Bidspirit auction | ERTL Steiger Bearcat II Die-Cast

ERTL Steiger Bearcat II Die-Cast Metal - This is a 1/16 scale die-cast metal replica of a Steiger Bearcat II articulated 4WD tractor. The model is finished in a bright lime green color with a yellow-painted engine detail visible through the chassis. It features a high level of detail including dual rubber tires with realistic tread, an enclosed cab with clear windows, dual vertical exhaust stacks, and a detailed interior. The tractor has articulated steering and is part of the Prestige Collection. The model bears several printed marks. The hood and cab roof are printed with the name STEIGER in black block letters. The lower front chassis is printed with BEARCAT II. Small safety and instructional labels are applied to various parts of the chassis. The tractor is housed in its original red, gray, and white display box. The front of the box features logos for CASE IH AGRICULTURE, ERTL, and the PRESTIGE COLLECTION. It is marked 1/16 Die-Cast Metal Replica and features the TOMY logo. The sides of the box list historical specifications for the full-sized vehicle, including an original price of 37,700 dollars in 1976, production years of 1974-1976, and an engine horsepower of 225. The base of the box contains extensive manufacturer information, including a copyright date of 2022 TOMY. It states the company is located in Oak Brook, Illinois, USA and carries the manufacturing origin Made in China. The bottom of the box also bears a CNH INDUSTRIAL LICENSED PRODUCT logo and the product code 44265OTP 220415. The text confirms ERTL is a trademark of TOMY International, Inc. and references copyright 2022 CNH Industrial America LLC.