New Models From SIKU

SIKU, a manufacturer that I have really never discussed just released a few new models of all types at the end of september. Here is a poster displaying their new offerings. They generally have a few farm toys for us.

A quote from the SIKU website:

The highlight for all 1:32 scale FARMER collectors and fans.The Claas Xerion
5000 (item 3271) is an impressive continuation of the traditional Claas
brand in
the segment of powerful and sturdy large-sized tractors. SIKU now
produces this
powerful, but beautifully crafted original to 1:32 scale as an
authentic toy
model. In addition to proven features such as the steering
mechanism, opening
engine bonnet and SIKU coupling devices, this model is
fitted with two universal
lighting systems on the cabin roof and with
folding mirrors. The cabin is fully
glazed and removable. Original detail
wheel rims and tyres with agricultural
track complete the look of this
high-end model.There's space to transport
tractors like the Claas Xerion
here: the 1:32 scale Scania tower truck with
3-axle low loader (item 3295).
The truck is almost entirely produced in die-cast
metal with original detail
finish. Steering is possible using a lever behind the
driver’s cabin. The
coupler can be electronically opened and shut. There's more
work to do in
the forest!That’s no problem for the John Deere Forwarder (item
4061).The
4-axle John Deere Forwarder transports harvested tree trunks across
inaccessible terrain to the logistics depot. The model is fitted with a
rotating
and manoeuvrable loading crane. Tree trunks can be loaded and
unloaded – exactly
as in real life!The freight carriage (item 1072) is a
brilliant addition. Front
and rear coupling systems make the model easy to
link to several freight
locomotives, which can be coupled to model #1653
freight train.The Claas Xerion
(item 3271) and the Citybus (item 1894) will
be released in October.The models
John Deere 8345R CONTROL (items 6772/73),
crawler excavator (item 1891),Claas
harvester (item 1991) will be released
in November – wait for a separate
announcement. The plough CONTROL (item
6783) will not be released now until
early 2011 due to technical production
reasons.

Ertl Fall 2010 Toy Releases

I was looking at Ertl's website today and found some new flyers detailing what is in store for us in the next few months. I think the most interesting things in 1/64th scale are the Case IH Air seeder and trailer and the matching New Holland Air seeder. We have had a John Deere version for about 7 years so it will be nice to see in other colors. There was an older Case IH air seeder and cart produced in the 80s and again in the early 2000's, but the construction was rudimentary and felt cheap. Hopefully the new version will be sturdy. The John Deere flyer also has an interesting release with the 1/16 soundgard 4960 Precision with FWA. Its the nicest looking precision I have seen since the 3588 came out a few years ago. It will definitely be on my Christmas list. Without more of my blathering on here are the new release flyers. Oh and yeah I haven't blogged for a while, but I've moved twice and I'm ready to do some serious posting (until I get too busy again and stop.)

Link to the John Deere Spring Flyer: http://ertl.com/images/jd/2010/JD_2010_spring.pdf