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Up for sale is a original, unrestored survivor vintage 1956–1957 Tonka Toys No. 5 TFD Aerial Ladder Fire Truck (32” overall length).
This truck undergoes no full paint stripping, repaints, or structural modifications—it is a clean, highly preserved, all-original survivor piece that has only been gently cleaned and detailed. Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition, as they are part of the description.
Key Features & Component Verification:
- Original Paint & Decals: Features authentic factory red paint with honest, light vintage play wear expected for its age. Original \"T.F.D.\" and \"LIFE NET\" side decals are present and clear.
- Control Handles & Mechanism: Includes all 3 original metal control wheels fully attached—operating the ladder elevation/tilt, extension string, and base rotation.
- Factory Molding Clarification: Note on mechanism construction: The small hole on the upper ladder frame tab is part of the original factory die-cast molding process; there is no separate crank handle missing.
- Accessories Included: Includes the rear tiller steering wheel seat assembly and side metal fire extinguishers mounted on the diamond-plate running boards as shown in the photo set.
- Structure & Body: Solid metal construction with zero major structural damage, zero severe rust, and no extra drilled holes
- Terms of Sale:
Sold strictly AS-IS as pictured. What you see in the detailed photo set is exactly what you will receive. Please inspect all images closely and feel free to ask any specific questions, or any extra photos prior to purchase!
