External Diameter 11mm
‚Ģ 2 Circular brick window surrounds - Internal Diameter 8mm, External Diameter 13mm
‚Ģ 2 Window/Door Arches - Length 48mm

Provide a home for your locos, giving them cover from the elements and a place for repairs and maintenance. It is normal to find a water tower and coaling stage nearby (see Ratio 540, 505, 506, 551 and Wills SS34 kits), and an Inspection Pit (Peco LK-56/156) was also often provided. Can be used as either a single or through shed. Multiple kits can be joined together if required. Supplied with pre-coloured parts although painting and/or weathering can add realism; glue is required to complete this model. Footprint 176mm x 90mm

Kit and scratch builders accessory, 724mm of station canopy valancing and 6 notice boards.

A useful cover for passengers awaiting their train. Several kits can be combined to protect a long platform, they can also be used side by side. Glue and paints required to complete model. Footprint: 270mm x 52mm

The Southern Railway produced pre-cast concrete huts after WW2 to replace wooden huts in many locations; these were used by platelayers to store tools and for shelter. Glue and paints required to complete model. Kit includes parts for 2 huts: Footprint: 50mm x 38mm each

Pack of 2 which can also be used as cold frames. Approximately 32mm long and 22mm wide each. Glue and paints required to complete model.

The Southern Railway used these concrete sheds for storage of goods and animal feed. The characteristic short concrete piles raise the floor above ground level to keep out the damp and rodents. Glue and paints required to complete model. Footprint: 90mm x 70mm

30 sacks, 6 pallets and 4 barrels; useful for detailing around the Goods Shed (Ratio 534), Coal/Timber Merchants (Ratio 525), Provendor Store (Ratio 513) or station yard. Glue and paints required to complete model.

2 huts for shelter and tool storage or with many other uses; platelayers huts, tool stores, lamp huts etc. - even garden/allotment sheds or temporary site huts. Glue and paints required to complete model. Footprint: 42mm x 32mm each

Single track crossing for a landowner whose property is on both sides of the railway line. Glue and paints required to complete model.

Kit and scratch builders accessory, 100mm high chimney with cowl, hand wheels and chimney support wires.

A fairly universal design seen at many steam loco depots. The kit includes water gauge, water crane, fire buckets and lamp. Use the Ratio 413 Water Crane and Fire Devil kit if further cranes are required. Supplied with pre-coloured parts although painting and/or weathering can add realism; glue is required to complete this model. Footprint 90mm x 60mm