1950 Doepke Co. , Inc. MODEL Fire Engine
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:176880 | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
| Brand: MODEL Toys Charles H.M. Doepke Co., Inc. | Year: 1950s or earlier |
This vintage fire engine is labelled: The Charles H.M. Doepke Co. inc. Rossmoyne, O / MODEL Toys / Patent Pending. Parts intact and working: spring-operated ladder raising and swivel system, steering wheel and bell, and wheels. The crank which extends ladder is missing its original string, and a support bar also missing from windshield. Minimal rust and one dent along front windshield rail. Engine comes with two auxiliary ladders. Overall, very good condition. W...hen the ladder is NOT extended, length of engine: 27 1/2 inches; width: 6 1/2 inches; height 7 1/4 inches. Ladders which can be raised: 23 inches long. One is 2 1/2 inches wide, the higher ladder is 1 3/4 inches wide.
