{"product_id":"oo-general-stores","title":"OO GENERAL STORES KIT","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO GENERAL STORES KIT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType \u0026amp; Purpose:\u003c\/b\u003e Traditional village general stores building kit representing a small community retail shop found in British towns and rural villages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale \u0026amp; Layout Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale (1:76); suitable for OO gauge scenic model railway layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic kit with detailed shopfront, window frames, brick texture, and signage panels for customisation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for village centres, suburban streets, and station approach scenes to enhance everyday realism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Dimensions (Approximate)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFootprint:\u003c\/b\u003e Suitable for standard scenic baseboards and high street layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 8–15 cm depending on build style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCategory:\u003c\/b\u003e Scenic building kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Required (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e Building components, shopfront detailing, signage elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale railway modellers creating authentic British village and town environments with strong everyday atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral stores were once essential fixtures in British communities, serving as everyday hubs for groceries and household goods. They are a key visual element in recreating realistic period scenes in model railways, helping to establish a believable social and commercial setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit adds depth and authenticity to village and town layouts, complementing surrounding residential and transport infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssemble and paint the building before positioning it within a village street, near a station, or alongside other high street shops. It works best when integrated into a broader streetscape for a cohesive layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474275954844,"sku":"DC019","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/DC019.webp?v=1729873512","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-general-stores","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}