Busch has begun shipping its third release of new models is now shipping to hobby distributors and retailers. Among the models are the new American motorcycle and American travel trailer and the second of the Busch Tenth Anniversary models, “Ulm Fire Brigade.” The complete list of new models in the third release follows:
40150 American Motorcycle: Finely crafted motorcycle with “correct” wheels and many chrome accessories. The model’s engine captures the viewer’s attention with its fine detail; just as on the original, there is even a kickstand which swings out from the bottom. 41553 Mercedes-Benz 170V “Schmitz Nursery”: This nursery truck carries various bags and a tree in its open bed. 41853 Ford E-350 “FDNY”: New York Fire Department emergency vehicle with superfine printing of city markings. 42201 Multicar “Public Works”: Municipal service vehicle in typical orange with red and white stripes. 44619 Plymouth Voyager “Woody”: Elegant model variation richly lacquered in champagne metallic and teal pearl metallic with realistic wood grain printing. 44718 Buick with American travel trailer: 50s Buick hardtop with the classic cigar-shaped travel trailer that captures a picture of the times. Even today, one can see such combinations on the American continent. The trailer is aluminum plated to give the finish the proper shine and whitewall tires are the final touch for a realistic appearance. 45013 Chevrolet Bel Air Coupé “Chicago Fire Department”: Emergency vehicle of the Chicago Fire Department with the typical red body and black roof. A nice complement to the No. 49927 Chicago Fire Department set. 47214 Renault R312 “Paris” 11th Version: Finely printed model in the Parisian City Bus collector’s series covering various lines. For 2004, the tenth model in the series, “Gare du Nord” is already sold out and the new “Pont Neuf” is available. The following models have already been released: 47551 Ford Mustang Coupé “Historic Touring Car Trophy” Start No. 95: The HTWH (Historic Touring Car Trophy) is the largest historic car competition in Europe. The driver of the British Racing Green Mustang with start number 95 was the rising star, Reinhold Gröpper. As is typical of racing cars, the interior of the Busch model has a roll cage and only a single seat. 48218 Chevrolet Pickup “Carpenter’s Workshop”: American carpenter’s truck in dark brown with three coffins of different colors in the bed. 48532 Mercedes-Benz M-Class “Paderborn Fire Brigade”: Specialty vehicle used by emergency services in Paderborn. The fluorescent red and melon-yellow model has chromed horns mounted on the roof with the blue light bar. 48534 Mercedes-Benz M-Class “Malteser Emergency Doctor”: Emergency doctor’s vehicle of the Malteser Aid Service (Order of St. John of Malta). The model has chromed horns mounted on its blue light bar. 49013 Ford Crown Victoria “Frisco Police”: Patrol car of the Frisco (Texas) Police features fine printing. The blue stripe on the side has a white horse pattern. 49084 Ford Crown Victoria “Pennsylvania State Police”: No. 43 in the limited edition “U.S. State Police” collector’s series. In 1905, Pennsylvania formed two separate agencies, the State Police and the Highway Patrol. The two organizations were combined into the Pennsylvania Motor Police in 1937. In 1943, this agency became the Pennsylvania State Police, which it remains today. 49159 Mercedes-Benz C-Class T-Model “Ulm Fire Brigade” Limited Edition: Mercedes C-Class T-Model decorated as an emergency vehicle of the Ulm Fire Brigade. The fire-red model with its distinctive yellow graphics is supplied in a presentation box printed on the base and cover. Production strictly limited to 750 serially numbered pieces which show the Cathedral of Ulm reverse-printed on the rear wall or the cover. Before the model stands a fireman carrying a child he has saved. 49203 Audi A 4 “Bavarian Police”: Light silver-lacquered sedan in the brand-new Bavarian Police graphics. This design has a dashed line above and below the mint-green side stripe. The model features superfine printing of the Bavarian state crest on both sides of the body. 49257 Audi A 4 Avant “Johanniter Emergency Doctor”: Audi A4 Avant in the dramatic design of a Johanniter Accident Aid emergency doctor. The highly detailed printing even includes Johanniter logos on the roof spoiler. 49300 Smart Roadster: Smart Roadster in standard version. The model first appears in “Jack Black” with silver Tridion and red seats and “Spice Red” with black Tridion and black seats.
40150 American Motorcycle: Finely crafted motorcycle with “correct” wheels and many chrome accessories. The model’s engine captures the viewer’s attention with its fine detail; just as on the original, there is even a kickstand which swings out from the bottom.
41553 Mercedes-Benz 170V “Schmitz Nursery”: This nursery truck carries various bags and a tree in its open bed.
41853 Ford E-350 “FDNY”: New York Fire Department emergency vehicle with superfine printing of city markings.
42201 Multicar “Public Works”: Municipal service vehicle in typical orange with red and white stripes.
44619 Plymouth Voyager “Woody”: Elegant model variation richly lacquered in champagne metallic and teal pearl metallic with realistic wood grain printing.
44718 Buick with American travel trailer: 50s Buick hardtop with the classic cigar-shaped travel trailer that captures a picture of the times. Even today, one can see such combinations on the American continent. The trailer is aluminum plated to give the finish the proper shine and whitewall tires are the final touch for a realistic appearance.
45013 Chevrolet Bel Air Coupé “Chicago Fire Department”: Emergency vehicle of the Chicago Fire Department with the typical red body and black roof. A nice complement to the No. 49927 Chicago Fire Department set.
47214 Renault R312 “Paris” 11th Version: Finely printed model in the Parisian City Bus collector’s series covering various lines. For 2004, the tenth model in the series, “Gare du Nord” is already sold out and the new “Pont Neuf” is available. The following models have already been released:
47551 Ford Mustang Coupé “Historic Touring Car Trophy” Start No. 95: The HTWH (Historic Touring Car Trophy) is the largest historic car competition in Europe. The driver of the British Racing Green Mustang with start number 95 was the rising star, Reinhold Gröpper. As is typical of racing cars, the interior of the Busch model has a roll cage and only a single seat.
48218 Chevrolet Pickup “Carpenter’s Workshop”: American carpenter’s truck in dark brown with three coffins of different colors in the bed.
48532 Mercedes-Benz M-Class “Paderborn Fire Brigade”: Specialty vehicle used by emergency services in Paderborn. The fluorescent red and melon-yellow model has chromed horns mounted on the roof with the blue light bar.
48534 Mercedes-Benz M-Class “Malteser Emergency Doctor”: Emergency doctor’s vehicle of the Malteser Aid Service (Order of St. John of Malta). The model has chromed horns mounted on its blue light bar.
49013 Ford Crown Victoria “Frisco Police”: Patrol car of the Frisco (Texas) Police features fine printing. The blue stripe on the side has a white horse pattern.
49084 Ford Crown Victoria “Pennsylvania State Police”: No. 43 in the limited edition “U.S. State Police” collector’s series. In 1905, Pennsylvania formed two separate agencies, the State Police and the Highway Patrol. The two organizations were combined into the Pennsylvania Motor Police in 1937. In 1943, this agency became the Pennsylvania State Police, which it remains today.
49159 Mercedes-Benz C-Class T-Model “Ulm Fire Brigade” Limited Edition: Mercedes C-Class T-Model decorated as an emergency vehicle of the Ulm Fire Brigade. The fire-red model with its distinctive yellow graphics is supplied in a presentation box printed on the base and cover. Production strictly limited to 750 serially numbered pieces which show the Cathedral of Ulm reverse-printed on the rear wall or the cover. Before the model stands a fireman carrying a child he has saved.
49203 Audi A 4 “Bavarian Police”: Light silver-lacquered sedan in the brand-new Bavarian Police graphics. This design has a dashed line above and below the mint-green side stripe. The model features superfine printing of the Bavarian state crest on both sides of the body.
49257 Audi A 4 Avant “Johanniter Emergency Doctor”: Audi A4 Avant in the dramatic design of a Johanniter Accident Aid emergency doctor. The highly detailed printing even includes Johanniter logos on the roof spoiler.
49300 Smart Roadster: Smart Roadster in standard version. The model first appears in “Jack Black” with silver Tridion and red seats and “Spice Red” with black Tridion and black seats.
Classic Mint Collectibles has announced the anticipated arrival of their brass Komatsu D575A-3 SD crawler tractor model in 1/87 Scale. This is a replica of the largest production mining dozer in the world and will make a fascinating addition to any 1/87 or construction model collection. Although the pre-production model is shown here (production model may vary slightly), CMC expects to begin shipping this model in September 2004. The dozer will feature all brass construction, detailed engine compartment, free rolling tracks, working tensioners, working track equalizer, detailed cab interior, working blade movements and see-through front engine grille with fan detail. Model will come factory painted and decorated in Komatsu's latest paint scheme. Check the Classic Mint Collectibles web site for more information.
