23 December 2011
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A selection of the latest diecast model toy releases models as featured in the January 2012 issue of Collectors Gazette. ...
*A SELECTION OF THE LATEST DIECAST MODEL RELEASES AS CHOSEN BY THE CG TEAM
Eligor – Renault Sinpar Castor
PRICE £30 LIMIT NOT SPECIFIED SCALE 1/43 REF NO 101362
Eligor’s snow plough/gritter vehicle will delight fans of this genre. It’s well-detailed and has great tyres, fine wipers and even photo-etched metal snow chains... superb!
Hot Wheels Elite – Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta
PRICE £112.99 LIMIT 10,000 SCALE 1/18 REF NO V8377
Hot Wheels’ classy short wheelbase version of this Pininfarina masterpiece doesn’t disappoint. The opening doors reveal a well-rendered, camel-coloured interior, and deft touches such as the chrome step plates and beautiful wire spoke wheels.
Britains – John Deere 7280R Tractor
PRICE £16.99 LIMIT NOT SPECIFIED SCALE 1/32
Britains’ latest John Deere tractor is well-engineered with steered front wheels that are connected to the steering wheel, working metal rear linkage suitable for connecting equipment with two-point hitches and accurately detailed cab interior. Only the wide rear track slightly spoils the models appearance.
• See the February issue for an exclusive FREE 16-page supplement showcasing the full range of new releases from Britains for 2012