Chicago Fire Department 1954 FWD 85' Tractor-Drawn Aerial scale model
The flagship of any elite vintage fire truck collection.
This is your opportunity to take home a piece of Chicago firefighting history. This 1:50 scale model of Chicago Fire Department's 1954 FWD 85' Tractor Drawn Aerial is a museum grade masterpiece, and a worthy addition to elite Chicago collections. Hand-crafted and limited in production, this replica will not be available long.
Hand-crafted using over 965 intricately detailed parts.
Chicago's FWD tractor-trailer features true-to-scale parts that are individually designed, cast or fabricated, painted, decorated and assembled over the course of 18 months. From the hand lights mounted behind the cab to the trailer-mounted street and cellar pipes, the 1954 FWD is authentic and precise.
Production extremely limited of six H&L Companies
Only 50 pieces each of Hook & Ladder Companies 8, 19, 26, 33, 41 and 53 have been produced. Fire Replicas manufactures true collectibles in limited quantities for enhanced long-term value. Once fully sold, no additional units will be produced.
Each production model is unique
Each wooden ladder is replicated using water immersion graphics to create a wood grain appearance. The wood grain and tone will vary, model to model. In addition, each H&L Co. replica has unique graphics including license plates, and door and hood decals. H&L Companies 19 and 33 feature "Chicago Fire Dept." on the hood, while the others feature "C.F.D".
Preserved and protected in a custom case.
The 1954 FWD Tractor-Trailer measures 15 inches long and includes a fully custom case measuring 18"L x 6"W x 5.25"T. The case includes a stainless steel nameplate featuring the truck/department name and CFD scramble logo.
Chicago Fire Department FWD 85' Tractor-Drawn Aerial scale model specs
- Scale: 1:50
- Production Quantity: 50 each of H&L Co 8, 19, 26, 33, 41 and 53
- H&L Companies 19 and 33 feature "Chicago Fire Dept." hood graphics. Others feature "C.F.D"
- Wooden Ladders are replicated using water immersion. Therefore the tones of the "wood" will vary from model to model.
- 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: 15"L x 2"W x 2.5"T
- Display Case Dimensions: 18"L x 6"W x 5.25"T
More About the Scale Model
This Chicago Fire Department FWD 85' Tractor Drawn Aerial scale model is a museum grade replica. 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.