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HO Scale Position Light Signals

We are proud to share our line of position light signals in HO scale. While originally developed for use on the Pennsylvania Railroad, variations on position light designs are still in use by several railroads today. We have established our collection of signals based on three different styles; standard PL-2 circular signals, PL-4 dwarf signals, and PL-5 pedestal signals.

Our PL-2 signals are unique in the model railroading market because we have implemented a realistic "spider" on the back of the signal. Unlike other models, which may only look authentic from the front, our signals have realistic styling all the way around! Each light has its own LED, with wires passing through the scale conduit and out the back of the model. This construction style mimics the real thing in both form and function. We have prepared many variations of these signals which can be used to display all the aspects commonly used on the Pennsylvania Railroad. We have the ability to provide refined, specific models which match any real-life signal installation.

These PL-4 dwarf signals are completely to scale, with no "oversizing" needed to bring realistic function to the model. This model is based on the later PL-4 design, introduced after 1930. The model is ready to be mounted on a layout of diorama, with the wires routed out the bottom of the signal. As with the PL-2 signals, we offer our dwarves in several variations in which different lights are blanked out, which has been and remains common practice.

The model we are the most proud of is our PL-5 pedestal signal. As with our dwarf signal model, we have made no concessions in the design of this signal. The mast to which the signal is mounted maintains a realistic diameter, while still allowing the wires to pass through it. The signal head is authentically sized, while still allowing for up to 8 individual LEDs. This signal is available in any variation imaginable, with specific lights blanked out.

As with all of our lighted models, these signals are fully functional right out of the package. These signals come pre-wired, with 38 gauge wire about 24" long. This makes it very easy to route the wires beneath a layout to a controller. Each model comes with a latex mask pre-applied over each lens. This makes it simple to paint the model. After the model has been painted, the mask can be removed, revealing the pristine lens underneath.

This is a fairly complete collection of signals, some of which are still in use on modern railroads. We are excited to fill a void in the HO scale market, and we hope these signals can find a home on your layout! Visit our Shop page to browse the offerings and learn more!