Mike's Railroad Crossing Forum

I'm migrating over from the Signal Traffic Forums, because I guess these are signals too, right?

I know a lot about traffic lights (and other road stuff), but little about railroad signals & crossing "accessories". I hope to learn more here


There are around 12 crossings, all with signals, in Charlottesville VA where I live. I will get some pictures of a few of them soon, possibly next week. Right now this is all I have, a shot from a bridge


Old Tracks by Signals Unlimited, on Flickr


Thanks!

Awesome picture,and welcome to the forum. You will have a great time here.

I remember you from the Signal Traffic Forums!
I'm going to give you a few quick tips on how to identify crossing signal parts:
The lights usually have the logo on the back of them. The only ones that don't have the logos on the backs are the Harmon and WRRS 8 inch lights. Examples:

Federal Signal/Western Cullen Hayes Lights by freebrickproductions, on Flickr

Federal Signal/Western Cullen Hayes Lights by freebrickproductions, on Flickr

If the bells are mechanical bells, they will usually have the logos on the backs of them. The only one that doesn't have a logo on the back is the US&S Model 15-A "Teardrop" bell, which has the logo on the front. Example:

MI Mechanical Bell by freebrickproductions, on Flickr
Electronic bells have no logos, but the different models are very easy to tell apart from one another. You can read more about the different crossing bells here and here.

If you have any questions, don't be afraid to ask! I hope this post helps you.