Chicago Fire Department 1974 Mack MB Engine Co. 108 - Northwest - Jefferson Park
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Chicago Fire Department 1974 Mack MB Engine Co. 108 - Northwest - Jefferson Park
1:50 scale model of Chicago Fire Department 1974 Mack MB Engine Co. 108 - Northwest - Jefferson Park
Chicago's Classic Engine Co.108...now small enough to take home
Limited in production to an elite 30 units and preserved in a high-quality case.
Featuring hundreds of intricately detailed, hand-crafted stainless steel parts.
Precisely engineered in 1:50 scale, measuring just under 6 inches in length.
History of Engine 108 courtesy of Joe O'Brien -
Engine 108 was organized in the new firehouse in 1906 with Truck 23 located in Jefferson Park on the Northwest side of Chicago. Over the years the station would see more apparatus assigned, Battalion 22 moved in this station in 1929, and Ambulance 7 was organized here in the late 40’s. This area still had a lot of prairies around, and at one point, two small booster rigs were in this house. 1956 Squad 11 was moved into the firehouse using a 1954 Autocar. This was also the first time an ambulance and Squad ran out of the same house. In the late 60’s Squad 11 was taken out of service and in 1971 Flying Squad 7 was organized here. As the rigs continued to get larger, the bay space was very tight. In 1981 the Engine, Truck, Battalion, and Ambulance moved to a new 4 bay station on Milwaukee Ave. south of Lawrence Ave.
Engine 108’s Mack B was produced by Fire Replicas as well as now the 1975 Mack MB, that replace the Mack B. Flying Manpower Squad 7’s Mack MB, which was in the station with both the Mack B and Mack MB has been done by Fire Replicas. Fire Replicas has produced two different E-One Tower ladder 23’s.
More About the Scale Model
This Chicago Engine 108 scale model is a museum grade replica of the 1974 Mack MB/Howe pumper. 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
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Amazing looking Engine
I am always in aw when I see all the details that go into my Fire Replicas models. The Mack B sits right next to the Mack B of Engine 108, and Flying Squad 7. This is an amazing looking engine and I have the station set for the era that all three of the models ran in from Fire Replicas.
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Engine 108
I grew up in Jefferson Park in Engine 108 Still district and as a fire fan remember each rig in the house. This replica is so accurate and a step back in time. My friends dad was a lieutenant on both Flying Manpower Squad 7 (which I bought) and Engine 108. My dream was to buy that firehouse on Lipps and make it my Home after they moved out to their new home on Milwaukee Avenue. Just a pipe dream. Will complete my collection with Truck 23, Battalion and Ambulance from a by gone era.. These are remarkable!!!!