N Scale Motrak Models MOW Shed Building Kit 13001
Add essential railroad infrastructure to your N scale layout with the Motrak Models MOW (Maintenance of Way) Shed. This authentic trackside structure represents the small buildings where track gang personnel store their tools, parts, supplies, and hand carts. Perfect for adding operational realism to any railroad scene, this versatile kit fits seamlessly along mainlines, branch lines, and yard tracks.
Product Features
- Scale: N scale (1:160) model railroad structure kit
- Building Type: Maintenance of Way (MOW) shed - essential trackside storage structure
- Construction Materials: Precision laser-cut 1/32" thick siding and backing walls, laser-cut windows and doors, Tichy windows and door, shingle material for roofing (typically peel-and-stick sheets)
- Kit Includes: All laser-cut walls, Tichy windows and door, roofing material, detail items, and easy-to-follow assembly instructions
- Footprint Dimensions: Approximately 3-3/4" × 2" (very compact 1" × 1-1/2" in some configurations per 2.5 cm × 3.8 cm)
- Construction Method: Simplified construction methods for straightforward assembly
- Proudly Made in the USA
What is a MOW Shed?
Maintenance of Way sheds are common trackside structures found along railway lines throughout North America. These small buildings serve as storage facilities for track maintenance crews, housing the tools, equipment, parts, and hand carts needed to maintain and repair the railroad. From spike mauls and rail tongs to section gang supplies, these sheds are essential to railroad operations and add authentic detail to any layout.
Modeling Applications
- Trackside placement along mainlines and branch lines
- Railroad yard and terminal areas
- Section gang and maintenance crew scenes
- Rural and remote track locations
- Industrial sidings and spurs
- Any era from steam through modern diesel operations
- Adding operational realism to layouts
- Small footprint structures for space-limited layouts
Why Choose This Kit?
The MOW Shed's simple, versatile design fits into almost any model railroad scene that includes track. Its compact size makes it perfect for filling small spaces along your right-of-way, while its authentic prototype function adds operational storytelling to your layout. The straightforward construction makes it accessible for modelers of all skill levels.
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About Motrak Models
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Note: This is an unassembled kit requiring assembly, painting, and finishing. Modeling skills recommended. Final appearance depends on builder's finishing techniques.