The fields are plowed and the seeds are up and growing. That means summer is here and it is time to turn our interest the soil in the field to dirt on the track at the county fair. Each summer the Toy Tractor Times looks forward to featuring the muscle tractors that have be recreated as 1/16 and 1/64 pullers.These years feature pulling tractor is Robbie Crutchfield’s Unlimited Super Stock Massey Ferguson pulling tractor called “Brutal Force”. This modified 8280 is truly the ultimate Massey Fergursun on the tracks. We also have news from Gottman Toys on their future plans for puller models which includes a “Big Blue” model. In addition to 1/16 pullers there are some interesting stories on 1/64 pulling tractors and a supped up lawn and garden puller.
With warm weather upon us it also means it is time for the summer toy surprises from AGCO, CaseIH, New Holland and John Deere. Ertl and SpecCast had several new items on display at the Summer Toy Show in Dyersville, IA. Ertl’s big news was the Fall Farm Show Edition Toys and new 1/16 Steigers. SpecCast has several new items on the way in 1/64 and 1/16. Universal Hobbies also announced 17 new items this month including new 1/32 AGCO high horse power tractors.
We hope that you enjoy this fair themed edition f the Toy Tractor Times.
Until Next Times…….
Jason and Stefanie
Featured Farm Toy of the Month
Ertl introduced an all new Replica of the classic Steiger Series III PTA-325 Panther at the Summer Toy Show in Dyersville, IA on June 5, 2009. The new 1/16 Steiger PTA-325 is part of the Ertl "Prestige" brand which means added detail such as opening hood, opening doors, 3-point hitch, cab glass, etc... Learn more about this new 1/16 Steiger and a sister Ford FW-60 in this issue of the Toy Tractor Times.
About the Cover
Robbie Crutchfield of Liberty, NC owns the Unlimited Super Stock Massey Ferguson pulling tractor called “Brutal Force”. Learn more about this mighty Massey and the Gottman Toys 1/16 model in this issue of the Toy Tractor Times.
What's in a name? Quite a bit actually - especially when it comes to tractors. John Deere is currently transitioning to a new name and number system that will replace the 30 Series Tractor Line over the next few years. John Deere began the model number transition in August 2008 with the introduction of the new 5D, 5E, 5M, and 6D Series Tractors. The updated name and numbering system is unique to John Deere and allows for a more consistent approach to naming of equipment around the world. On August 20, 2009 John Deere will introduce the new 8R (Eight R ) series of tractors that will replace the current 8030 tractors ranging from 180-275 hp. The 8R John Deere Tractors line up includes the following:
Model Horse Power Replaces
8225R 181 hp 8130/182hp
8245R 198 hp 8230/203 hp
8270R 220 hp New hp class
8295R 242 hp 8330/226 hp
8320R 263 hp 8430/250 hp
8345R 284 hp 8530/277 hp
8295RT 239 hp 8230T/202 hp
8320RT 260 hp 8330T/237 hp
8345RT 281 hp 8430T/258 hp
You can get a sneak peak of the new 8R tractors at
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Next 'Times
In the July 2009 Toy Tractor Times we will take our annual look at the wheat harvest and all things combine related. The year 2009 marks three significant combine anniversaries for John Deere, including the 40th anniversary of the New Generation combines, the 30th anniversary of the Titan combines and the 20th Maximizer combines. Next month we will highlight these historic green harvesters along with other interesting wheat cutters.
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2009 National Farm Toy Show Steiger Panther IV
The Official 2009 National Farm Toy Show Tractor is the Steiger Panther IV.
The 1/32 Steiger Panther IV will have the following features:
• Articulated frame
• Window glass
• KM-325 Engine detail
• Simulated lights
• Logo Hood Ornament
• Operable 3-pt. Hitch
• Cab detail
• Dual Wheels with Die-cast Rims
• Produced by Ertl for Toy Farmer LTD.
Price $49.95
This is #7 in the Vintage 4WD Series.
The first six models in the NFTS Vintage 4WD Series are as follows:
#1 John Deere 7020
#2 Massey Ferguson 1500
#3 Oliver 2655
#4 International 4366
#5 Case 2470
#6 Allis Chalmers 7580
Related Link: www.toyfarmer.com/store/product.html?id=1594
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