Hongwell Cararama Toys
Land Rover & Rescue Boat

By:  Larry Lorance
www.FireEngines.net


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Manufacturer: Hongwell Toys Limited (China)
Manufacturer's Website: www.hongwell.com

Scale: About 1:43
Material:  Die cast and plastic


 

I was pleasantly surprised when I received this model.  The overall detail is excellent, considering the $8.95 price from Collectors Net USA * (Click Here for direct link). The overall length of the model is 10.5 inches.  The Land Rover measures 4.25 in. long x 1.5 in. wide x 1.75 in. tall.   The boat, without trailer, measures 5.5 inches long x 2.5 in. wide.

This free wheeling model has poseable front wheels, opening doors, plastic lens for the headlights, and the driver and passenger mirrors are painted silver .  The model includes the Fire & Rescue Land Rover III 109 with Fire Brigade Boat & Trailer.  The graphics are clear and very well done.

The boat is a FDERT Valiant PT-750 with twin Sharp Racing outboard motors.  The model's motors move right to left at the same time.  Additionally, the tongue jack  that supports the trailer does retract. 


Valiant PT-750


Top photo of model boat

 
Also available is a Coast Guard version in 1:72 scale.

For additional photographs of other 1:43 / 1:72 scale models offered by this company, take a look at Archie's Website (thanks to Belgian David  for this link) .

Conclusion....

A great buy for a great looking model!  This model would be a welcome addition to your collection. 

* Collectors Net USA is located in Arlington, Texas.  The model came well packed and was delivered by FedEx Home Delivery.