HO Lock (2606) adds a realistic canal lock to HO scale model railway layouts, creating an authentic waterway feature for rivers, canals, and industrial harbour scenes.
Featuring:
- Detailed Canal Lock: Represents a traditional lock structure, ideal for inland waterways and working canal systems.
- HO Scale Compatibility: Designed for 1:87 HO scale layouts, complementing waterways, bridges, docks, and riverside industries.
- Enhances Scenic Realism: Adds an eye-catching focal point to canal scenes and creates opportunities for realistic freight and leisure boating displays.
Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Scale: HO (1:87)
- Prototype: Canal lock
Technical Specifications:
- Accessory Category: Scenic Structure
- Product Type: Canal lock model kit
- Scale: HO (1:87)
- Material: Plastic model kit
- Assembly: Requires assembly and painting (where applicable)
Perfect for: HO scale railway modellers building canal networks, dockyards, industrial areas, riverside towns, and countryside layouts.
Why this accessory matters
Canal locks are an important feature of inland waterways, allowing boats to navigate changes in water level while connecting industries and communities. Adding a lock enhances the realism of your layout and creates a natural link between rail and water transport.
How to use it
Assemble the lock according to the included instructions and install it within a canal or river scene. Pair it with barges, towpaths, bridges, waterside buildings, and landscaping to create an authentic and visually engaging waterfront setting.