{"product_id":"squadron-r-sae-led-auxiliary-light-pod-pair-baj247816","title":"Baja Designs Squadron-R SAE LED Auxiliary Light Pod Pair | Street-Legal | Fog\/Driving","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBaja Designs Squadron-R SAE LED Auxiliary Light Pod Pair | Street-Legal SAE Optics | SKU: BAJ247816\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Baja Designs Squadron-R (SKU: BAJ247816) is a pair of SAE-compliant LED auxiliary light pods engineered for street-legal on-road use. The “R” designation stands for Road — the Squadron-R uses SAE-regulated optics that meet DOT compliance standards for auxiliary fog and driving lights, making them legal for on-road use in most jurisdictions when properly installed. This is a fundamentally different product from the Squadron Sport — the Squadron Sport uses off-road optics optimized for maximum output, while the Squadron-R uses SAE-regulated optics optimized for legal on-road use without blinding oncoming traffic. Designed for fog pocket mounting, bumper auxiliary light positions, and any application requiring a street-legal auxiliary light. IP67 rated. Sold as a pair. Wiring harness sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniversal mount — designed for fog pocket, bumper, and auxiliary light positions on trucks, SUVs, and off-road vehicles requiring street-legal auxiliary lighting. Confirm mounting location and wiring harness compatibility before ordering. A relay harness is required for proper installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSquadron-R vs. Squadron Sport — Critical Distinction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSquadron Sport (BAJ557803 \/ BAJ557805 \/ BAJ557806 \/ BAJ557813):\u003c\/strong\u003e Off-road optics — maximum output, no SAE compliance. Legal for off-road use only. Not street-legal as auxiliary lights in most jurisdictions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSquadron-R (BAJ247816, this listing):\u003c\/strong\u003e SAE-compliant optics — DOT-regulated beam pattern for street-legal auxiliary fog or driving light use. Lower raw output than Squadron Sport but legal for on-road use in most jurisdictions when properly installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat SAE Compliance Means\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) optics meet DOT standards for auxiliary fog and driving lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegulated beam pattern prevents excessive glare to oncoming traffic — required for legal on-road auxiliary light use in most US states\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOff-road lights (Squadron Sport, S2 Sport) do not meet SAE standards and are not legal for on-road use as auxiliary lights in most jurisdictions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify local regulations before installation — SAE compliance does not guarantee legality in all jurisdictions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e BAJ247816\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baja Designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Squadron-R (Road)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e SAE — DOT-compliant auxiliary light optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIP Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP67 — waterproof and dust-tight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair (2 lights)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 lbs (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Special order — confirm lead time with OFAS before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring Harness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold separately — required for installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Street-legal auxiliary fog\/driving light — fog pocket, bumper, auxiliary light position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring harness required:\u003c\/strong\u003e A relay harness is required to protect your vehicle’s factory wiring. Do not wire directly to a factory switch without a relay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting position matters for SAE compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e SAE-compliant lights must be mounted at the correct height and aimed per SAE\/DOT requirements to maintain legal compliance. Confirm mounting height and aim requirements for your jurisdiction before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAim before final torque:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aim the lights per SAE\/DOT requirements before torquing mount hardware. Incorrect aim can cause glare to oncoming traffic and may void SAE compliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector sealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure all wiring connectors are fully seated and sealed after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial order lead time:\u003c\/strong\u003e This item is non-stocking — confirm availability and lead time with OFAS at 903-347-3875 before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Warning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not wire without a relay harness. Aim per SAE\/DOT requirements — incorrect aim causes glare to oncoming traffic. SAE compliance does not guarantee legality in all jurisdictions — verify local regulations before use on public roads. Special order item — confirm lead time before ordering. Once ordered, special order items may be non-cancellable and non-returnable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat vehicle, mounting location, and do you need street-legal SAE compliance or off-road maximum output — need off-road Squadron Sport instead? See BAJ557803. Confirm lead time and availability at 903-347-3875 before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baja Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51426349908289,"sku":"247816","price":349.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/1284\/1793\/files\/247816.jpg?v=1772296890","url":"https:\/\/obsidianforgedautosupply.com\/products\/squadron-r-sae-led-auxiliary-light-pod-pair-baj247816","provider":"Obsidian Forged Auto Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}