HO Scale Steel Mill Winch Motors on Cradles – 2-Pack
- HO scale (1:87) steel mill winch motor loads with custom cradles
- Includes one large and one small industrial winch motor
- Wood fiber infused PLA cradles for realistic texture
- Designed for flat car loads, in-plant moves, and mill scenes
- Supplied unpainted and paint-ready
HO Scale Steel Mill Winch Motors – Product Overview
Add authentic heavy-industry detail to your HO scale steel mill and industrial scenes with this two-pack of steel mill winch motors, each supplied with a custom-designed transport cradle for realistic flat car service, in-plant transfers, or yard storage.
These models represent large industrial winch motors commonly used in steel mills and heavy manufacturing environments for rolling, lifting, and material-handling operations. The set includes two different motor sizes to add visual variety and realism to your consists.
The motors are printed in PLA, while the custom cradles are 3D printed in wood fiber infused PLA, providing excellent surface texture and a realistic industrial appearance.
Product Details
What’s Included
- One large steel mill winch motor
- One small steel mill winch motor
- One large custom transport cradle
- One small custom transport cradle
Flat cars not included.
Scale & Dimensions (HO 1:87)
Large Winch Motor and Cradle
Cradle dimensions:
- Length: 73 mm (2.87 in)
- Width: 28 mm (1.10 in)
- Height: 28 mm (1.10 in)
Motor dimensions:
- Diameter: 29 mm (1.14 in)
- Length: 57 mm (2.24 in)
Combined height on cradle:
Small Winch Motor and Cradle
Cradle dimensions:
- Length: 68 mm (2.68 in)
- Width: 28 mm (1.10 in)
- Height: 32 mm (1.26 in)
Motor dimensions:
- Diameter: 25 mm (0.98 in)
- Length: 48 mm (1.89 in)
Combined height on cradle:
Designed to fit standard HO scale flat cars and industrial scenes without overhang.
Materials & Finish
- Motors printed in PLA
- Cradles printed in wood fiber infused PLA for enhanced industrial texture
- Supplied unpainted and paint-ready
- Light sanding and primer recommended before painting
Assembly & Customization
- Motors and cradles are supplied as separate parts
- Can be displayed on cradles or placed independently in mill scenes
- Easy to customize with paint, weathering, and scale tie-downs
Ideal Uses on Your Layout
- Steel mill in-plant transfers
- Flat car heavy-equipment loads
- Maintenance-of-way or industrial shipments
- Yard, mill, or shop scene detailing
Why Choose This Load
- Two different motor sizes for realistic visual variety
- Custom cradles designed specifically for each motor
- Wood fiber infused PLA provides superior industrial texture
- Prototype-inspired heavy-industry detailing
- Designed and printed in-house for consistent quality
Notes
Models are supplied unpainted. Minor cleanup may be required due to the 3D printing process. Flat cars, chains, and additional scenery not included.
Complete the Scene
This load pairs well with other steel mill and heavy-industry loads from the ScaleRail3D HO scale range to create realistic industrial trains and mill operations.
Looking for more realistic flat car loads and industrial details?
Explore the full ScaleRail3D HO Scale product range to expand your steel mill and heavy industry scenes.
