Chicago 1973 American LaFrance 100' Ladder Chief - Truck Co. 1 - South Loop
$349.00
(2 reviews)
Write a Review
Chicago 1973 American LaFrance 100' Ladder Chief - Truck Co. 1 - South Loop
Chicago 1973 American LaFrance 100' Ladder Chief - Truck Co. 1 - South Loop
Chicago's 1973 Truck Co. 1, serving the South Loop...now available in 1:50 scale
The museum grade line of classic replicas for Chicago Fire Department continues with Truck 1, a 1973 American LaFrance 100' Ladder. Add this classic Chicago rig to your collection today!
Hand-crafted, limited in production and display-ready
Truck Co. 1 is hand-crafted and authentic down to the smallest of features. Production is limited to 50 units and includes a fully-custom display case to protect and preserve the unit.
Chicago Fire Department 1973 American LaFrance 100' Ladder Chief - Truck Co. 1 - South Loop scale model specifications
- Scale: 1:50
- Production Quantity: 50
- Multi-materials including High Def Resin, stainless steel photo etch metal, wire, rubber and other composites.
- Mounted inside high quality, custom display case featuring etched stainless steel I.D. nameplate.
- Model Dimensions: 8.75"L x 2.25"W x 2.75"T
- Display Case Dimensions: 12"L x 6"W x 5"T
The American LaFrance Trucks that Chicago Fire Department used in the 1970's were truly classic. Producing replicas of these beautiful rigs small enough to take home, is a painstaking process. Over 18 months, each of the hundreds of intricately detailed parts are designed, cast or fabricated, painted, decorated, and trimmed...then organized in small bins, ready for assembly. There is no substitute for the laborious tasks that each of the 35 skilled men and women perform. It is a sight to see as each team member patiently adheres each part to another, consistently analyzing the end result. As you scroll down the assembly pictures, take notice of the parts on each workstation and you will gain a greater appreciation for the process. And don't forget to add these Classic American LaFrance Ladder Chiefs to your Chicago collection.
More About the Scale Model
This Chicago Truck Co. 1 scale model is a museum grade replica of the 1973 American LaFrance 100' Ladder Chief. Like all Fire Replicas models, every detail is modeled to perfection and with razor sharp precision. The replica features the specific department configuration and graphics, leaving no detail overlooked. The display case is custom manufactured with high quality acrylic and resin. The stainless steel etched plate features the department and truck name, and department seal. This replica is a treasure to be displayed and admired and is in no way a toy.
Safety Warning
This is not a toy and not suitable for children under the age of 14. This highly detailed scale model contains small, intricate pieces that may present a choking hazard.
Reviews
-
Historical Downtown Chicago Truck!
In Chicago's First District one could find Station 1 right off of Wells Street in the heart of the South Loop of the Downtown area. I visited there several times as a great bookstore was nearby for me to visit. These buffing trips were conducted in the latter part of the 1970's. The station housed Aerial 1, Engine 1, and Ambulance 41. The Ambulance was hardly ever in quarters during my visits. The Engine ran a lot also. I believe that there were two chief's buggies quartered there also. I was always curious to visit as many CFD houses whenever I came to Chicago on a vacation or short visit. Seeing these rigs was quite an inspiration to me as a young fireman. Thank you Fire Replicas for capturing these models in all of their glory!
-
Outstanding details
The truck is fantastic looking, again Fire Replicas nailed the cab curve of the ALF. The details on the model are outstanding looking, this will look great next to my ALF engine 1!