The Oshkosh Striker 3000 ARFF - S.A Version
Presented here is the 1:50th scale Oshkosh Striker 3000 ARFF model which is based on the full sized vehicle in service at the King Fahd International Airport in Saudi Arabia.
The snozzle turret is fully functional with the ability to both raise up and extend with metal piping along the side of the telescoping boom. The flexible hose is wound on a hose reel at the base of the boom which can be rotated to keep the hose tight while the tip of the boom houses the long spike and spray nozzle which has flexible hoses connected. The spray head can be rotated and positioned although the flexible hoses prevent it from holding it's position due to their stiffness.
The rear of the model has a centrally mounted hinged door panel which can be opened to reveal the engine detail inside. The two side compartments at the rear of the model do not have the ability to close due to model limitations and are glued in place.
The two central mounted amber beacons and the two long railing sections are separate in the box and require fixing to the roof of the model where photo etched metal plates with an intricate pattern etched into them can be found along with the tops of two tanks, complete with painted caps.
The deck access ladder can be folded down and the roof mounted extension ladders can be removed from the model whilst the two side panels at the rear of the model can be opened to reveal the engine compartment, where the centrally mounted engine block is just about visible inside. The photo etched side cooling panels and roof mounted grill add to the realism of the model and the large chrome exhaust stack is fitted to the rear corner of the model.
The central compartment opens to reveal an array of switches and guages which are actually printed with dials and this is an amazing level of realism on such a small component. Tiny safety and warning labels have also been printed on the body above the compartment.
The compartment behind the cab houses a small hose reel with simulated hose and spray nozzle detailing and the front mounted bumper turret can be lowered to allow a low attack spray pattern to be adopted, just like on the full sized vehicle.
Striker 3000 ARFF - S.A - Model Specifications |
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Model Dimensions Length: 9.5" / 241mm |
Box DimensionsLength: 13" / 330mm |