Vintage Railway Signal Lamp

Vintage mid-century railway signal lamp manufactured in 1966 in Katowice, Poland, by ZWUS (Zakłady Wytwórcze Urządzeń Sygnalizacyjnych). Made of cream-colored plastic with a rotating metal handle and glass front lens, this functional train accessory represents Cold War era Eastern European industrial design. Still containing its original battery, it is an uncommon feature for a piece of this age. Marked on the front with embossed railway insignia, this collectible lamp makes a striking addition for enthusiasts of vintage train memorabilia and industrial décor.

Product details:

• Overall dimensions: Width 3 1/2", Height 7"
• Technique: plastic, metal fittings, glass lens
• Origin: ZWUS, Katowice, Poland
• Date: 1966
• Signature: Embossed PKP logo
• Condition: Good vintage condition, undamaged, with visible signs of use, Uncommon in the U.S.

ZWUS (Zakłady Wytwórcze Urządzeń Sygnalizacyjnych) is a historic Polish company based in Katowice, specializing in the production of railway signaling equipment. Established in the mid-20th century, ZWUS played a crucial role in modernizing railway infrastructure across Poland and other Eastern Bloc countries. Known for their durability and functional design, ZWUS products—such as signal lamps, control systems, and electronic components—were widely used by Polskie Koleje Państwowe (Polish State Railways). Today, vintage items produced by ZWUS are considered collectible artifacts that reflect the industrial and technological legacy of Poland’s railway history.