Upgrade your classic Lionel or Marx rotating airport beacon with this silent air-drive conversion kit—designed to eliminate noise, reduce heat, and extend bulb life, all while preserving the original beacon’s charm.

This simple plug-and-play system replaces the unreliable heat-powered or buzzer-style mechanism with a smooth, quiet air-driven motor. The entire setup runs on 12 volts AC or DC and installs easily—no soldering required.

Kit Includes:

(1) Surplus 12V air pump motor with pre-installed wire leads

(16\") of 3/16\" ultra-flexible black rubber tubing

(1) Custom compact breadboard

(2) Lead wires for easy connection

Quick wire push-in terminals—no soldering necessary

Key Features:

Compatible with Lionel and Marx rotating airport beacons

Runs on standard 12V AC or DC accessory power—no rectifier required

Quiet operation—no more buzzing or vibration

Reduces bulb heat—prevents burnout and socket melting

Airflow can be directed to rotate beacon at ~15–20 RPM

Long-term tested—first installed unit has been running over 2 months without issue

Each motor is surplus but fully bench-tested for 24 hours before shipping

Restore your beacon to reliable, quiet operation with this easy-to-install, modern solution.Bring your layout into the 21st century while keeping all the charm of the past. Order your converter today, and explore our other listings for blackout kits, special effects, and TableBus accessories to build your best layout yet.