1/26/20 30/100 International Fire Pumper

Finally, something based on the real truck with this International Fire Pumper that debut in 1999 and is one of the finest detailed fire engines by Matchbox.  The gold paint really looks good on this casting with V-shaped rescue lights, sirens mounted below the front bumper, and the famed International 3800 with large grille with emergency lights and even the international badge between the headlights.  The sides really come alive with chrome base showing off the diamond plate side steps, the water pump after the crew cab, the ladders on the sides, rescue lights on the rear corners, and even the ripples of the water pump hoses on the top.  Very nicely done!  Even the deco looks realistic with graphics on the side covers to indicate what is stored there.  There may be no interior, but the sheer detail of this casting outshines that, and even today this remains a very popular fire engine model by Matchbox.

Specifications:

· Engine: 7.3L turbodiesel V8

· Transmission: 4-speed automatic

· 0-60 mph: 15.0 sec. est.

· Real vehicle price: #500,000 est. 1999

Rating:  5 out of 5 stars