This section lists HO scale lighting details for locomotives and some rolling stock, from ditch lights to rear markers. The parts are cast in brass and require basic modeling skills: cut the sprue, file any flash, and test-fit before soldering or gluing. Most items are intended for specific prototypes, such as the L1 ditch lights for modern GE or EMD units, the L10 for F units, or the L22 steam Pyle headlight for older steam locomotives. Use them to replace molded-on details or to add prototypical lighting fixtures to your models. Ensure you drill appropriate mounting holes and consider how you will route any wiring if you plan to light them.

The range covers both front and rear lights. Front lights include ditch lights (L1, L1a, L2, L21), headlights (L22, L25), and a Mars light (L17). Rear lights include markers (L11, L14, L16), backup lights (L18, L19), and combined units (L15, L15a, L20). These are suitable for diesel locomotives of various eras, from GP9s to modern units, as well as F units, Baldwin road switchers, and RDC cars. For installation, remove the part from the sprue, clean up the attachment point, and dry-fit to the shell. For brass parts, solder is recommended, but cyanoacrylate glue works if you roughen the surfaces. For urethane parts, use epoxy or CA. Always check the prototype photo to position them correctly.

Preparation is key: wash brass parts in mild detergent to remove oils, and for urethane, wash with soapy water. Some parts may need slight reshaping with a file to fit curved surfaces. The L15a is cored, meaning it has a hole for a grain-of-wheat bulb or fiber optic. For others, you may need to drill a small hole for lighting. These parts suit HO scale (1:87) models, and many are designed for specific road names like CNR or ONR. Use them to enhance the realism of your locomotives by replacing oversimplified plastic details. This catalogue is for reference; parts are not necessarily in stock, so check with your dealer for availability.