Realistic Crossing Gates with Provisions for Automation
Protect busy steam-era streets with these authentic crossing gates!
Commonly used all over North America, the prototypes were pneumatically
controlled by a watchman stationed in nearby crossing shanties. In bigger
cities, several gates were operated by a watchman, often from an elevated
crossing/gateman's tower (sold separately) to give a better view of
approaching trains and automobiles.
The models come fully assembled and feature moving parts, so they can be
displayed in either the up or down position, or adapted to any drive system
to automate their operation. (Drive and detection systems are sold
separately.)