Coal was the life-blood of any gas works and a ready supply was always on hand. Many plants were located alongside waterways, which allowed massive amounts to be delivered by ship. To reach into their holds, special bridge cranes with long booms extending beyond the dock were used. These made quick work of unloading using a large clamshell bucket to stockpile coal nearby.

This impressive kit has a modular design and additional parts so you can build a longer or shorter version to fit your available space. Build it in one of four different lengths; 22'', 24'', 28'' or 31''. With its superbly detailed steel truss work, operator’s cab, clamshell bucket, trolley and more, it will be a focal point of any scene. On the waterfront, it makes a great stand-alone machine at a coal dock, and it’s a natural at a steel works handling iron ore, coal, and stone.

The Bridge Crane is part of the Empire Gas Works collection that makes it easy to re-create a universal steam-era industry on your pike. Other models include the Gas Plant, the Coke Retort and the Gas Storage Tank.