1/87 Road Signs Photo‑Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD087003)

What Is It?

Enhance your 1/87 road and street dioramas with this pre‑coloured photo-etched nickel‑silver road signs set. Purpose‑built for realistic traffic scenes, the fret contains stop, yield, U-turn, turn signals, speed‑limit, warning triangles, directional arrows, parking & no‑entry boards and many other signs essential to giving your Diorama a realistic authentic look—all faithfully rendered at scale thickness. Etched from 0 .15mm nickel silver and printed in official road‑regulation hues, the 32 individual signs bring instant authenticity to any diorama, no decals needed. This kit ensures authenticity and precision. The components are lightweight yet sturdy, allowing for easy handling during assembly. By using this kit, you can transform your Diorama model into a MASTERPIECE with museum-quality detail. The brass material provides durability while maintaining a fine, realistic appearance, making it an essential addition for any model enthusiast.

Who Is It For?

• Beginner modelers wanting a high‑impact scenery detail
• Modeling enthusiasts aiming for expert-level realism
• Diorama builders crafting urban, rural or highway layouts
• Intermediate and advanced hobbyists seeking to elevate their builds
• HO/OO train layout enthusiasts seeking authentic roadside signage
• Architectural modellers needing scale traffic signs for layouts

Benefits

1. Enhanced Realism: Adds intricate and authentic details to your Road-Street Diorama model
2. Durable Material: Made from 0.15mm brass for exceptional quality
3. Professional Finish: Achieve museum-quality results for your model
4. Comprehensive Mix: 32 sign faces cover most traffic scenarios

Product Details

Kit Composition

• One colour photo‑etch board – 32 sign faces & mounting tabs
• Instruction sheet – placement diagrams & height recommendations

Applications

• City‑street layouts with stop & pedestrian signs
• Highway dioramas featuring speed‑limit & directional arrows
• Railway scenes needing authentic roadside signage

Historical Background

Standardised colour road signs emerged across Europe and North America after the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals. Manufactured from enamelled steel, these signs guided drivers with clear symbols and colour codes. Microdesign’s nickel‑silver reproductions faithfully capture those regulations in miniature, letting modelers anchor vehicles in a believable traffic environment from the 1970s onward.

How to Use

Follow these steps to enhance your model:

1. Carefully remove the photo-etched components using precision tools.
2. Clean the attachment points on your model for a smooth fit.
3. Bend and shape components using tweezers or a photo-etch bending tool.
4. Secure parts with cyanoacrylate glue for a durable hold.
5. Paint and weather the model to match historical accuracy.
6. Follow the instruction manual for detailed guidance on part placement and assembly.

Why Choose Imodeller’s MD087003?

• Authentic Detailing: Accurately replicates Important Road Signs in 1/87 scale.
• Durable Construction: Made from high-quality brass 0.15mm for enhanced longevity and precision.
• Intermediate-Friendly: Ideal for hobbyists with some experience using professional-grade detailing kits.
• Professional Results: Ensures a museum-quality finish suitable for competitive and display purposes.

• Wide Selection: covers regulatory, warning & info categories
• Layout Versatility: perfect for urban, suburban or rural scenes

Signpost Your Diorama Now!

Equip your 1/87 roads with authentic signage—order now and bring your diorama model to life!

Shipping Information

Item Location: USA

Fast Shipping: Item ships immediately after payment.