Bidspirit auction | ERTL John Deere Froelich Die-Cast

ERTL John Deere Froelich Die-Cast Model - A die-cast metal scale model representing the 1892 Froelich Gasoline Tractor, produced as part of the Millennium Farm Classics series. The model features a natural wood-finish frame, red spoked wheels with lugs, and a grey engine assembly with intricate simulated piping. A red fuel canister is mounted at the front near the steering wheel. The unit is designed with a steering mechanism and movable wheels to simulate the historical machine. The item includes its original retail packaging. The front and sides of the box are printed with MILLENNIUM Farm Classics, Froelich Gasoline Tractor, and the JOHN DEERE MOLINE, ILL. leaping deer logo. The ERTL logo is printed on the front, side, and bottom panels. The back of the box features a printed copyright statement reading ?1999 The Ertl Company Dyersville, Iowa 52040-0500 U.S.A. Made in China and lists the model number 15008. A descriptive text on the back details the history of John Froelich and the Waterloo Gasoline Traction Engine Company. The base of the box also bears a John Deere Licensed Product logo and a UPC barcode.