Exhibition base for large locomotives - OcCre

The key points to remember about the base for large OcCre locomotives

This railway display is intended for exhibiting a locomotive and can be complemented by a device to animate its driving wheels.

OcCre reference: 55103.

Use: presenting a large miniature locomotive in a model railway collection.

Contents: wooden parts to create the base, elements simulating track stones or rails to accommodate the locomotive.

Additional option: a static motor is offered separately to rotate the locomotive's driving wheels on the base.

To be provided separately: the metal plate, which is not included with the base.

A display stand for large miniature locomotives

After building a steam locomotive model, a suitable stand allows for its presentation without placing it directly on a shelf.

The OcCre base offers a dedicated base and elements evoking the railway track, to emphasize the railway character of the displayed model.

This display stand is suitable for historical train enthusiasts, collectors of miniature locomotives, and railway modeling enthusiasts who want to showcase the result of their work.

It can be used alone in a display case or integrated into a space dedicated to train models.

Preparing the installation of the locomotive on the base

Checking dimensions and compatibility

Before choosing this stand, check the dimensions of your locomotive and the arrangement of its wheels.

It is advisable to check these elements before installation, especially if your locomotive is a large-scale reproduction.

Also, provide a long and stable space to accommodate the entire setup.

If you plan to exhibit the model in a display case, measure the available space considering the base and any decorative elements.

Good preparation facilitates the presentation and minimizes handling once the locomotive is installed.

Consider additional accessories!

The tools, accessories, and products needed for assembling and finishing the model are not included.

We have selected the main items useful for its construction.

For more convenience and savings, order them at the same time as your model:

in metropolitan France, shipping is free for orders over €150.

Simply check the boxes above for the items you want to add to your order.

A static motor to rotate the driving wheels

To animate the presentation, OcCre separately offers a static motor that rotates the locomotive's driving wheels when installed on the base.

This option allows adding movement to the displayed model without having to build a complete railway network.

The static motor is not presented as included with the stand.

Check its compatibility with your locomotive and the necessary conditions for installation before choosing it.

Integrating the base into a display case or railway diorama

The base for large locomotives can be used alone or integrated into a railway modeling scene.

To create a diorama, you can envision a station area, a locomotive depot, or a scene inspired by a historical railway line.

The elements simulating the track help reinforce the coherence of the presentation.

Choose decorative accessories based on the era and type of locomotive being displayed.

Check the proportions and necessary space before attaching the elements around the stand.

The metal plate, decor, and additional accessories are to be provided separately when needed for your project.

Who is the base for large OcCre locomotives intended for?

This base is aimed at miniature train enthusiasts, collectors, and modelers who want a presentation base for a large locomotive.

It allows showcasing a completed model without having to make a support from scratch.

For a livelier presentation, the separately offered static motor can be considered after verifying its compatibility with the displayed model.