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Dapol 4A-002-004

GWR Water Tower (Conical Top) Light & Dark Stone MOTORISED

Manufacturer catalogue image - please note that pre-release images may be CAD renders or CGI images rather than photographs

Prototype Era
Era 3 (1923 to 1947) The Big Four (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR)

Manufacturer description

The Dapol water tower brings a little fun back into the hobby. Dapol have provided a realistic series of sounds and a selection of voiceover comments, several of which involve the driver berating his fireman for mucking it all up.

The highly detailed exterior of the model will not look out of place on any discerning modellers layout, with a non-motorised version available for the traditional modeller. The sound effects and animation however bring a little audible and visual stimulation to a locomotive servicing area that will entertain adults and children alike. The sound effects can be turned off for those times when you just want to relax and run some trains around your layout in peace and quiet.

Catalogue listing

Model details

Here is a neutral, factual summary of the Dapol GWR Water Tower model:

The Dapol GWR Water Tower model is a highly detailed representation of a traditional British water tower, complete with a conical top and light and dark stone finishes. The model is available in both motorised and non-motorised versions, with the motorised version featuring a range of realistic sound effects and voiceover comments.

The model's sound effects include a variety of scenarios, such as filling and overflowing, with sounds that can be turned off for those who prefer a quiet layout. The motorised version features a range of sounds, including comments from the driver berating his fireman for mistakes.

Features of the model include a highly detailed exterior, a flexible delivery pipe, etched parts, and a water valve and positioning chains. The model also includes a drain grill and a tether post, as well as a frost prevention heater.

The model is designed for OO gauge and can be operated using 12v DC/AC or DCC. It can be remotely switched and has an optional relay PCB for DCC control. The fill pipe can be rotated 90 degrees with sound effects.

The model's measurements are currently unconfirmed, but will be announced shortly. The livery is GWR grey and the model represents the Big Four era, which spanned from the 1940s to the 1960s.