{"product_id":"933-2948","title":"Walthers Cornerstone HO Scale Through Plate-Girder Bridge Kit - 933-2948","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalthers Cornerstone HO Scale Through Plate-Girder Bridge Kit 933-2948\u003c\/strong\u003e recreates one of the most common steel railroad bridge designs used throughout North America. Featuring realistic riveted steel girders, detailed structural components, and flexible single-track or double-track construction, this HO scale plastic bridge kit is an excellent addition to steam-era, diesel-era, and modern model railroads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Walthers Cornerstone Engineered Bridge System, this kit is designed to work with compatible bridge piers and abutments. Through plate-girder bridges were widely used to carry railroad tracks across streams, roads, smaller valleys, and other obstacles where a relatively short steel span was required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit includes parts for \u003cstrong\u003etwo complete bridge spans\u003c\/strong\u003e and can be assembled as a single-track or double-track bridge. The illustrated bridge measures \u003cstrong\u003e6 inches (15.2 cm) long\u003c\/strong\u003e. Additional kits, sold separately, can be combined to create longer or wider bridge arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/ho-scale-walthers-cornerstone\"\u003eHO Scale Walthers Cornerstone structures\u003c\/a\u003e for additional railroad buildings and infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThrough Plate-Girder Bridge Kit Features and Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic North American design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recreates a widely used railroad bridge style with riveted steel plate girders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-track or double-track construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes parts for either arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo complete spans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides flexible options for bridge construction and layout planning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-inch bridge length:\u003c\/strong\u003e The illustrated bridge measures 6 inches (15.2 cm) long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Additional kits can be combined to create longer or wider bridge installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic rivet details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recreates the appearance of traditional fabricated steel bridge components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngineered Bridge System compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to work with compatible Walthers Cornerstone bridge piers and abutments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple modeling eras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for steam, diesel, and modern railroad layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark gray plastic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded components can be painted and weathered to match the surrounding railroad scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrack flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for use with compatible HO scale bridge track, including Walthers Code 83 Bridge Track 948-886, sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated bridge length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 inches (15.2 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parts for two complete bridge spans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrack configurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-track or double-track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e HO Scale, 1:87.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark gray molded plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Railroad through plate-girder bridge plastic structure kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer item number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 933-2948.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecreate a Classic Railroad Steel Bridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough plate-girder bridges became a familiar part of North American railroad infrastructure because they provided a practical solution for crossing relatively short gaps. Prototype bridges of this design commonly spanned distances of approximately 30 to 100 feet, depending on the engineering requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike deck-girder bridges, where the railroad track is carried above the main structural girders, through plate-girder bridges position the track between the tall steel side girders. This arrangement gives the bridge its distinctive appearance and can be useful where the available structural depth beneath the rails is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Walthers Cornerstone Through Plate-Girder Bridge captures this design with detailed riveted girders that complement a wide variety of railroad settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/walthers-cornerstone-bridges-infrastructure\"\u003eWalthers Cornerstone bridges and infrastructure\u003c\/a\u003e for additional bridge kits and railroad construction components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild a Single-Track or Double-Track Bridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most useful features of this kit is its flexible construction. The included parts allow modelers to build a single-track bridge or arrange the components for a double-track crossing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a rural branch line, a single-track bridge can carry trains over a creek, small river, roadway, or drainage channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a busy mainline, a double-track arrangement can represent a heavily traveled railroad route where trains move in both directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlan the track arrangement before assembly to determine the best configuration for your layout. Check the manufacturer's instructions and test-fit the bridge components with your selected track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExpand the Bridge with Additional Kits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach Walthers Cornerstone Through Plate-Girder Bridge Kit includes parts for two complete spans. The modular design makes it possible to combine additional kits, sold separately, for larger bridge installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis flexibility allows modelers to create a bridge appropriate to the width of a stream, road, or other obstacle without being limited to one arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a longer crossing, additional spans can be incorporated with suitable supporting piers. For a wider railroad right-of-way, additional bridge components can be arranged to accommodate more tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse the manufacturer's assembly instructions when planning extended installations, and provide appropriate support for the completed bridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUse Compatible Bridge Piers and Abutments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Through Plate-Girder Bridge is part of the Walthers Cornerstone Engineered Bridge System, which allows compatible bridge components to be combined into realistic railroad crossings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBridge abutments support the ends of a span, while intermediate piers can support additional sections in a longer bridge arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a creek or small roadway crossing, the bridge can be positioned between suitable abutments. For a larger scene, compatible piers can help create a multi-span installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBridge piers, abutments, and additional structural components are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Steam-Era, Diesel-Era, and Modern Railroads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSteel plate-girder bridges have been used by North American railroads for generations, making this kit appropriate for a broad range of modeling periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn a steam-era railroad, the bridge can carry freight and passenger trains through rural valleys or industrial districts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a transitional-era layout, it can represent an established bridge used by both steam locomotives and early diesel power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn a modern railroad, the same structure can represent an older steel bridge that remains in service after years of maintenance and repainting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose appropriate track, bridge supports, and surrounding scenery to match the railroad and period being modeled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCreate Realistic Bridge Scenery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA through plate-girder bridge provides an attractive focal point for a variety of model railroad scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a rural railroad, position the bridge above a creek with rocky banks, vegetation, and a gravel streambed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor an urban or industrial railroad, use the bridge to cross a roadway, drainage channel, or another railroad right-of-way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSeparately purchased retaining walls, bridge abutments, utility poles, signals, and scenery materials can help create a convincing setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/walthers-cornerstone-railroad-structures\"\u003eWalthers Cornerstone railroad structures\u003c\/a\u003e for additional buildings that complement trackside bridge scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose Compatible HO Scale Bridge Track\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Walthers Cornerstone Through Plate-Girder Bridge is suitable for use with Walthers Code 83 Bridge Track 948-886 or other compatible HO scale track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBridge track is sold separately and should be selected to match the layout's track standards and operating requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore permanently installing the bridge, test-fit the selected track and verify that locomotives and rolling stock have sufficient clearance between the girders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePay particular attention to equipment width, overhang, and track alignment when planning a double-track installation or positioning the bridge near curves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePaint and Weather the Steel Girders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bridge components are molded in dark gray plastic and feature realistic rivet details that can be highlighted with careful painting and weathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a traditional railroad appearance, finish the girders in suitable steel bridge colors such as dark gray, black, or other railroad-specific finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle rust tones around rivets, joints, and lower structural areas can suggest years of exposure to the elements. Dirt and weathering near the track level can help the bridge blend into the surrounding railroad scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a newer or well-maintained bridge, use a cleaner finish with limited weathering.\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 Installation Supplies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Through Plate-Girder Bridge is an unassembled HO scale plastic structure kit. Carefully review the manufacturer's instructions and test-fit the girders, supporting components, and selected bridge track before permanent assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a longer or double-track bridge, determine the final configuration and supporting structure before installation.\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 plastic Through Plate-Girder Bridge Kit. It includes parts for two complete bridge spans and can be built as a single-track or double-track bridge. The illustrated bridge measures 6 inches (15.2 cm) long. Additional kits can be combined for larger installations. Railroad track, bridge piers, abutments, locomotives, rolling stock, paints, adhesives, and surrounding scenery are sold separately. The kit is a scale model structure and does not include operating mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWalthers Cornerstone HO Scale Through Plate-Girder Bridge Kit 933-2948\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a versatile railroad bridge for HO scale layouts. With its realistic riveted steel girders, single-track or double-track construction, and compatibility with the Cornerstone Engineered Bridge System, this kit is an excellent choice for modeling railroad crossings from the steam era through the present day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Walthers Cornerstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60901799297310,"sku":"933-2948","price":23.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/6789\/3534\/files\/933-2948_01_368ebf09-baf2-459e-a27f-ea59ef9ecafa.webp?v=1794101490","url":"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/products\/933-2948","provider":"Train Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}