Aral filling station - Realistic filling station models for your model railroad world
ARAL - in Germany, the brand name stands for petrol station culture, blue color brilliance and refinery history like no other. In the world of model railroad the authentic design of street scenes, industrial plants and traffic junctions is of great importance. ARAL filling stations in H0 offer a wealth of detailed options for enlivening the road network of the model world - whether in eras III, IV, V or as a modern contemporary scene. In this overview, we show you various ARAL filling station models and accessories from the range of www.modellbahnshop.de which can be ideally integrated into your model railroad layout.
The history of the ARAL filling station in the model
The ARAL brand can look back on over 100 years of history - founded in 1898, it became known as the "Deutsche Benzolverkaufsstelle" in 1924 and later became the well-known blue brand with the slogan "Alles super". This development is also reflected in the model variants: from classic petrol pumps of the post-war period to the popular petrol stations of the 70s and 80s to modern LCD price displays and LED-illuminated roof constructions. This creates authentic city scenes on the model railroad with recognition value - whether for dioramas, streets or commercial areas. These are realistic petrol station models for your model railway world in H0 or N scale.
ARAL petrol station model railroad - selection in H0 gauge
Overview of Aral filling station kits and accessories
- Kibri 38547: Modern ARAL filling station with polyplate construction - ideal for contemporary scenes
- Viessmann 1396: Two-sided LCD price display - electronic high-tech detail for modern facilities
- Faller 130485: Large fuel depot in ARAL design - suitable for industrial scenery or railroad depots
- Kibri 38544: ARAL filling station with LED lighting - including accessories for night operation
- Vollmer 45156: Classic Aral filling station - perfect for scenes from the 1960s and 1970s
- Faller 130486: Compact ARAL filling station - versatile for use at level crossings and in suburban areas
- Piko 61827: Petrol station in ARAL style - easy integration thanks to compact design
- Weinert 33743: Oil cabinet as a kit - authentic detail for workshops or garage yards
Scope of delivery:
- Detailed plastic kits with ARAL lettering
- Partly with LED components or digital display technology
- Building instructions in several languages
- Decals or wet-slide decals for the ARAL look
- Optional: Figures, vehicles or fuel pumps available separately
Epoch overview - The ARAL filling station through the ages
Era III - Economic miracle and post-war period
ARAL filling stations from this era feature classic petrol pumps, flat buildings with canopies and the first advertising signs in the familiar blue. Models such as the Vollmer 45156 are ideal for reviving the image of the 50s and 60s.
Era IV - Modernization in the Federal Republic of Germany
Larger areas, higher roofs and the first digital elements. The filling stations from Kibri and Faller cover typical facilities with storage areas and illuminated signs. Faller 130485 is particularly suitable for integration into city outskirts and industrial estates.
Epoch V - The 1990s and 2000s
The era of modern tank architecture begins here. LCD price displays such as on Viessmann 1396 and LED technology set new standards. LED models such as Kibri 38544 also make night-time operation possible.
Epoch VI - Present
Functional design, clear structures and LED technology characterize today's appearance. Models such as the Kibri 38547 or Viessmann LCD displays faithfully reflect the current reality and offer the highest level of modernity for model builders.
ARAL Car Motion models from Viessmann in H0 scale
The following Car Motion function models from Viessmann in ARAL design bring realistic vehicle movements to your H0 model railway layout. Ideal for depicting contemporary tank logistics and Aral filling stations.
| Gauge size | Article for the Aral filling station |
|---|---|
| H0 | |
| H0 | Viessmann 8033 MB ACTROS 3-axle tractor unit with ARAL tank trailer |
| H0 | Viessmann 8132 H0 CarMotion MAGIRUS DEUTZ 2-axle tanker ARAL |
ARAL filling station as scenery highlight
ARAL filling stations are not just a visual highlight - they create functional scene transitions between town and country, rail and road, industry and infrastructure. Especially in combination with vehicle models, car systems or pedestrian scenes, they create lively micro-worlds that inspire the viewer.
ARAL tank wagon models in H0 gauge
The following overview shows detailed tank wagons in ARAL design for H0 gauge. The models from various manufacturers cover numerous eras and are ideal for discerning model railroaders and collectors of historic freight cars.
Typical Aral filling station models at a glance
| Model type | Model description |
|---|---|
| Petrol station from the 1950s | Small flat-roofed building with Aral pumps, advertising signs and workshop extension |
| Highway service station (Era IV-V) | Large-scale facility with covered pump islands, truck zone and sales room |
| Modern city filling station | Glass façade, LED illuminated advertising, entrance and exit for cars with store area |
| Petrol station with workshop | Combined ARAL filling station with integrated car workshop, ideal for small towns |
Possible uses on the model railroad layout
An Aral filling station fits seamlessly into many scenarios - whether as a service station on a highway, on the outskirts of a town with a streetcar connection or as part of an industrial estate. The compact footprints of many models allow them to be installed even on smaller dioramas. In combination with matching road modules, figures, cars and lighting, a credible scene with a high recognition value is created.
Overview of well-known manufacturers
| Manufacturers | Special features |
|---|---|
| Faller | Petrol station kits for H0 with petrol pumps, LED retrofitting and advertising signs |
| Vollmer | Filigree filling stations with realistic accessories for different eras |
| Kibri | Sturdy models with clear shapes, ideal for operation on play and exhibition layouts |
| Busch | Aral accessories such as petrol pumps, oil barrels and signs for free scene design |
ARAL model railroad articles in N and Z scale
This compact overview shows selected ARAL model railroad articles. The models are designed with great attention to detail and offer an authentic look at historical ARAL logistics in scale.
Advantages of an Aral filling station on your layout
- High recognition value due to familiar brand look
- Ideal as a detail point for modern city and street scenes
- Compact building size - also suitable for small layouts
- Can be combined with streets, workshops, figures and cars
- Varied application possibilities from city models to highways
Conclusion: Aral filling station - more reality for your model railway environment
Whether as a stylish retro model or as a modern filling station - the Aral filling station is an eye-catcher on any model railway layout. It brings everyday scenes into the model, creates an authentic transition between the railroad and the road and offers scope for individual design. With the right details, vehicles and figures, the petrol station will quickly become a lively focal point of your model town. Aral petrol station is a model building for realistic scenes in H0 on your model railroad. The Aral petrol station provides realistic petrol station models for your model railroad. Buy an Aral petrol station model now in the Modellbahnshop.