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| Semi-Truck of the Day: February 17, 2010; Die-Cast Promotions International Transtar II Cabover | |
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| craftymore | Feb 17 2010, 12:05 AM Post #1 |
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![]() This true scale, 1/64, casting was recently purchased last December. It features rubber tires, painted metal rims, steerable front wheels, working suspension, realistic cables and a painted engine. This model is based on a compilation of International Transtar Cabovers from the 1970s. The 'Workhorse Trucks' is a special line by Die Cast Promotions to incorporate semi trucks that would appear in everyday work situations. they are designed to have slightly fewer details than the normal items that DCP sells and thus a lower price point. Included with this Int. is a trailer with 9 Jersey (concrete) barriers. This is the first time any company has ever done these Jersey barriers in 1/64 scale with some companies choosing to replicate them in HO or smaller scales. ![]() ![]() The trailer is all metal as well and has the same tires as used on the semi truck.
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| ErnestHughes | Feb 17 2010, 01:08 AM Post #2 |
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Fullsize
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I'm not into big rigs, but that is a sweet truck! EH |
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| Swifty | Feb 17 2010, 01:50 AM Post #3 |
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The Mustang II is a Mustang too!
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That's awesome, and love those Jersey barriers!
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| james_autos | Feb 17 2010, 04:16 AM Post #4 |
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Minivan
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Fewer details than normal? That's hard to believe after seeing this one - it's stunning
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| jedimario | Feb 17 2010, 12:47 PM Post #5 |
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Yep, this does seem to be a bit lacking compared to my Peterbilt 389 ![]() Very, very nice truck as always from DCP. Does the cab not flip up? Also, I know why you REALLY bought this...
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| STUTZ | Feb 17 2010, 07:03 PM Post #6 |
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Diecast junkie
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What an AWESOME piece! |
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| Sak | Feb 17 2010, 07:51 PM Post #7 |
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Ezekiel 25:17
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This is what I like to see. Quality. |
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| ivantt | Feb 17 2010, 08:50 PM Post #8 |
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New casting? Quick! Take it apart!
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Is it 1/64, or a compromise scale? |
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| harlans toys | Feb 17 2010, 09:37 PM Post #9 |
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matchbox
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that looks a lovely casting how much do they cost as i wouldnt mind looking into etting one of these |
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| jedimario | Feb 17 2010, 09:53 PM Post #10 |
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RAWR
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All of DCP's tractors are true 1/64, ivan. |
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| craftymore | Feb 17 2010, 11:06 PM Post #11 |
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Harlan, they run about $30 for just the semi-tractor which can depend where you buy them online. If you want the trailer included they run around $50-$60 plus shipping, just depends on the trailer and if you end up getting the higher detailed line. This is the place I ordered mine from, it's a dealer in Oregon. http://www.jaydeez.com/products_tractor_trailer_2.html They are pricey, no doubt about that, but the level of detail and realism for the lack of better words cannot be beat for a 1/64 scale casting of this nature.
Honestly never tried to lift the cab up to reveal the engine. On the more detailed line of this casting, I know they lift up but not sure if this does. Guess I'll take a look to see if it does.
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| Sak | Feb 19 2010, 05:56 AM Post #12 |
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Ezekiel 25:17
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Jersey barriers indeed! Hmm. I would've thought that phrase would've applied to the utter, wanton assault on your olfactory nerve from what wafts in the air (or used to, anyway) in the vicinity of the Standard Oil refineries at Exit 13 of the Turnpike. Wouldn't that have been a barrier to outside visitors to our fair state? |
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| JustDavid | Feb 19 2010, 09:51 PM Post #13 |
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Very nice truck...the level of detail is amazing. Those barriers are pretty sweet too. |
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