Product Description

This 1:16 scale replica of a Caterpillar Excavator is just like the real thing! Realistic details include individually linked tracks for real movement and sound, an easy-to-use shovel arm with removable bucket that is operated with a handle, a cab that rotates 360° and a hood that opens to reveal the ventilator grill. There are even some included rubber inserts that attach to the tracks to give them grip on slippery surfaces like tile or linoleum. Just like the real thing - functional and sturdy. The ideal vehicle for playing indoor and outdoor. This Caterpillar Excavator is equiped and ready to play. This Excavator offers children realistic, active playing fun. It features model-like design and fine details with a wide range of playing functions. It is suitable for indoor or outdoor play.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2985 in Toys & Games
• Brand: Bruder
• Model: 02439
• Released on: 2006-06-12
• Dimensions: 22.80" h x 11.40" w x 7.90" l, 4.30 pounds

Features

• Made in Germany
• Constructed out of fade-resistant, high-quality ABS plastic, with no glue or screws
• Realistic details and functions encourage imaginative play
• Great for use indoors and outdoors
• Recommended Age Range 3+ Years

From the Manufacturer
This 1:16 scale replica of a Caterpillar Excavator is just like the real thing! Realistic details include individually linked tracks for real movement and sound, an easy-to-use shovel arm with removable bucket that is operated with a handle, a cab that rotates 360 and a hood that opens to reveal the ventilator grill. There are even some included rubber inserts that attach to the tracks to give them grip on slippery surfaces like tile or linoleum.

Customer Reviews

Caterpillar Excavator, neat toy - does not work well in dirt
I bought this for our 3yo son who loves heavy equipment and digging in the dirt. This is a cool toy as far as being a pretty good replica of a real one but it does not work well in dirt or sand. Fine sediment gets caught in tracks and after a short amount of time, the tracks quit turning. Then the handles on the arm do not move the bucket well. My son has since ripped off the tracks and does not do any digging with it but still enjoys pushing it around. Don't buy this if you want your kid to actually dig dirt, it would be good inside toy or outside but away from dirt or sand. But, I think it was intended for playing in these areas, so the rig is not that well designed.

Excellent
My 3 year old loves the excavator. It has big handles so his little hands don't have any problems diggging with bucket. It was a wonderful addition to our "big machine" fleet.

Broken after 3 days
My son is obssesed with excavators and if ever there was one made out of durable material it would be great fun for the kids. But I cannot find one that will actually dig up dirt. I like that this one didn't have batteries or sounds, but unfortunately it also didn't have any durability either. The little hinge that makes the arm work broke within three days of use. Bummer.