New Norscot Just Arrived

Our selection of Norscot items continues to grow... We are excited to let you know that just yesterday three new items from them arrived. These items are MINIS, in 1/87 scale. Perfect for your Norscot, contruction, or general die-cast collection. They also accompany HO train layouts perfectly. Each is sold as a set of two pieces.





The first includes the Caterpillar D5G XL Track-Type Tractor and 420E Backhoe Loader (Item #55386).








Here's the Caterpillar 906 Wheel Loader and 315C L Hydraulic Excavator (Item #55387).









Lastly, here's the Caterpillar 272C Skid Steer Loader and 793D Mining Truck (Item #55388).







We also sell all of these items together as one 6-piece set that includes two of each of the mini-sets shown above. You can view that on our website here.

Pictures from the FDIC Show in Indianapolis

The FDIC (Fire Department Instructors Conference) Show was in Indy last weekend. We thought you would enjoy some photos of this show displaying the real-life trucks.

Spec-Cast - Just announced

 Spec-Cast has just announced limited availability of this "Mark Twain" Oliver 880 LP Gas Tractor with Oliver Cart Sprayer. These are due to arrive within the next couple weeks. This steerable tractor will include a 2010 Mark Twain Toy Show insert and collector's box. Other features include:

• True to detail right down to the two 55 gallon drums 
• Authentic Oliver graphics 
• Diecast rims
•  First Oliver sprayer cart replica

TWH Collectibles Launches DFW Airport Pierce PUC

The press releases are being sent, and attendees at the FDIC show are going to be viewing the metal samples any moment now.

TWH Collectibles is producing a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Velocity Pierce Ultimate Configuration (PUC)!

Although they will not reach the market until late this year, with just a 525-piece Limited Production run, these will sell out quickly.

The features and details are incredible (as we've come to expect from TWH). Here are just a few:

Opening Cab Revealing a Detailed Engine and Transmission

Steerable and Rotating Front Wheels

Replicated TAK 4 Suspension

Photoetched Grill and Diamond-Plate Decking

Front and Rear Tow Hooks

Rotating Hose Reels

Air Conditioning Unit

Accurate Front Bumper Configuration

This image is of the FIRST METAL SAMPLE. So, expect a few slight changes.

Be sure to get in your pre-order: TWH fire pre-order items.

If it isn't coming up on the site yet, it will soon - check back at http://www.3000toys.com/ in a bit or call us at 417-659-TOYS.

Here are a few images from the station:

Do you know your Fire Trucks - Hint 3

Here's the final hint before the truck is unveiled at noon Central time today!