This HO 1:87 antique hexagonal lantern housing is modeled with close attention to the visible mechanical features: a six-sided prism body with one circular convex lens boss on each face, a concentric cylindrical chimney/collar topped by a hanging ring, and a side chain eye. Decorative embossing and patina were deliberately removed so the piece is a neutral, paint-ready prop for dioramas, model railroad layouts, historical tabletop games, and display cabinets. The master STL is supplied at 1:87 (HO). Lens bosses are solid geometry to allow you to add clear plastic disks or micro LEDs after printing; the chain is suggested by a short eye rather than a long fragile chain. Quick tips: orient the model to minimize supports under boss flanges, consider drilling a small routing hole through the chimney for wiring if you plan to light the lantern, and use thin clear disks for realistic glass. The file is ideal for modders who want a historically styled lantern housing without brand or text reproduction. See the product details for full printing and finishing advice.

Available railroad scales: Z (1:220), N (1:160), HO (1:87.1), S (1:64), O (1:48)

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