Bidspirit auction | Spec Cast Oliver 880 Diesel
Spec Cast Oliver 880 Diesel & Spreader - A 1:16 scale die-cast replica set featuring an Oliver 880 Diesel tractor paired with an Oliver 490 Single-beater Manure Spreader attachment. Produced by Spec Cast of Dyersville, Iowa, as part of the Firestone Wheels of Time Collectibles series, this highly detailed model set is constructed from die-cast metal with plastic components. The tractor is finished in characteristic Oliver green with Clover White accents on the grill and wheels. It features Firestone-branded tires with white lettering and a narrow front axle configuration. A silver-tone plaque mounted on the left side of the tractor chassis is engraved with Firestone Ag Limited Edition 1530/2500. The accompanying manure spreader is finished in matching green and cream tones with Oliver and 490 graphics, featuring a single-beater mechanism and Firestone tires. The set is housed in its original window display box which features an image of Harvey Firestone, historical text regarding the Oliver Farm Equipment Company, and a detailed technical specifications chart for the 880 model. The underside of the box includes a printed list and images of other models in the Wheels of Time collection. The manufacturer name Spec Cast is printed on the back and top left of the box.