{"product_id":"933-2912","title":"Walthers Cornerstone HO Scale State Line Farm Supply Kit - 933-2912","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalthers Cornerstone HO Scale State Line Farm Supply Kit 933-2912\u003c\/strong\u003e recreates a classic North American agricultural equipment dealership and repair business, complete with a distinctive barrel roof, decorative brick storefront, large garage doors, trackside unloading ramp, and separate fuel storage tanks. Designed for HO scale model railroad layouts, this versatile plastic structure kit is an excellent addition to rural towns, agricultural communities, industrial districts, and modern suburban scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFarm supply businesses have long served as important commercial centers in agricultural communities, selling equipment, machinery, replacement parts, and supplies to local farmers. Many early dealerships received tractors and other agricultural machinery by railroad, making them ideal industries for model railroad switching operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe completed main building measures \u003cstrong\u003e7-1\/4 x 5-3\/8 x 3 inches (18.4 x 13.7 x 7.6 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e. With interchangeable building components, optional rear wall arrangements, and multiple business signs, the State Line Farm Supply can represent several different commercial businesses across a wide range of modeling eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/ho-scale-walthers-cornerstone\"\u003eHO Scale Walthers Cornerstone buildings and structures\u003c\/a\u003e for additional commercial, agricultural, and railroad facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eState Line Farm Supply Kit Features and Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic agricultural equipment dealership:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recreates a farm supply and machinery repair business found in towns throughout North America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive barrel roof:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features the curved roof design associated with many early twentieth-century commercial and industrial buildings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative brick facade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes realistic architectural detailing suitable for farm equipment dealers, garages, and commercial businesses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterchangeable front details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional windows and doors allow different storefront arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo rear wall options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose between a wall with large doors or one with windows to suit the modeled business.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeparate trackside unloading ramp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a realistic location for receiving farm machinery and other freight delivered by railroad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuel storage tanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes separate fuel and heating oil tanks for additional industrial detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple business signs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decals allow the building to represent different commercial operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteam- and diesel-era applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for layouts representing the 1920s through the present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-to-build plastic kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded in appropriate base colors with clear window glazing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain building dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-1\/4 x 5-3\/8 x 3 inches (18.4 x 13.7 x 7.6 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrackside unloading ramp:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-7\/8 x 2 x 5\/8 inches (20 x 5.1 x 1.6 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuel tank:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-1\/8 x 1 x 1-5\/8 inches (2.9 x 2.5 x 4.1 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeating oil tank:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8 x 3\/8 x 3\/4 inches (2.2 x 1 x 1.9 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e HO Scale, 1:87.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested modeling period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1920s through the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Farm equipment dealership and commercial building plastic structure kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer item number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 933-2912.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecreate a Classic Small-Town Farm Supply Business\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFarm supply and equipment dealerships were important businesses in agricultural communities throughout North America. These establishments provided farmers with machinery, replacement parts, maintenance services, and other supplies needed for everyday agricultural operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the steam era, many farm machinery dealers received equipment by railroad. Tractors, implements, and other large machinery could arrive in boxcars or on flatcars before being unloaded at a nearby railroad siding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Walthers Cornerstone State Line Farm Supply recreates this type of business with an appropriate commercial building and a separate trackside unloading ramp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/walthers-cornerstone-grain-agriculture\"\u003eWalthers Cornerstone grain and agriculture structures\u003c\/a\u003e for additional buildings that complement rural railroad scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDistinctive Barrel Roof and Decorative Brick Facade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe State Line Farm Supply features a distinctive barrel-shaped roof and a detailed brick facade inspired by commercial buildings constructed during the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese architectural features were commonly used for agricultural implement dealerships, automobile showrooms, service garages, and other businesses requiring large interior spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe curved roof gives the building a recognizable appearance, while the decorative brick storefront provides a realistic commercial entrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLarge doors make the structure especially appropriate for businesses that service machinery, automobiles, or other equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomize the Building with Optional Walls and Doors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most useful features of the State Line Farm Supply kit is its flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes interchangeable front windows and doors, allowing modelers to create different storefront arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo separate rear walls provide additional customization options. One wall features large doors, while the other provides a window arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese options allow the same structure to represent an agricultural equipment dealer, automobile garage, repair business, or other commercial establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded decals provide signs for several business names, making it easier to adapt the finished building to the railroad's location and modeling period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIncludes a Separate Trackside Unloading Ramp\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes a separate simulated wood unloading ramp measuring \u003cstrong\u003e7-7\/8 x 2 x 5\/8 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the steam and early diesel eras, farm equipment dealers frequently received machinery by railroad. Large agricultural implements could be unloaded from flatcars or boxcars using ramps positioned near a siding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe included ramp allows modelers to recreate these operations and gives the farm supply business a realistic connection to railroad freight service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the ramp beside a short industrial siding and add separately purchased flatcars, boxcars, farm machinery, or appropriate freight vehicles to create an active unloading scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/walthers-cornerstone-trackside-structures\"\u003eWalthers Cornerstone trackside structures\u003c\/a\u003e for additional railroad freight facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRealistic Fuel and Heating Oil Storage Tanks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe State Line Farm Supply includes two separate storage tanks representing equipment commonly found at agricultural and commercial businesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe larger fuel tank measures \u003cstrong\u003e1-1\/8 x 1 x 1-5\/8 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the smaller heating oil tank measures \u003cstrong\u003e7\/8 x 3\/8 x 3\/4 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese details help recreate the appearance of a business that supplies fuel, services equipment, or maintains heating systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the tanks beside the main building or near a service area to create a realistic arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/walthers-cornerstone-tanks-towers-utility-structures\"\u003eWalthers Cornerstone tanks, towers, and utility structures\u003c\/a\u003e for complementary industrial scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCreate Realistic Railroad Switching Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe State Line Farm Supply provides an excellent destination for local freight trains serving agricultural communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a steam-era layout, boxcars can represent shipments of equipment, tools, and replacement parts arriving at the dealership. Flatcars can represent deliveries of larger agricultural machinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring operating sessions, a local freight train can spot a car beside the unloading ramp and collect it after the shipment has been unloaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates a realistic reason for a railroad siding in a small town and adds variety to freight switching operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUse the Building as an Automobile Dealer or Repair Garage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough designed as a farm supply business, the State Line Farm Supply can also represent an automobile dealership, repair garage, or equipment service center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts barrel roof, brick facade, and large garage doors make it especially appropriate for these alternative uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a mid-century automobile dealership, use the optional window arrangement and add separately purchased period automobiles outside the building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a repair garage, use the large-door configuration and position service vehicles, equipment, and appropriate commercial details nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/walthers-cornerstone-commercial-city-buildings\"\u003eWalthers Cornerstone commercial and city buildings\u003c\/a\u003e for additional structures suitable for downtown and suburban scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAdapt the Building for Modern Suburban Layouts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany buildings originally constructed for farm equipment dealers were later adapted for other commercial uses as towns expanded and agricultural areas became suburban communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe State Line Farm Supply can represent a modern garden center, automotive repair business, equipment rental shop, or other commercial establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts flexible wall arrangements and included business signs make it easy to incorporate into later-era layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a contemporary scene, add separately purchased automobiles, delivery trucks, parking areas, and modern commercial scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlan the State Line Farm Supply Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe main building measures \u003cstrong\u003e7-1\/4 inches long, 5-3\/8 inches wide, and 3 inches high\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe separate unloading ramp allows the railroad siding and loading area to be arranged according to the available space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a rural railroad, position the building near a grain elevator, feed mill, or agricultural supply district.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor an urban or suburban layout, place it along a commercial street with appropriate parking and service areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore assembly, determine which front and rear wall options best represent the intended business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePaint and Weather the Farm Supply Building\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe State Line Farm Supply features realistic brick detailing and a distinctive curved roof that can be enhanced with painting and weathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse appropriate brick colors for the facade and contrasting finishes for the doors, windows, and roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a steam-era agricultural dealership, subtle weathering can suggest years of use in a rural community. For a modern suburban business, a cleaner finish can represent a renovated commercial building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe separate fuel tanks and unloading ramp can also be painted and weathered to match the surrounding scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/walthers-cornerstone-accessories-details\"\u003eWalthers Cornerstone accessories and details\u003c\/a\u003e for additional scenery components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAssembly and Finishing Supplies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe State Line Farm Supply is an unassembled HO scale styrene plastic structure kit. Parts are molded in appropriate base colors and include clear window glazing, optional wall components, the trackside unloading ramp, fuel storage tanks, and decals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully review the manufacturer's instructions and test-fit the optional doors, windows, and rear wall before permanent assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor painting and assembly, explore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/paint\"\u003emodel railroad paint\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/bob-smith-industries-adhesives\"\u003emodel building glue and adhesives\u003c\/a\u003e. Use products compatible with styrene plastic and follow the manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is an unassembled HO scale State Line Farm Supply Kit. It includes the main building, interchangeable front details, two optional rear walls, a separate trackside unloading ramp, fuel and heating oil tanks, clear window glazing, and business sign decals. The main building measures 7-1\/4 x 5-3\/8 x 3 inches (18.4 x 13.7 x 7.6 cm). Railroad track, locomotives, freight cars, automobiles, farm machinery, figures, paints, adhesives, and additional scenery are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWalthers Cornerstone HO Scale State Line Farm Supply Kit 933-2912\u003c\/strong\u003e is an excellent choice for creating a realistic agricultural equipment dealership, railroad-served commercial business, or suburban repair facility. With its distinctive barrel roof, decorative brick facade, customizable walls, trackside unloading ramp, and separate fuel tanks, this versatile kit adds authentic commercial character and operating possibilities to HO scale model railroad layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Walthers Cornerstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60901876203806,"sku":"933-2912","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/6789\/3534\/files\/933-2912_01_aa3ba044-79aa-4f95-878d-8fee715964aa.webp?v=1794102880","url":"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/products\/933-2912","provider":"Train Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}