{"product_id":"ratio-oo-ho-506-square-water-tower-kit","title":"Ratio OO\/HO 506 Square Water Tower Plastic Model Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBring authentic steam-age detail to your layout with this classic square water tower kit.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe Ratio 506 is an injection-moulded plastic kit recreating the classic square water tower found at steam locomotive depots across Britain, complete with crane, gauge, fire buckets and lamp. It's a great little detail project for OO\/HO modellers wanting authentic depot scenery without a complicated build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"flex items-start gap-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-zinc-700\"\u003eClassic square water tower design seen at steam depots nationwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"flex items-start gap-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-zinc-700\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mt-2 h-1 w-1 shrink-0 rounded-full bg-blue-600\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIncludes water gauge, water crane, fire buckets and lamp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"flex items-start gap-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-zinc-700\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mt-2 h-1 w-1 shrink-0 rounded-full bg-blue-600\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePre-coloured parts for a quick, satisfying build\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"flex items-start gap-2 text-sm leading-relaxed text-zinc-700\"\u003eCompact 90mm x 60mm footprint fits neatly into any depot scene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo steam-era layout feels complete without a water tower lurking by the running lines, and Ratio's 506 Square Water Tower is a long-standing favourite for adding that authentic depot atmosphere. It's a simple plastic kit covering a design seen at countless sheds up and down the country, making it a versatile addition to almost any OO\/HO steam-era scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI haven't built this particular kit myself, but after digging through RMWeb threads and builder reviews, the consensus is reassuring: it's a straightforward, beginner-friendly build with a modest parts count, clean mouldings, and no reported fit issues. Most builders simply trim the flash, dry-fit the panels, and glue together in an evening. The pre-coloured plastic means you can get it on the layout quickly, though a acrylic paints, a wash and some careful weathering will really lift the realism and tie it into your scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScroll back up and hit Add To Cart to get yours on the workbench this weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic injection-moulded kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGauge\/Scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOO\/HO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater tower, water gauge, water crane, fire buckets and lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFootprint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90mm x 60mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied with pre-coloured parts; glue required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e A light wash and some rust streaking around the tank base will instantly transform the pre-coloured plastic into a weathered, well-used depot fixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Ratio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59048388428040,"sku":"506","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/8368\/2824\/files\/Ratio506oohosquarewatertower.webp?v=1791537580","url":"https:\/\/www.scalemodelscenery.co.uk\/products\/ratio-oo-ho-506-square-water-tower-kit","provider":"Scale Model Scenery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}