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Joseph L. Ertl Inc. John Deere Model 70 1/8 Scale Die-Cast Toy Tractor - This is a large-scale die-cast model tractor manufactured by Joseph L. Ertl, Inc. of Dyersville, Iowa. The model represents a John Deere Model 70 row-crop tractor featuring a narrow front tricycle wheel configuration. The item is constructed primarily of die-cast metal with a high-gloss green finish, yellow-painted metal wheel hubs, and black rubber tires with defined tread. Functional features include a working steering mechanism linked to the front wheels. The tractor is detailed with a plastic exhaust stack, a black textured seat, and a dashboard featuring an instrument gauge cluster decal. Markings include yellow John Deere decals on the hood sides, rear of the seat, and front grille. The front side panels bear 70 and Power Steering decals. The rear chassis features two specific labels: a black and white safety warning decal regarding the power shaft and a yellow and black John Deere Custom Powr-Trol decal. The underside of the metal chassis is cast with the manufacturer information Joseph L. Ertl, Inc. Dyersville, Iowa and Made in USA. Overall Length: 18 1/2 inches Overall Height to top of exhaust stack: 10 3/4 inches Height to top of hood: 8 inches Rear Wheel Diameter: 8 1/2 inches.