AK8256 Small Railroad Ballast: 100ml Diorama Series jar beside a poured heap of fine grey stone chippings

AK Interactive Small Raiload Ballast Diorama Effects AK8256

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AK8256 Small Railroad Ballast: 100ml Diorama Series jar beside a poured heap of fine grey stone chippings
  • AK8256 Small Railroad Ballast: 100ml Diorama Series jar beside a poured heap of fine grey stone chippings
  • Photograph of real railway track in sunlight, its sleepers and rails set into pale grey ballast
  • Photograph of real railway track from track level, concrete sleepers bedded in coarse brown and grey ballast
AK Interactive Small Raiload Ballast Diorama Effects AK8256
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AK Interactive Small Raiload Ballast Diorama Effects AK8256

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Product overview

AK8256 provides loose ballast for small-scale railway trackwork at 1:72 and HO. The 100 ml jar contains a fine grade intended to keep the trackbed visually proportionate at these compact scales. Arrange the material dry around the sleepers and rail bed first, then secure the finished distribution once its line, width and irregular edges suit the scene.

  • AK describes the material as selected natural gravel
  • AK lists Gravel & Sand Fixer AK118 alongside white glue for securing the trackbed
  • AK also permits terrain use from 28 mm upwards

Notes · Q & A

What is the difference between texture pastes, water effects and resin waters?

Texture pastes are spreadable acrylic products for building ground, snow and similar surfaces in thin or thick layers. Acrylic water effects are self-levelling liquids, while resin waters are two-part epoxies that require resin and hardener to be mixed at a 2:1 ratio.

How thick a layer can I apply?

Ground and snow pastes may be applied in thin or thick layers; crackle textures need a thin layer, with its thickness affecting the crack size. Keep Still Water to 1–2 mm per layer and Puddles to no more than 3 mm, building greater depth through repeated layers.

How long do these textures take to dry?

AK quotes 24 hours for ground textures and resin water, and 2–4 hours for Snow Sprinkles, with drying affected by the amount applied and the ambient temperature. Crackle textures have no stated time, although AK says a hairdryer can speed the process.

Can I thin these products, and what should I use?

The acrylic textures can be diluted with water or acrylic thinner to improve their flow. Two-part resin waters are not thinned with water; mix the resin and hardener at the stated 2:1 ratio.

Can I paint or add pigments after the texture has dried?

The suitable method depends on the product. Still Water can be tinted with acrylic paint, while dry corrosion and ground textures can take pigments to adjust their colour and surface variation.

Notes · Logistics

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Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

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Technical specifications

Product details
Brand
AK Interactive
Product code
AK8256
Type
Accessories
Shipping weight
250 g
Dimensions & contents
Fragment size
Small
Volume
100 ml
Materials & finish
Format
Ballast
Usage & compatibility
Scale
1:72, HO

Product

AK Interactive Small Raiload Ballast Diorama Effects AK8256

Code (proj)

AK8256

Ship. weight

250 g

Brand

AK Interactive

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