Truck toys of all sizes are a long-time favorite of children because they love to pretend that they are driving those big vehicles. Meanwhile, even adults may be interested in the die-cast truck toys because they are considered to be collectibles.
There are various kinds of truck toys that can be purchased online. They can be classic wood toys, die-cast toys, or plastic toys. Examples of die-cast truck toys include Hillwick Quad Axle Dump Truck, Michael Bigg Jr. 388 Peterbilt truck with Lowboy Trailer, International Rollback, Harley-Davidson Vintage Ford Wrecker, Peterbilt Tri Axle Dump Truck, and MAC Granite Dump Truck.
Meanwhile, Bruder has various kinds of truck toys. One example is the MAN Cement Mixer that is provided with a hand wheel that the child can use to turn the drum. The chute can be adjusted and water can be made to come out of the water tank. The Cab can be lifted to show the engine underneath. Another example is the MACK Granite Flatbed Truck. The doors to the driver’s cabin can be opened. It has a fully functional fifth wheel coupling, fold-down access ramps, fold-away sustainers, and adjustable vehicle locks.
The Hess Toy Truck is another company that offers model truck toys. The models for various trucks from the 1960s to the presents are available. For example, the first Hess Toy Truck is the 1964 Hess Tanker Trailer that is based on the original Hess tanker trailer. The 2008 Hess Toy Truck and Front End Loader has 38 working lights and can produce authentic sounds for horn and ignition.
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Hess Toy Truck Celebrates a 45 Year Holiday Tradition
2009 Hess Race Car and Racer Kicks Fun and Innovation into High Gear
NEW YORK (October 30, 2009) – Hess Corporation today celebrates the 45th anniversary of what has become a family holiday tradition for generations with the newest addition to its renowned collection of holiday toy trucks: The 2009 Hess Race Car and Racer.
Not since 1993 has the Hess Toy Truck featured a car, when the Patrol Car was first introduced and went on to become the fastest selling Hess Toy Truck ever. The race is on to get this year’s Hess Toy Truck. The 2009 Hess Race Car and Racer goes on sale Friday, November 13 at participating Hess and Hess Express retail stores, retailing for $24.99 plus tax – Energizer® batteries included.
For the first time in Hess Toy Truck history, a race car takes the spotlight as the main featured vehicle. The 2009 Race Car and Racer reinforces a long tradition of quality, value and craftsmanship. It features a touch-release canopy compartment that opens to reveal a hidden compartment with surprise cargo – a smaller, faster race car powered by a pull-back racing motor and its own set of working lights. The toy set’s full lineup of fun features includes:
Race Car
· 29 lights with an optional flashing mode
· 3 realistic sound features (ignition, acceleration and horn)
· Alloy-look racing wheels
· Chrome detailed rear view mirrors and air vents
· Low profile headlights (a first for a Hess Toy Truck)
· Rear spoiler
· Canopy compartment with a spring-release hood that opens with a touch
· 2 Energizer ‘C’ batteries
Small Racer:
· 15 lights
· Pull-back racing motor
· Alloy-look racing wheels
· Chrome detailed rear view mirrors and vents
· Low profile headlights
· Rear spoiler
· 1 Energizer ’AA’ battery
The Hess Toy Truck has been a holiday tradition since 1964, and is one of the longest running toy brands on the market. As in past years, the truck will be sold exclusively at Hess retail stores in 16 East Coast states while supplies last. For a complete list of Hess Toy Trucks through the years or to find the nearest Hess location, please visit: http://www.hesstoytruck.com.
Hess Corporation, with headquarters in New York, is a global integrated energy company engaged in the exploration, development, production, purchase, transportation and sale of crude oil and natural gas. The corporation also manufactures, purchases, trades and markets refined petroleum and other energy products.
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