New River Mining Company Building Kit

Details:

The prototypes for coal mine tipples like the Walthers Cornerstone New River Mining Company kit are typical of 1950s corrugated structures, many of which are still served today. Based on a trackside coal tipple for loading hoppers or gondolas, this easy-to-build kit features realistic corrugated metal construction, steel supports and separate ladders and stairways. New River is set up to load hoppers on three tracks, and if you're modeling a mine that loads coal trucks for short hauls you can choose to replace a track with a road. The New River Mining Co. also includes a conveyor with supports that can be run underground into the mine or distant mine head.

Features:

• Authentic coal tipple for late steam or diesel eras 
• Typical of coal loaders across the continent
• Use alone at trackside or as part of a larger coal mine operation
• Realistic corrugated metal construction
• Conveyor and supports for above or below-ground operations
• Separate slack bin
• Handle hoppers, gondolas or trucks on three loading pockets
• Separate windows, walkway and stairs
• Includes main building, truck loading facility and conveyor
• Easy-to-build plastic kit
• Molded in appropriate colors and clear glazing