Federal Beacon info requested

[Stampeed Valkyrie]

Ok, not a beacon guy in the slightest. I was working on deal for other parts and I was shown a FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION


MS-51317-03. The beacon is sitting on a lightbar and appears to be in excellent condition. My reading tells me it a Military Surp beacon that uses the Model 14 lenses. Assuming it spins and nothing is wrong with it, what's the going rate on these things? Apparently on the base it states 28 volt DC. Should work fine 12VDC?


Just curious if I should snap it up and hold onto it, or its worth nothing.


Thanks,


Rob

 

[ryan]

Those model "14" mil spec beacons are pretty common. They usually sell for around $50-$75 retail. I wouldn't give more then $35. Now if it is mounted to a true federal signal bar, that could mean worth more. The motor and the bulbs are both 28 volt so thats a big negative on the 12 volt question

 

[patrol530]

I bought one from Coleman's Surplus for $30 a few years ago. Really slow on 12v, would be ineffective, even if you swapped in 12v bulbs.

 

[stansdds]

These beacons really do require 24-28VDC to operate correctly and the later style have little collector value. Those made with the skirt, dome, and mounting system of the 17 Beacon Ray command better collector prices.

 

[Stampeed Valkyrie]

Thanks for the info..


I will file this into the not worth poo category.. lol

 

[NPS Ranger]

On the other hand, they're just the ticket if you're into blinkies and you also own a Beechcraft Bonanza.

 

[stansdds]

On the other hand, they're just the ticket if you're into blinkies and you also own a Beechcraft Bonanza.

Yes, but the military beacons do not have FAA certification and cannot be used on aircraft.

 

[NPS Ranger]

Uh, was kidding. I don't think the FAR allows for amber rotating lights on aircraft either.

 

[juanprado]

Ok, not a beacon guy in the slightest. I was working on deal for other parts and I was shown a FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION
MS-51317-03. The beacon is sitting on a lightbar and appears to be in excellent condition. My reading tells me it a Military Surp beacon that uses the Model 14 lenses. Assuming it spins and nothing is wrong with it, what's the going rate on these things? Apparently on the base it states 28 volt DC. Should work fine 12VDC?


Just curious if I should snap it up and hold onto it, or its worth nothing.


Thanks,


Rob

I am looking for 24v beacon. I would appreciate the referral?


Thanks,


Juan

 

[Stampeed Valkyrie]

I am looking for 24v beacon. I would appreciate the referral?

Thanks,


Juan

Sent you a PM, good luck.