Toy Fire Trucks

[Hungrybus]

Phantom, could we please have a thread pertaining to Fire Appartus Toys. That way we can talk about new models, Old hard to find ones or Kitbashed ones like the one below.

Baltimore City Anniversary seagrave Engine. Made from a Corgi Denver Colo. Pumper.

[Hungrybus]

Here's another one of my latest Kit Bashed Toys. Baltimore City Engine 2, A Code 3 Baltimore C-Mack, just took some finger nail polish remover took off the 34 & inserted a 2.

[Hungrybus]

Here's a Baltimore City EMS Bus, Made from a $2.00 Toy I bought at a Flea Market.

[Hungrybus]

Here's another Bus I bought at the Flea Market. Maryland State Police Bus.

[Mr. Cleagle]

what do u think of code 3 collectibles? do u like them?

[J Smith]

This is a 75' E-One quint, die-cast metal, I think about 1/43 scale. I repainted it, added the hose load, suction tubes, hand rails, mirrors, etc.

[J Smith]

Same rig with the stick up.

[J Smith]

I detailed, and repainted this one all red. It is a big 135', five section E-One, about 1/43 scale die-cast.

[J Smith]

The oldest ladder now in my fleet is this 75' wooden aerial, originaly horse drawn.

[TIM12]

BUS AND JSMITH NICE.....JOB WELL DONE.

[Hungrybus]

Mr Cleagle, I have 212 Code 3's in my collection, so I guess you can say I like them. Code 3 has got to be by far the best producer of Fire Appartus toys out there today. For the Price & the detail that they add, I don't think anyone is going to beat them for a long time.

[NorthSTAR]

Corgi is about to release a 70th anniversary Seagrave tractor-drawn aerial that looks awesome. Coming soon to a dealer near you for around $60!

[Englt542]

Hungrybus,

I thought I had alot of code 3's with 67 dam 212 thats alot !

[Bourkes]

Englt542,
We have 23 Code 3s, all FDNY except for two. (Kentland & Yonkers)...and more coming :cool:

[Englt542]

yeah thats what I did stayed with FDNY, Chicago , metro dade , then went with some of the local FD's and I forgot to add the squads so I have 74

[Bourkes]

Do you have the tillered, Bureau of Training FDNY aerial? If you don't and you want one pm me, I'll fix you up with some info...k

[Hungrybus]

Originally posted by NorthSTAR
Corgi is about to release a 70th anniversary Seagrave tractor-drawn aerial that looks awesome. Coming soon to a dealer near you for around $60!
Corgi, sold a Anniversary Seagrave Tiller at The Firehouse Expo this year. It was a Show Special. They were supposed to produce a Baltimore City Version, but something went wrong with one of the molds so I'm told. I can't wait till they bring out the Baltimore Version, so I can add it to my collection.

[NorthSTAR]

Apparently, the truck coming out now is a partnership with The History Channel, and is lettered "Seagrave Fire Co. No1"

[Hungrybus]

Here's the Seagrave Ladder Truck, Corgi did for The 2003 Firehouse Expo.

[Hungrybus]

Here's one of my Favorite Corgi Models. "I wonder why"?

[TIM12]

Originally posted by Hungrybus
Here's one of my Favorite Corgi Models. "I wonder why"?

BUS WHEN DID THEY MAKE THAT MODEL AND IS IT STILL IN PRODUCTION ?? AND IF SO CAN YOU POINT ME IN THE DIRECTION OF A CORGI WEBSITE ??

THANX IN ADVANCE...

[Hungrybus]

Tim they made the Baltimore City E30, a couple of years ago. It's still aviallble through a few sellers, But try E-bay you'll probably get a better deal on one. Tim also if your not aware, Corgi did a Anne Arundel County Quint 10 about 5 years ago. The City E30 Runs about 30-35 Dollars, and the quint 10 aout 35-45 Dollars. My quint 10 is in a display case, I'll try to get a photo and post it for you.

[Hungrybus]

Tim, It was alot easier than I thought, here's the AACO Quint 10 from Corgi.

[Hungrybus]

Here's another AACO piece, this one is made by Road Champs, It's a bit pricey. $20.00, But what the hell if it say's Baltimore or Anne Arundel County. I gotta have it.

[3rd District]

Here is a model that I built of a foam unit that I photgraphed while in Viet Nam in 1970. The unit was operated by the Army at Long Bihn, just outside Siagon.

[3rd District]

This is my model of the halftrack pumper that served at the Curtis Bay Ordnance Depot.

[BCFDTRUCKMAN]

This is just what we need. Designate pickup spots and take everyone in one fell swoop.

Photo credit to hungrybus.

[Englt542]

Thats the tiller I have thanks anyway

[Bourkes]

K...no problem

[11927]

Here is one of the MSP Troopers, the original Bell Jet Rangers, made by White Rose.

[TIM12]

Originally posted by Hungrybus
Here's another AACO piece, this one is made by Road Champs, It's a bit pricey. $20.00, But what the hell if it say's Baltimore or Anne Arundel County. I gotta have it.

OK THATS IT IM IN A HUNT FOR ONE OF THOSE REGARDLESS THE PRICE....YOU KNOW HOW I LOVE STAFF CARS LOL. AND I HAVE QUINT10 I BOUGHT IT 2YEARS AGO.....GREAT PICS...

[Hungrybus]

Here's the Lateset addition to the Code 3 fleet. It's Code 3 #213 in my collection. Vinton-Garrison,Iowa 125th Connvention Annivesary Pumper.

[2EngTrk3]

I want to start my own collection, I cant find anyone where I am from that sells them.

Anyone here that can help me.

Thanx

[Hungrybus]

2EngTrk3, try online there's tons of different places to find Fire Apparatus Toys. My 2 main sources online are E-bay& The Code 3 Bulletin Board. Hope this helps you some.

[Ghetto FF]

2 good sites.

Code3.net


Past-Time Hobbies, Inc. Code 3 Die Cast Corgi

[FFEMTEMD]

I've bought several Code3, Corgi and others at this site. The prices are not bad : www.diecastdirect.com

[2EngTrk3]

Thanx guys. I checked out those sites and am considering a few now. just gonna have to wait till after x mas when I pay my credit card off.

[DispatcherBugs]

Originally posted by FFEMTEMD
I've bought several Code3, Corgi and others at this site. The prices are not bad : www.diecastdirect.com

excellent website for collectors

[38-3]

here is one of my favorite code 3 trucks, Sag Harbor, New York.

[38-3]

just another pic of my Sag Harbor Engine

[Bourkes]

Code 3 is currently taking orders for the FDNY La Casa Grande Firehouse, and also Engine 82-Truck 31.
Shipping sometime in February
C

[OCNYFireBuff]

Both of the trucks have sold out in pre-order. House still available as of today.

[Bourkes]

Originally posted by OCNYFireBuff
Both of the trucks have sold out in pre-order. House still available as of today.

Hope you got yours, I knew they would go quick.
C

[somefireguy]

Just started a collection for myself. I pick up FDNY rescue 1, and the 9-11 T-10. I have looked at e-bay their are alot of pieces for sale there any one have any advice for purchasing off there. I have never bought anything off ebay. I just don't want to get screwed. I have also join code 3, I assume that was a good step to take. One more thing what are these "kitbash" I see for sale?

[Bourkes]

somefireguy,
I have never heard of anyone having a problem with E-bay in regards to purchasing Code 3s.
Another vendor you might want to check out is Corgi, although they don't have a big selection of FDNY, if that is your primary collection interest.
There are a few "rare" Code-3 FDNY on E-bay, (if you can find them) that would really enhance your collection, for example,
Truck 111, "The Nuthouse". It's pretty pricey if you can find it.
Not sure what "kitbash" means, anybody out there that can help?
Good Luck
C

[GregH]

Kitbashing is a term usually used in model building, i.e. model cars, model railroading, etc.

It is where the modeler takes a model kit or kits, and uses parts from the kit(s) to build a model different from what the manufacturer intended to be built.

If they are referring to a Code 3 kitbash, someone is probably taking a Code 3 model and altering it by changing parts, adding details, changing the paint scheme and graphics, to make the model look like a different vehicle.

How that alters the value is up to the individual.

[OCNYFireBuff]

Bourke...yes, I got mine. E-82 arrived today, in all it's new packaging glory :cool: :D

[Bourkes]

OCNYFireBuff
Ditto, got E-82 Saturday. I do like the new packaging, but I choose to have all of my collection open. Yes it's a pain in the butt to keep clean, but I enjoy them more.
Can't wait for 31 Truck and the house...
La Casa Grande
C

[slimelimefyrelt]

Anyone know any tricks to getting Code 3 to make your truck????We sent in pics....but have never heard anything. Anything would be helpful

[OCNYFireBuff]

If they choose to do it, you'll hear from them. A nice fat bribe wouldn't hurt, but who's got that kind of $$$?

How long ago did you send in the pics? With as many as they likely receive, and follow up on, it may take a while to hear anything. What kind of truck is it....something they already make? If so, and they think it might sell well, they might look into it, but sometimes there's no rhyme or reason to their train of thought. Good luck!

[slimelimefyrelt]

it is a sutphen tower ladder....and it is a unique color. it has been about a year and a half...and we would really like to see it done,

[TIM12]

I JUST PICKED UP FDNY R4 PRETTY CHEAP AND AM GETTING THE FDNY BUEARU OF TRAINING SEAGRAVE TDA FROM THE SAME GUY IN A WEEK

[OCNYFireBuff]

Originally posted by slimelimefyrelt
it is a sutphen tower ladder....and it is a unique color. it has been about a year and a half...and we would really like to see it done,

That's a SWEEEEET lookin' truck! Checked it out via link in your profile. I'd like to see it made, too. Why not call Code 3 and inquire about it? The Sutphen towers are among the best they do, even if not 100% accurate (i.e. they haven't figured out how to do the high hand rails on the aerial yet).

[Hungrybus]

Bourke, I too like to display my Code 3's out of The Domes or New Packaging. I use Wall hung Display Cases from Giovanni Plastics. Each case holds from 45-50 Code 3's and there easy to install. Thaey cost $112.00 each including S&H. Here's a few samples.
Case 1

[Hungrybus]

Sorry about the Flash, Here's another one of the Cases.

[Hungrybus]

These cases will also hold other Models such as Corgi, Road Champs Etc., Here's one that has a mix of different types of Models in it.

[Hungrybus]

And the good thing about the wall hung cases, they only take up a 3rd of the room the Domes take up. Here's a view of all 3 of my cases on the wall. Let me know if you need The info on how to purchase these cases. and I'll post it for you.

[Hungrybus]

Oh Yeah, and when your done takeing the Code 3's out of the domes,don't throw the Badges away. I went to the local Wal-Mart and purchased a $4.00 Peg Board, and I Glued Stick Pins or Thumb tacks to the back of the badges. Makes for a neat display. I have 1 of these on either sides of my wall mounted cases.

[Hungrybus]

Here's the other one.

[OCNYFireBuff]

Cases look very nice. How effectively do they keep dust out?

[Hungrybus]

OCNY Firebuff, They keep the dust out very well, They have 3 locks on the bottom of the case, one on each side and 1 in the middle, which causes a real tight seal on the front of the case. I have had the 1 case for a couple of years and the Trucks don't have any dust at all on them.

[NorthSTAR]

Hungrybus-
please post the contact info for the cases. They would work great in my remodeling attempt!!

[Hungrybus]

Northstar, The info is as follows:

Giovanni Plastics Inc.
337 Elm St.
Struthers, Oh. 44471
1 800-547-4227

The Case that I have are Item # 24WRL, They sell for $100.00 plus $12.50 S&H. They measure 37 1/2 x 37 1/2 x 2 1/2 deep
They have 8 shelves. Hope this Helps.

[OCNYFireBuff]

http://www.giovanniplastics.com

:D

[Bourkes]

Hungrybus,
You certainly have an extensive and diverse collection. I really admire that.
Great way to display your collection. I might look into those cases, really sweet.
I have built some wooden shelves to display my collection, but, it's limited to how many can be displayed on them.
Thanks for sharing the info, and keep collecting.

And I too save all of the plastic "buttons". I've never been able to figure out how to display them though, that's a great idea using a cork board. Again, thanks for all the great ideas.

[Hungrybus]

Bourke, Thanks for the compliment, I have about 1300 Fire Truck Toys & Models throughout my Basement. My collection ranges from the smallest Micro-Machines all the way up to a 3 ft long Wireless remote Tower Ladder, that my Wife bought me. Oh, yeah it helps to have a wife who understands your hobby, she just tells everybody, I could be spending my Money on other unuseful things. I'm glad you liked the collection one day I'lll have to take photos of most of it and post it on the board. Thanks Again.

[somefireguy]

Great after reading all this. I have started my collection of code 3. have almost 20 in two months time. I think my favorite so far it the kentlands tower 33. Still waiting on a few more to get here. are their many hobbie shops in maryland that carry them?

[Ghetto FF]

Somefireguy,

Here are two good web sites to look at;
www.pthinc.com
www.code3.net

[Bourkes]

somefireguy
We are looking for the tower, please pm me if you can share some info...Thanks

[somefireguy]

I have looked at both sites. I joined the code 3 club. Mostly for the tanker they were offering. It is a very nice piece. I like going to ebay I have found I can get pieces for less. Well at least some of them. It's amazing to see how much some of them have increased in value.

[OCNYFireBuff]

Be prepared to pay between $75-100 for Tower 33, if you can find somebody who's looking to part with one. Either that, or sit back and hope and pray that Code 3 re-releases the "new" version of it, with their updated Seagrave mold :D

[Bourkes]

Yes seems if you want it, your going to pay a premium price.
And I would like to pick up "The Nut House" Tr. 111, that too is really pricey. Wouldn't that be sweet to re-release the "old" version of 111.

Thanks for the info somefireguy...

[somefireguy]

I have seen truck 111 serval times and it seems to be going for a pretty penny at the moment.

[OCNYFireBuff]

Any of the FDNY towers (especially Series 1) are mega-$$$$$. The Ladder 10 rear mount and the new Squad pumpers have done quite respectably for themselves as well, in terms of resale value.

[Bourkes]

and if you haven't already heard, Code 3 is re-releasing FDNY Engine 82, Truck 31, and the house. So anybody missed them the first time, come and get em.

[OCNYFireBuff]

82 and 31 both sold out in pre-release and the house has limited quantities remaining.

[Bourkes]

I didn't think they would be out already, bummer.
Any idea how many were made on the second release?

[somefireguy]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3591563305&category=7311

[OCNYFireBuff]

3,000 each of engine, truck, and house.

[redaxefireman]

is there a place you can order custom made firetruck toys, with your companies name and lables?

[In the Smoke]

I didn't think of this earlier, but I have about 40 fire truck toys that I am looking at selling. They are mostly Code 3 and Road Champs. All are in excellent condition. If there is anyone interested, please PM me and I will make arrangements for you to see them, whether it be to meet someone somewhere or digital picutres of the collection. I also have approximately 100 Road Champs police cars if anyone knows someone who is looking for them. In the fire truck collection there are some other styles outside of the 40 that I am looking at selling as well. Please PM if you or anyone you know is interested. Thanks.

[Bourkes]

In the Smoke
Check your pm box

[ohfrmn89]

damn i'm glad i checked out this site. hungry bus i like those cases. my wife boutght a "used" store glass display case like you see in stores that sit on the floor. i said "naaaah don't think so" right now i have my collection sitting on 2 bookcases which is ok but doesn't do very well at keeping dust out. i think i'm going to look into the cases like yours. $112 though........ouch

[Hungrybus]

ohfrmn89, I know that sounds like alot, but belive me they are well worth it. Like I said you can get 45 to 50 Code 3's in them, and that's well worth it, to be able to display your collection, and not have to worry about dust, I have one of those store cases you was talking about also, they work fine.

[towaladda124]

If anyone has FDNY Tower Ladder 124 that the would be willing to part with let me know. Also, does anyone know if Code3 will be doing the Cf Mack 124?

[Bourkes]

FDNY...I'm looking for a battalion chief's buggy and Tr. 111 (at a reasonable price).

[ohfrmn89]

hungry bus guess i'm gonna have to put those cases on next years xmas list. only problem i had with the store display case is the romm my wife lets me have as my "fireromm" is really small, like 10x12 or so. it's an old house used to be a bedroom. now it's my computer room/ firefighting memoribilia/firetrucks room. maybe i need to take over part of the basement where's there's "room to expand"....lol

[TIM12]

IF ANYBODY HAS ANY CODE 3 THEY WANNA GET RID OF (CONDITION DOESNT MATTER) PLEASE LET ME KNOW IM WILLING TO PAY A FAIR PRICE.

THANX IN ADVANCE.

[Bourkes]

Just ordered 4 FDNY new addition pieces. These are the 1/64 productions of the larger Engine 68 and Engine 273.
The complete set in addition to the two engine are Truck 49 and Truck 129. If you order all four rigs and are a Code3 member, the price is $209.76.
Get them while they last...

[TIM12]

My Newest Additions Are :

Miami Dade Squrt2 Pierce Quantam
Miami Dade Helicopter? Bell 412

Both Are Nice Looking.

[ENG12INE]

I am an avid mack apparatus collector. With the exception of a very few pieces all 200 models are mack. I collect corgi/code3/first gear/don mills to name a few.

[ENG12INE]

Did you say re-release? If so is the info on the code 3 website?If so has the re-release sold out already?

[fd141]

:cool: Over 100 Code 3 for sale at what I paid(Retail) except the "In HIGH Demand" Models;i.e. Black Indy Tower,Worcester,etc.
Email w/ wants or PM same.....

[ENG12INE]

Anybody out there get one of the Code 3 Harrison NY mack CF Pumper? (The White Version). If so, You wanna get rid of it.?

[somefireguy]

Has anyone seen code 3's new FDNY heavy rescue set?

[11927]

FDNY Rescue set...

[somefireguy]

looks to be a very nice set. just ordered one today. Rather pricey. But I guess it's worth it.

[11927]

Not that bad, only like 55 a piece.

[Hungrybus]

11927,Your right it is a nice set, I have been a member of the Code 3 Club since 1987, and have over 225 of them in my collection, But I think it's pretty sad that when they do a set like this they have to include them all, why don't they just sell them individually,they would still sell out. that way If you want just a certain one you don't have to buy the whole set. Also did you know that C3 was bringing out a Seagrave Ladder 49 in the future.

[11927]

Its funny that they are making a "Vintage 1970's Seagrave TDA", and Ladder 49, which is a 1974 Seagrave, comes out in October....hmmmm

[Bourkes]

Anyone...looking for a NYPD helicopter. Not interested in the older Corgi model.
Please pm me if you would like to part with the newer C3.

[Hungrybus]

I know it's a week later, but what did everybody get, who attended the Firehouse Expo Flea Market. Here's a view of my haul.

[Hungrybus]

From Corgi, I got the 2004 Firehouse Expo Seagrave Sedan Pumper.$39.00
and the Detroit Anniversary Seagrave Set. $71.00

[Hungrybus]

From Code 3 I got this years as well as the last 2 years Expo Pumpers.
2004 Ward Lafrance $35.00
2003 Mack CF $35.00
2002 ALF $10.00 which will soon be BCFD Squad 7

[Hungrybus]

Also from Code 3, I got the Jack Daniel's Freightliner Pumper $40.00
and the Chicago O'Hare LDV Command Post $37.00

[Hungrybus]

And the final item I got was the 1/18th Scale OCC Fire Bike $10.00

[fd141]

I don't post often, but I have to post this. Recently more than half of my Code 3 collection was recently stolen. All of these items were mint in box with sleeve. I am currently trying to gather a complete list of what was taken. Code 3 is sending me a complet list of what I have purchased from them since the beginning. I am also trying to contact ebay to see if they may have a history of my winning bids. We are talking about 100 to 150 pieces. The place where I was storing them was cleaned out by a neighbor who said he just "THREW" them away. These were all boxed and sealed and he just "THREW" them away. I lost a lot. I'm talking almost my entire FDNY collection (which I had 2 of each) as well as other hard to find pieces. They also took half of my Star Wars collection as well. Again, mint condition, never opened. I live in Levittown, PA. If anybody hears of a large collection going up for sale, wheter it be on ebay or on these pages or anywhere in this area, please let me know. I will be monitoring thse myself as well. The matter is being investigated by the Lower Southampton police as well as the Detectives. I would appreciate any help if anyone hears anything. Thanks.

Bill O'Neill

[Bourkes]

Since RES 6 has been put in service (Six in the city) and with the Code3 FDNY Rescues soon to arrive, wouldn't a RES 6 Code3 be rare? It certainly would be great if Code3 would put out a RES 6.
I don't know if RES 6 is something permanent or something that will disappear because of budget constraints.
Any thoughts?

[11927]

There is a Rescue 6?

[Bourkes]

Yes, there is now a Rescue 6, housed with Ladder 20, BC 2 @ 253 Lafayette St. in Manhattan.
It has been in service now for a couple of weeks.

[fd141]

I believe it's only a Temporary Co. due to the "Threats" and elevated scare level.

[OCNYFireBuff]

It also has to do with the Republican National Convention. A lot of streets in the area of Madison Square Garden will be closed (or tightly restricted) for a while, so this is an extra unit to cover some ground in lower Manhattan that Rescue 1 might not be able to get to quite so fast.

As for Code 3 making it, it's a Mack MR with a General Safety rescue body, not another "regular" unit like R 1-5. And, since C3 frowns on doing one-off molds (too expensive) I say don't hold your breath.

[somefireguy]

Just recieved the FDNY heavy rescue from code3. Got rescue 5 and the display case very nice piece. very detailed. Can't wait for the rest to get here.

[Bourkes]

That brings this question to mind, is everyone that ordered the FDNY rescues going to display them in the display case? I'm not sure if I will hang it. I might keep the rescues with the rest of my Code3s.
That said, I do like the looks of the display case, very nice.
BTW...Anyone ordering the Rapid Water "old" Mack FDNY?

[SLEEPY22]

Who Is Selling The Rapid Water Mack Nyfd

[Bourkes]

Go to...
www.westchestercollectibles.com
Delivery, sometime in October
Price, $34.99

[somefireguy]

Unfortunatly I don't have much of a display case for all my code 3s. So until I either buy a case or build one I am going to use the display. I think it looks pretty good. Can't wait to fill it with the other rescues. I must say code 3s and other FD die-cast are rather addicting. My collection keeps growing and growing.

[OCNYFireBuff]

I may use the rack at some point. More likely to do so than with the Squads, since the domes fit on these shelves, therefore keeping the trucks dust-free.

[Bourkes]

I used to keep all of my collectibles "under glass" but, now I don't. I just like the way they look better not under a dispay case. In fact, every week once I clean them I move them, and put some of the "sticks" up. It's a pain, but it works for me. In the next few months I will need to build additional shelving as I'm running out of room.
I'm not sure what I will do with the rescue rack.
I do have the squads on the display rack.

[Ghetto FF]

I bought book cases with adjustable shelves that I can add on to for my collection. Between Code 3 and Corji I have 81 toys and growing. I also move them around, open doors, put ladders up.

[SLEEPY22]

Thanks For The Info On The Rapid Water Pumper I Just Order It To Put With The Rest Of My Collection Of Trucks I Have Code 3, Franklin Mint, Corgi, First Gear, Solo, Matchbox, And A Few More I Can't Rember The Name Of Them But I Have Over 400 Of Them In A Room Over Top Of My Garage In Cabinets That I Built And Hung On The Walls I Will Try And Take Pictures And Put Them On This Site. I Injoy Collecting These Models, I Have Been Collecting Them For About 15 Years And When I Retired From The Fire Dept And Moved I Build A Room Just For Them. It Is Nice To Have Them All Display Now What A Great Hobby.

[TIM12]

Im looking for the following if anybody can help me.

Code 3
Fdny Suburban Doesnt Matter Which
Fdny BOT Seagrave Engine and Truck?
Dcfd Suburban
Lafd Suburban
Lafd E88
Lafd Ladder Truck Dont Care Which
Bcfd T7 & M12

Any old beat up or broken code3's [For piece/parts ]

Road Champs
Police Cars [The Jeep Cherokees and Suburbans and Certain Cruiser's]

If anybody can help please pm me.

Tim

[fd141]

ENGINES.......Windsor(Red);Baltimore C-Mack(2);Mesa(All
5);Louisville(22);Or. Co. Freightliner; Winter Park(61);Boston
Ward;Toy Fair Pierce(3);Millennium Luverne ;DCFD E-One;Members #1; Member's #2;Hollywood E27;LA E57(Memorial); Va.Beach(Flag);Va. Beach(No
flag);Portland;Cedar Hill;Plainfield;INFERNOS (FDIC Toy Fair,German
Show(2),Conshockon,Gary)......
AMBUS...Baltimore;Philly;Pittsburgh;Long Beach;Millennium....
SUBURBANS......Metro Dade;Clark Co.;Va. Beach;Richmond;E
Windsor;Vegas(Both);Winter Park;Newark(2 Diff.)....
SQUADS.....Tallman ;Millennium(2);Elsmere;Oak Lawn;Saddle Brook......
AERIALS........Tndy Tower(Red);Yonkers;Port Chester;DCFD
Trk.13 LTI;DCFD Trk.17 S/Grave;Hoffman Estates;Baltimore TDA#30;LA City
LTI(3,88);FDNY RMA #174;Boston Tower;Indy LTI TDA;Chino Valley....
....
KB Toys...1999,2000,2001,2002
St.Patrick's Editions...Castle Shannon,Clover
Firehouse Expo....1998,2000
Christmas Editions,,,,All 6 Issues
Toy Run....2000....
Chief's Edition's ...#4,5,7,9,10
Patriot Editions....Seagrave,Mack C,ALF RMA,Mack RMA
CRASH....Calgary;Waukegan;BWI;Vancouver;.......

Now,I do have a few not listed,so please ask if you don't see it.Only (1)
FDNY.
Also,Many ERTL and Winross available.Re-doing lists now,email with any Specific wants.

Thanks,
Danny
Email: primed@hotmail.com

ERTL pricing......$35.00 ea. +S&H.....AVG
Winross pricing....$35.00 ea. +S&H.....AVG.
Code 3 pricing.....http://www.fireengines.net/priceguide/index.htm

Just trying to get back what they cost me....Multiple purchases will get break on S&H and possibly unit pricing.

[FirePix1075]

TWDers...

Was cleaning up the basement and located several 2001 "Laurel Rescue Chief 49" Road Champs 1/43 scale die-cast cars.

These have long been sold out/discontinued from the manufacturer.

The cars and the packaging is in mint condition.

Anyone interested? $15 & S/H each. PM me if interested.

[somefireguy]

what no chatter about the code 3 FDNY heavy rescue set? Three out plus the display case. I must say i am pretty happy with it. I recieved rescue 3 with some damage they had a replacement on my doorstep in three days. i was very impressed.

[FirePix1075]

what no chatter about the code 3 FDNY heavy rescue set? Three out plus the display case. I must say i am pretty happy with it. I recieved rescue 3 with some damage they had a replacement on my doorstep in three days. i was very impressed.

I heard they are nice but it's unfortunate that Code 3 makes you buy them all as a set.. some of us can't afford to dump $300+ on them, when all I really want is the Res4Cue.

[OCNYFireBuff]

A lot of people have voiced similar concerns about that. Same thing happened with the Squad pumpers last year. However, Code 3 needs to justify the cost of making these one-off molds, and if they didn't all sell, C3 would be losing $$$. If the rescues were available individually, they'd probably only sell out one, maybe two of them.

If you want a R4, sign up on Code 3's message board and put up a request. Several people have purchased an extra set to break up for just that kind of situation. Probably get a better deal than eBay, too.

[Hungrybus]

Yes Firepix, like OCNY Firebuff said, go onto the code 3 board and look under for sale/trade, there's a couple of them floating around on there, I myself have obtained Rescues 2,3,& 5 from that board, you can also try E-bay your going to pay a little more, but you should be able to find it.
The next set to come out from Code 3 will be a Chicago Squad/Snorkel set. due out sometime in 2005.

[TIM12]

For Sale Metro Dade Pierce Quantum Telesqurt Asking $25 or even trade.
Email me for any add info.

Mint in dome No Sleeve

[L221]

Anyone interested in selling or know someone who is FDNY ladder 10. I am willing to pay top dollar $ send me a private

[10-75 K]

does anybody know the complete set of the code 3 patriot series? i got the mack rma, alf rma, mack wagon, seagrave wagon, and tower ladder, is there a rescue or any other peice that goes along with this set?

[TIM12]

For Sale Metro Dade Pierce Quantum Telesqurt Asking $25 or even trade.
Email me for any add info.

Mint in dome No Sleeve


It is Now Gone

[OCNYFireBuff]

does anybody know the complete set of the code 3 patriot series? i got the mack rma, alf rma, mack wagon, seagrave wagon, and tower ladder, is there a rescue or any other peice that goes along with this set?

Nope, that's all of it.

[11927]

anyone have any code 3 workshop insides not listed on the web site?

[OCNYFireBuff]

Inside info is hard to get. All depends on who ya know. All I've been able to find out is that we better strap in and hang on for the next couple of quarters, as they'll be bigger and better than ever.

[fd141]

Yeah, as long as you collect FDNY. :p

[FirePix1075]

Does anyone know if this rig from the United States Capitol Police K9 is an authentic piece?

I picked it up for a couple of bucks from Manny's Diecast.

It's "Matchbox" size.

[BigBrother]

I know there had been some questions as where you can find Kentland 33's Tower. Buck's Trucks which is an ebay store had the tower and the rescue-engine together in a set. It'll set ya back about 250 bucks though.

[SGFD906]

That's a great kitbash

[Hungrybus]

O.K., Now that it's over what did Santa bring you for Christmas in the Toy Fire Truck Dept.
I got Code 3 Milwaukee Command Vehicle.
Code 3 Chicago E-One RearMount Tower Ladder
Code 3 Patriot Mack CF RearMount Ladder
Orange County Chopper 1/10 Scale Fire Bike
Nano Building Blocks Fire Engine,Ambulance,Police Car "Pretty Nice Set"
Hot Wheels Back Draft 4x4 Monster Truck
and a few other Matchbox Sized Fire Trucks

Here's a little bit of neat info, regarding my Code 3 Collection. I keep an inventory of my C3 Collection on my Computor, as of 12-20-2004, I have 223 Code 3's in my Collection, and I have spent $5464.00 Dollars on the above 223 Trucks averaging about $24.61 Dollars a Truck. You see you can get Bargins if you take the time to shop around, "E-Bay,Code 3 Board,etc."

Also is everyone aware of the Big Toy Show coming up on Super Bowl Sunday. It will be held at The Shrewsbury Vol.Fire Company Hall in Shrewsbury,Pa. I think the doors open at 9 A.M. It's a show worth going to, They have everything from Model Kits to Matchbox Cars, alot of Fire Apparatus Toys also. I'll be there. Hope to see some of you there.

[FirePix1075]

Bus,

Glad "Santa" treated you well. Thanks for the heads-up about the Toy Show on Super Bowl Sunday.. now that the Ravens season is over, looks like I'll be free that day...

O.K., Now that it's over what did Santa bring you for Christmas in the Toy Fire Truck Dept.
I got Code 3 Milwaukee Command Vehicle.
Code 3 Chicago E-One RearMount Tower Ladder
Code 3 Patriot Mack CF RearMount Ladder
Orange County Chopper 1/10 Scale Fire Bike
Nano Building Blocks Fire Engine,Ambulance,Police Car "Pretty Nice Set"
Hot Wheels Back Draft 4x4 Monster Truck
and a few other Matchbox Sized Fire Trucks

Here's a little bit of neat info, regarding my Code 3 Collection. I keep an inventory of my C3 Collection on my Computor, as of 12-20-2004, I have 223 Code 3's in my Collection, and I have spent $5464.00 Dollars on the above 223 Trucks averaging about $24.61 Dollars a Truck. You see you can get Bargins if you take the time to shop around, "E-Bay,Code 3 Board,etc."

Also is everyone aware of the Big Toy Show coming up on Super Bowl Sunday. It will be held at The Shrewsbury Vol.Fire Company Hall in Shrewsbury,Pa. I think the doors open at 9 A.M. It's a show worth going to, They have everything from Model Kits to Matchbox Cars, alot of Fire Apparatus Toys also. I'll be there. Hope to see some of you there.

[11927]

any workshop news from C3?

[TIM12]

1/32nd Scale FDNY Sq61 to come soon...

[somefireguy]

I hear code 3 is going to do walkersvilles squad. anyone have any info on that.

[OCNYFireBuff]

Code 3's first quarter of 2005 line-up:

1. FDNY Mack CF Tower #41
2. Jersey City ALF Mid Mount Tower #4
3. FDNY Squad 61 (1/32 scale Diamond Plate series)
4. 1974 Seagrave TDA - Baltimore City Truck 7
5. San Diego Pierce Rear Mount Ladder 28
6. San Diego Pierce Dash Engine 29
7. FDNY ALF Pumper 34

Far as I know, the Walkersville rescue was just some bogus rumor that was started by someone on the Code 3 board. Wouldn't complain a bit if they DID make it, though.

[fd141]

If they do Walkersville,then the REAL Squadzilla wouldn't be far behind....

[FirePix1075]

[QUOTE=OCNYFireBuff]Code 3's first quarter of 2005 line-up:

1. FDNY Mack CF Tower #41 > March 2005
2. Jersey City ALF Mid Mount Tower #4 > February 2005
3. FDNY Squad 61 (1/32 scale Diamond Plate series) > February 2005
4. 1974 Seagrave TDA - Baltimore City Truck 7 > March 2005
5. San Diego Pierce Rear Mount Ladder 28 > February 2005
6. San Diego Pierce Dash Engine 29 > February 2005
7. FDNY ALF Pumper 34 > January 2005

Here's the schedule by month.

[FireGuard69]

Does anyone know where I can find a model of a newer Pierce Contender Engine, preferably with a top mounted pump panel?

[OCNYFireBuff]

Not sure if anyone makes a Contender yet. Code 3 has made a few top-mount Dashes, but most (if not all) are long since sold out. Can still be had from dealers, eBay, etc.

[Jaws]

Code 3's first quarter of 2005 line-up:


4. 1974 Seagrave TDA - Baltimore City Truck 7


Here is the issue, for those who may have seen this picture. This is supposed to be a model for the Truck used in Ladder 49. It certainly has the price for it. But heres the issue. If they want to make it truck 7 then they need to change the colors to orange and white. If its to be modeled after the movie then they need to change the number and the lightbar. For the record the truck in 49 was first line truck 7 until 1994. But to market this as the movie truck without being totally accurate is not right

[OCNYFireBuff]

There was more than a little bit of discussion about this on the Code 3 board, and the "incorrect" color scheme has cost them more than one sale, from the sounds of it. However, they have released updated pics of the model showing it with a single round beacon light on top, rather than the strobe bar seen in the movie.

Still, there are many who have not given up hope that Code 3 will some day get the licensing rights to produce a "Ladder 49" as seen in the film.

[Hungrybus]

Did anyone go to The Shrewsbury Toy Show this past Sunday, and If you did what did ya get. There was some guys there selling the Code 3 FDNY Seagrave E-10 for $89.00. What a Rip, It hasn't even sold out yet.

[FirePix1075]

Did anyone go to The Shrewsbury Toy Show this past Sunday, and If you did what did ya get. There was some guys there selling the Code 3 FDNY Seagrave E-10 for $89.00. What a Rip, It hasn't even sold out yet.

Kevin, I was sick and didn't make it.. I assume you didn't go either?

Yea, that's a lot for the E10..

Did you get E290 or E34 yet - both are awesome.

[Bourkes]

[QUOTE=FirePix1075]



Did you get E290 or E34 yet - both are awesome.[/QUOTE

I got them both recently, very happy with them.
I would like to see the FDNY Battalion 9 firehouse, buggy, 4 Tr., and 54 Eng. released.

THE PRIDE OF MIDTOWN

[Hungrybus]

Here's a few shots from my recent creations, The 1st one BCFD Foam Cascade-3 was a Johnny Lightning Coke Delivery Van. The 2nd BCoFD Special Medical Service Unit 160, was a TinsToys 1/55th Police Sheriffs Van.

[TIM12]

My new and wonderful imagination of "Tims AAcofd Hm23"

Heres a shot of it 50% done more to come hopefully

[OCNYFireBuff]

Anybody order the 1/32 scale Squad 61 from Code 3? It's an amazing piece. One of their best ever, despite a "minor" flaw or two.

[Ghetto FF]

Anybody order the 1/32 scale Squad 61 from Code 3? It's an amazing piece. One of their best ever, despite a "minor" flaw or two.




Received mine a week or so ago. Very nice.

[Bourkes]

Squad CO 61 ,
Can you tell us what the "minor" flaw is? Will Code3 correct the flaw?
Thanx

[OCNYFireBuff]

Received mine a week or so ago. Very nice.

How'd you pull that off? They only started shipping Monday. Got mine in two days....must be a new FedEx record there!

Bourke...the "minor flaws" involve the wheels. The ten little holes around the edge of the Alcoa rim are drilled out on the front wheel, but not on the rear, and the hubs are covered, as opposed to exposed (painted red) on the real rig. Neither item got corrected, but it's still a great looking truck.

Anyone with a steady hand and a very skinny drill bit should be able to correct the hole problem easy enough. I know of a few folks who did that with the Rescues, and they're half the size.

[fd141]

No Foul!! Replica of 2004 Version,not the 2003 version.
2003 version---- No extra Wagon Pipe on roof,Light Bars were different,No extra boxes.
2004 Version matches the model. :eek:
Per observation on MM's site...http://www.fdnytrucks.com/files/html/bronx/e61.htm

[Bourkes]

OCNYFireBuff,
Thanks for the information about the rig. Sounds real sweet, and great looking too.

[OCNYFireBuff]

No prob, dude!

Actually, upon further investigation, one of the "errors" actually isn't an error or oversight at all......the truck has had hub covers added since they received it, along with LED light bars, and the other items fd141 mentioned. So basically the only thing wrong is the non-drilled holes.

[Bourkes]

K,

Thanx, how about a Code3 FDNY Super Pumper Tender?

[Runnin_past_u]

I am looking for letters for a Corgi/ Kitbash. I have looked and haven't been able to find any for the truck. I took the Fairfax Seagrave Engine and re-modeled it to look like this truck, all I need are the letters to finish it up.

Thanks

[OCNYFireBuff]

Thanx, how about a Code3 FDNY Super Pumper Tender?

Patience, grasshopper ;) ;) :D :D :D

[fd141]

:eek: Done by 1st Gear,this piece is AWESOME :eek: ...Limited Small Run 480(100 to Clinton)... Website is
http://www.toytalkreplicas.com/ShopSite/emergency_trucks.asp

[williams930]

I have some Code 3 Fire Trucks for sale. If anyone is interested please e-mail me at williams.ryan@verizon.net. Thanks Guys and be safe!

[FirePix1075]

Opened up my mailing today from Code 3 and was very happy to see that in June they will be releasing a 1974 Seagrave TDA marked as BCFD Truck 10 in the orange and white livery. Nice looking model. Limited edition. Club member exclusive. $60 member price. Get your orders in now!

[Bourkes]

Any FDNY 41 Truck deliveries yet?

[OCNYFireBuff]

Yeah, got mine the other day. Looks really good. Heard a couple of comments on the Code 3 board about some lights and/or a siren missing from the bumper, but I'd have never known. Looks OK the way it is. Only thing I might have changed is I think the stripes should be just a tad bit wider. That's basically the only reason I bought it (already have TL-31).....wanted a Mack 'scope in something resembling the current livery.

[FirePix1075]

Also received my pair this week. Bought them b/c of my affinity for FDNY pieces, having grown up and buffed in NYC.. but was disappointed. Can't quite put my finger on it, but I was not impressed. For Code 3, I'd have to say this was a let-down.

[Bourkes]

I like mine, it compliments my Truck 31, and TL 17.
I agree the stripes could have been wider, like my TL 17.

OCNYFireBuff-whats next on Code3 list for FDNY?

[OCNYFireBuff]

I have no idea what's the "next" FDNY piece, but a hot rumor suggests that we will see the Super Pumper, Tender, and three Mack C Satellites before the year's over. :eek:

Also, a 1969 ALF 900 Series closed-cab TDA.

[Bourkes]

Super Pumper, Tender

What took so long? :D

[OCNYFireBuff]

I'm glad they waited, actually. The detail just keeps getting better and better with each new piece. Had they made it five years ago, we'd probably be sitting here asking for it to be re-tooled by now.

[Bourkes]

Totally agree,
CODE3 has stepped up to the plate, my first Code3 to my current, is night and day in detail.

Keep them coming.

[FirePix1075]

Code 3 arrived today - wow!!

[OCNYFireBuff]

Oh yeah, they've hit themselves another home run here. But, of course, all the naysayers on the Code 3 message board who, it seems, aren't happy unless they've got something to bitch about, they're all up in arms about how it's not perfectly in scale. Maybe just a hair bigger than 1/64. You'd think after Code 3 delayed it to fix the error with the wheels (the prototype had duals on the tiller :eek: ) that they would be happy to have it "as is" now.

I can't wait to see what this bad boy looks like in the orange/white scheme.

[Bourkes]

Sounds like a winner.

I'll probably see the Code3 BCFD truck next month @ fire expo in Harrisburg.

I'm sure some vendors will be selling them.

[OCNYFireBuff]

Somebody on Code 3's board posted some pics of Truck 7 alongside other Code 3 releases, for comparison purposes. I'd say it is a hair "out of scale". The Seagrave is bigger than most, if not all, of the others it was next to. Should be "slightly" smaller than at least some of them, as a real Seagrave of that era is not as "big" as many modern rigs.

Still an outstanding piece, if you can get over the "size matters" issue.

[Runnin_past_u]

I was looking at my FDNY Rescue Set and noticed a differance between Rescue 2 and the others (5,4,3) On the back of Rescue 2 where the amber lights should be there are blue ones. Now was this a code 3 screw up or is it actually like that? :confused:

[OCNYFireBuff]

It's supposed to be like that. The real R2 has blue lights.

[Runnin_past_u]

Thanks, did not know that.

[Odie23]

Has anyone found the 1/25 scale ALF Eagle kit made by Trumpeter? I've looked for it and can't find it in the hobby shops, and didn't remember which FAJ it was reviewed it to see who made it for a special order. Has anyone seen/built this kit?

Thanks,
Odie

[OCNYFireBuff]

I *could* be wrong, but I don't think that's officially been released yet. Been hearing talk about it on and off for a year or two. Last time it came up on the Code 3 boards, there was some pretty scary numbers being tossed around in terms of an estimated price.

[OCNYFireBuff]

BCFD Truck 10 (orange/white scheme) arrived today, a day ahead of FedEx predicted ETA. Looks great! Nice little ray of sunshine amidst the controversy that rocked the C3 message boards over the weekend.

[FirePix1075]

For those of us who aren't on the Code 3 message boards, what's up?

[OCNYFireBuff]

Somebody on the ATEV board (which I keep forgetting still exists, and frankly, don't know why it does)....posted an item about there being 9 people laid off from Code 3. Which prompts a certain "lime" colored apparatus buff to go into "Chicken Little" mode. Instead of "The sky is falling", he kept insisting that the demise of Code 3 Collectibles was imminent. Between the "light" 2nd Quarter, them not going to Baltimore, and now this ("Companies that are doing well do not lay off people" he insists).

This guy goes off on rants from time to time where he states his opinion as fact, and insists that this is the way things are, and if you don't believe him, you're basically wrong. Trying to reason with him is like trying to put out a forest fire by pissing on it.....ain't gonna happen. He thinks that if he tells enough people that Code 3 is living on borrowed time that maybe it actually is. And, of course, all of this crap is unfolding on a holiday weekend, where we assume it'll be at least two more days before we hear an official statement one way or the other.

Enter Orlando Ramos (Code 3 R&D bigwig, and fellow collector). Takes time out of his personal day off on Monday to reply. Problem is, he's apparently gotten a new computer, and didn't save his old sign-in info, so now he's got yet another new screen name, which of course sets the skeptics in motion thinking it's some joker claiming to be Orlando.

Orlando assures us that Code 3 isn't going anywhere anytime soon, and even after apparently calling this guy at home and telling him man to man, the dude's still a little skeptical. 'Twas a regular zoo there for a while yesterday.

[Bourkes]

I do not go on the other board, so please keep us posted.

Hopefully this is only a rumor.

[OCNYFireBuff]

Yeah, Code 3's imminent demise was just a rumor, fabricated by some nut job trying to draw attention to himself. He became so obsessed with it that it began to snowball.

The layoffs were throughout Funrise (parent company). Total of nine, only three of which were from Code 3, all in the Customer Service dept.

[FirePix1075]

In case anyone has yet to receive Truck 7 or 10.. they are really nice pieces, yet again!

[The Ahrens Fox]

Guys and Gals:
Have really enjoyed the postings here and the cool pics. I have become somewhat dis-interested in collecting Code3's. There is nothing wrong with it but I got into photography and have devoted much of my time to Fire apparatus photography. I have several cool trucks for sale which i have listed below. some are odd balls and some are classics.


1) D.C.F.D truck 6 50.00 nothing less but gose to the highest bidder.

2) Honlulu F.D. Ladder 25.............25.00
3) L.A. City Engine 90..With antena (very rare) 30.00
Engine 51..With antena " " 35.00
Eng. 90......Without antena 15.00
Eng. 52 .....without antena 15.00 (there 2)
Eng. 57......no antena (there are 2)..20.00
Eng. 18 .....no antena 15.00
Eng. 88......no antena 15.00
Eng. 82 .....no antena 15.00

4) Honolulu Eng. 14 .......crown pumper w/surfboard 25.00
Eng. 31 .....Seagrave 15.00
Eng. 5 .....Seagrave 15.00

Houston Tx. Eng. 96, 78, 49, 38, 72, Seagraves 15.00 Each

Louisville Ky. Eng. 6, 7 seagraves 15.00 each

Winsor Ontario Eng. 1 20.00

Chesterfield Va. Eng. 73 Pierce Quantum 20.00

Va. Beach Va. Eng. 5 Pierce Quantum 20.00

Metro Dade Eng.30 pierce Quantum 20.00

Mesa Az. Eng. 201
Eng. 203 20.00 each

Denver Co. Eng. 15 seagrave 15.00
Blank seagrave 15.00

Toys R Us 1999 Eng. 25.00

Logan Airport Crash 7 no snozzel 45.00
O'Hare Airport with snozzel 45.00

Clark County NV E-One pumper 20.00


All of these are sold out per Code 3 so I think it is a modest price I am asking. I am sure that some of these will go fast


Jim Fremeau

[FirePix1075]

Code 3 will soon be releasing an FDNY Super Pumper set, which will include:

FDNY Super Pumper 1
FDNY Super Tender 1
FDNY Mack C Satellite 1
FDNY Mack C Satellite 2
FDNY Mack C Satellite 3
Customized Wood Display Case with FDNY plaque


Price not yet posted.

http://www.code3.net/club/club_special.asp?id=667

[OCNYFireBuff]

Hmmm.....the Club area is "supposed" to be restricted, yet that link works for me without being logged into C3. :confused:

Yes, the long-awaited SPS is finally going to become a reality. Hopefully the narrow front axle (wheels "should" be almost flush with the edge of the cab, no?) will be one of the only discrepancies we encounter here. The "Holy Grail of die-cast", as they put it, should be as close to perfect as they can possibly make it. Hopefully they won't drop the ball on such a highly coveted piece.

Among other goodies for next quarter (which opens for pre-order to Collector's Club members on June 30), is the also long awaited debut of an American LaFrance Century series pumper.

[ashfire]

Does anyone know where I can get a model of Japan's Fireengine ambulance built by Morita Fire Apparatus?

[FirePix1075]

I haven't heard anything about Code 3 releasing one of their annual pieces to coincide with the Firehouse Expo in a few weeks?

[OCNYFireBuff]

They aren't "officially" hyping it as such, but the orange/white version of the Seagrave TDA is being considered the Expo piece for this year.

[Bourkes]

Is anyone out there ordering the Super Pumper Set?

I would think this will sell out pretty fast.

[Odie23]

Hey OCFD, will the Orange & White TDA be marked for expo, or will it stay BCFD?

[OCNYFireBuff]

It's lettered as BCFD Truck 10. They made 1,974 pieces (playing on the model year of the rig, 1974). It was released last quarter, and is either sold out, or very close to it.

[FirePix1075]

Well this was one of my favorite threads and unfortunately no one has posted to it in a while.

Got some real nice additions to my "fleet" recently.

First up is the United States Capitol Police K9 unit, in 1/32 scale.

This rig, which was purchased from Manny's Diecast (www.mannysdiecast.com), is a steal in my opinion at $59.95. It is heavy, the top (roof) is removeable, and has many "opening" features. It says the manufacturer is "Unique Replicas", but it appears to be the same mold that Code 3 has listed as "Crown Premium" for their series of Command Units -- which also look great, but are priced higher, at $75 for members.

Does anyone know if these 2 companies are "one in the same", or at least related?

[FirePix1075]

Two more shots...

[FirePix1075]

Next is this US Coast Guard helicopter -- 1/43 scale Agusta A109 Power Helicopter - available from Manny's for only $11.95. Great looking piece, and both side doors open.

[FirePix1075]

This year's Hess truck is out: http://www.hesstoytruck.com/ and it looks great! (well, they look great -- 2 firetrucks in one!)

Can't wait to pick up a couple of them this weekend.

[Hungrybus]

Yes, they are cool, I got 2 on Wensday. They have 4 buttons on top of the Truck to make 3 different sirens, and the other makes all the lights flash. The only thing I didn't like about this years Hess Truck, is that it has either Orange or yellow Lights in the Lightbar, I wish they would have made them Red.

[Hungrybus]

hers's a few shots of this years Hess Fire Truck.

[Odie23]

I liked the Hess trucks better when they resembled real fire trucks, they're beginning to make them look too "toyish" in my opinion. It still looks cool though...

Odie

[VAFireBuff]

But as far as toys go, here's some very cool ones. You can build your own city. http://www.lego.com/eng/city/

If you go online and look at the cityscapes in the park, the one of DC is pretty cool and the one of NY is complete with firefighters and ladder truck.
http://www.lego.com/legoland/california/rides/miniland_regions.asp?locale=2057

[Hungrybus]

Here's the latest Signature Series Model I picked up today at Wal-Mart. It's a 1938 Ford. I believe it's the same one that was out a few years ago, only all Red and with Georgetown Markings on it. This one is lettered for Everette Fire Dept. and is done in 1/24th Scale.

[Observer]

There are several of those Yat MIng models available like the Ford that Hungrybus posted above. Another model that is available is some Wal-Marts is a 1935 Mack pumper from Hanover, PA. The real pumper that this was modelled from is owned by Rudy Radish who lives in Calvert County, MD. There's also a red and white Ahrens-Fox but I haven't been able to find that yet.

[Hungrybus]

Here's the latest addition to the Toy Collection, It's a 1/32nd Scale Peterbilt Fire Tow Truck made by Jada Toys. It's 95% Diecast with a little plastic. Not a bad piece for $13.99

[whb324]

I have a collection of over 300 vintage fire truck toys. Many are long gone from store shelves. Many are HO scale in great condition. I even have the entire set of the Kellogg cereal fire trucks from the 1950's. I would like to sell this collection as 1 piece for $1000. I will break it up but each piece will cost more. Contact me at PByrne5555@cox.net

[slimelimelt]

anyone know where I can pick up a Orlando Sutphen tower or Port Chester tower for cheap......my son really wants one and would like to get it for him. Also....are there any companies that make special requests.....like the tower my company has??

[FirePix1075]

There are a bunch of Orlando FD Towers on eBay.....

[FirePix1075]

Just got the FDNY & LACoFD Freightliner rigs --- wow!! Pics to follow.

[FirePix1075]

Here's the rig from California....

[FirePix1075]

Fdny = Wow!

[FirePix1075]

I nearly fell off my chair when reading Fire Apparatus Journal this week and saw that Busch has made a 1/87 scale model for Pikesville VFC Medic 325... looks great!

http://www.discounttrainsonline.com/Busch-Emergency-Vehicle-Ford-E-350-Pikesville-Vol-Fire-Co/item189-41823.html

Does anyone know if Co. 32 might be selling them as a company fundraiser?