Franklin Mint 1:32 - Model car - 1912 Christie Front...

Franklin Mint 1:32 – 1912 Christie Front Drive Steamer Fire Engine – Display Base – Original Box – Very Good Condition Description 1. Model Description Offered here is an exceptionally detailed Franklin Mint Precision Models reproduction of the 1912 Christie Front Drive Steamer Fire Engine, produced in 1:32 scale. This historic American fire engine is finished in traditional bright red with fine gold-coloured decorative lining and numerous silver, brass-coloured and black details. The model is presented on its original wood-effect display base with a brass-coloured nameplate reading: “1912 Christie Front Drive Steamer” The vehicle carries an extensive selection of period firefighting equipment. Its numerous separately fitted parts create an impressive and authentic representation of an early motorised fire engine. Visible details include: - Long roof-mounted extension ladders - Coiled fire hose and hose reel - Side-mounted suction hoses - Firefighting nozzles and tools - Prominent front searchlight - Detailed lamps, bell and horn - Driver’s controls and seating - Spoked wheels with rubber tyres - Exposed mechanical components - Detailed front-drive construction - Rear-mounted equipment and fittings - Fine decorative gold-coloured markings - Original Franklin Mint presentation base - Original Franklin Mint identification tag The model was manufactured primarily from die-cast metal and supplemented with plastic, rubber and other materials. Manufacturer: Franklin Mint Precision Models Model: Christie Front Drive Steamer Fire Engine Year represented: 1912 Scale: 1:32 Colour: Red with gold, silver and brass-coloured details Material: Die-cast metal with additional materials Condition: Very good collector’s condition Display base: Original wood-effect presentation base Packaging: Original Franklin Mint box and internal packaging Original Franklin Mint

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