Fire alarm in a multi-story block of flats! To rescue the people who are trapped and in mortal danger, the fire brigade's emergency control center orders an escape ladder to the scene. One of the most efficient rescue vehicles of this type is the Metz DLK 23-12 based on the Mercedes Benz 1422 and the 1419. This vehicle is used predominantly for rescuing lives, for fire-fighting duties and for technical assistence operations. The four- part ladder extends telescopically to a total length of 30 m. The rescue height is 23 m with an outreach of 12 m. Mounted on a Turntable, the ladder is controlled by an oil-hydraulic systems. The strong and stable platform has three special compartments for additional equipment. When in use, the DLK 23-12 is secured by four supports that gives the vehicle maximum stability. Kit features: Moving four-part ladder, Metz rescue cage, Moving turntable with control center and operator's seat, Extending supports, Platform with a fluted surface texture, Detailed chassis, Moving wheels, Mercedes Benz engine, Detailed cab with ladder supports, and Transfer with registration plates for different versions. Model length 15.5 inches. Glue and paint are required, and are sold separately.

No other manufacturer offers such a wide range of truck models as the traditional Peterbit company from California. The latest Peterbilt development the 377 AVE is also distinguished by excellent workmanship and up-to-date economy. The aerodynamic design is the result of intensive wind tunnel test. The bonnet with its 7 degree slope gives the driver a perfect view. It is also characterized by low maintenance costs and fuel consumption, no minor consideration when several hundred thousand km a year are travelled on American long-haul journeys. Comfort is provided by the luxuriously equipped driver's cab and sleeping compartment . They are driven by Caterpillar or Cummins diesel engines. The 377 combines the impressive appearance of a conventional truck with optimum economy. Kit features: Detailed chassis, Movable steering assembly, Detailed wheel suspension, Reproduction Cummins diesel engine, Driver's cab with instrument panel and seats, Opening bonnet, Authentic sleeping compartment, Many chrome part such as radiator grill, bumper bar, spry guards, wheel rims, steps, exhausts , Rubber tyres, Super decals with numerous American motifs. Model length 13.9 inches. Glue and paint are required, and are sold separately.

They call themselves The Professionals, the men from Stepp's Towing Service in Tampa, Florida. With their light and heavy recovery vehicles, known in the USA as wreckers or tow trucks, chief Todd Stepp's men do their duty around the clock. The company has shops all over the hugh city area of Tampa, with most of them located in the proximity of busy highways. In addition to well known makes, such as Ford, GMC and Kenworth, the vehicle fleet includes also trucks by Peterbilt. A very special Peterbilt is the four-axle wrecker with Challenger crane attachment from th 8808 series. The entire vehicle was designed and built to Todd Stepp's very own specification. The Pete 379 measures more than 11 m in length and has many special features, including a lifting axle which adjusts to the towed load. The two-piece telescopic crane with a slewing range of 220 degrees, has a load capacity of 50 ton. Two hydraulically operated outrigger legs behind the sleeping cabin ensure the poerational support of the wrecker. The entire outfit of this Peterbilt is typical of trucks in the USA. Wrecker meetings take place at different locations every year when prizes are awarded for the best and most attractive vehicle. The Peterbilt wrecker of Stepp's Towing Services is always among them. Kit features: Detailed long chassis with 4 axles, Movable front wheels with wide base tyres, Hinged bonnet with wire mesh for the radiator grille, Movable access flaps hinged to the support, and Functioning outriggers legs. Model length 17.7 inches. Glue and paint are required, and are sold separately.

Big-Country - Big-Truck's, it says all. In addition to its vastness, fascinating cities and scorching heat, the Australian continent boats another special feature: trucks, trucks and more trucks of all makes and types. Kenworth of Australia have their entire production range on the roads of the fifth continent. The impressive conventionals do their duty under the T900 banner (W900 in the USA). The T900 includes all the accessories so typical of Australia. An sbsolute must for the crew is the airconditioning unit, raised induction pipes at the air-filter boxes (to protect against dust and dirt) and the bull bars -also known as kangaroo bars- to prevent damage when colliding with kangaroos or wild cattle. Huge fuel tanks ensure a wider operating or tank range, and Trilex rims assist with tire changing. The T900 are powered by Caterpillar, Cummins or Detroit diesel engines with a power output from 350 to 500 bhp. Kit features: Authentic six-wheel chassis, Detailed 8-cylinder Caterpillar diesel engine, Removable bull bar (kangaroo bar), Movable bonnet, Right-hand steering, Raised induction pipes at the air-filter boxes, Detailed driver's cab and sleeping cabin, Trilex rims, 10 rubber tires, and Superb transfer. Model length 13.2 inches. Glue and paint are required, and are sold separately.

The heavy truck series starting at 18 tons by MAN, TG (Trucknology Generation) A was first introduced in the spring of 2000. Since the fall of 2002, the TG-A series has been offering 6 different engines with the Euro 3 design and various types of driver's cabs, with the 375 kW variations only available in the two broad driver cab versions XXL and XL (large capacity driver's cabin with standard roof). Just a few years ago it was cnsidered unthinkable that this HP capacity could originate from an in-line six-cylinder engine with turbo-charger and 12.8 liter piston capacity. Also found in the TG 510 A as a series is the automated, extremely precise and unsynchronised gearing with 12 forward gears, which are fully capable of providing a powerful yet comfortable ride. The XL cabin offers plenty of room, clearly structured and logically arranged instruments and has a very neat feel. The XL cabin also shines compared to the XXL design, with significantly improved cabin suspension. In addition to the large front windshield for excellent visibility, extremely ccompartments are provided. All in all, the MAN TG-A encompasses a technologically advanced and extremely efficient towing vehicle. The overall positive evaluation of its strong performance profile can be summarized by the distinction which was conferred on this innovative commercial vehicle by the European technical press: Truck of the year 2001. Model length 9.7 inches. Glue and paint are required, and are sold separately.

One of the commercial vehicles that have been made by the Daimler-Chrysler company for over 90 years is the Universal-Motor-Geraet known as Unimog for short, which is also used by local authorities as a service vehicle. The application and equipment of these winter service vehicles is essentially a question of the correct choice of chassis and accessories. The versatile Unimog is preferred by local authorities in mountainous regions where all-wheel drive vehicles are used all the year round. But it is in winter when they excel themselves with their outstanding driving characteristics. In many places they can be seen clearing snow and spreading salt. Messrs. Schmidt, the manufacturers of winter attachments, offers a range of snow-clearing attachments that is geared specifically to the Unimog. The strong front axles of the Unimog facilitate the attachment of a front-end snow plough. Kit features: Detailed Schmidt front-end snow plough, spreader hopper and distributing plate, Hazard warning lights, Moving cab doors, Detailed interior, Platform body with spreader, Salt deflector flap at the rear, Cables, chains, Detailed engine and gearbox, Moving front axle, Detailed chassis with propeller shafts, and Transfers for four versions (German, Austria, Netherlands, Swiss). Model length 12.7 inches. Glue and paint are required, and are sold separately.