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Manufacturer: Fire Replicas      Item No: FR125-ATHS     Scale: 1:50th      Price: $279.00
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                                                  Left:
                                                  The International 4070B Tristar II with
                                                  ATHS logos is one of seven different
                                                  versions released by Fire Replicas.










                                                                                  Above:
                                                                                  A detailed cabin interior with a light tan colour
                                                                                  catches the eye, as do the myriad of tiny exter-
                                                                                  nal details.


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      4070B Tristar II


      F    ire Replicas have produced a number of interesting classic truck models which include both Autocar and  Above:
                                                                                  Details include the stainless cab steps, grab rails
           Mack brands, so it is not surprising that they have now added an international cabover truck to their
                                                                                  and sleeper air vent.
           range. The 4070B Tristar II is a three-axle tractor that is accurate to the smallest of details, as expected
           from a Fire Replicas release. Produced from resin with a number of multi-material small detailing parts
      including stainless, plastic and rubber, the model finish is second to none and really stands out. The truck is fitted
      to a quality base with etched stainless steel I.D. plate and protected with a clear Perspex cover. Seven different
      colour combinations have been produced, including this 2022 show model for the American Truck Historical
      Society which features a black chassis with red cabin.





                                         Right:
                           There is plenty of stainless trim
                             found throughout the model.                          Above:
                                                                                  The model has large fuel tanks with non-slip
                                                                                  upper decking with a raised texture.















                                                                                  Above:
                                                                                  A detailed fifth-wheel plate with release handle
                                                                                  and mudflaps with printed ATHS logos to the rear.
                                                             Left:
                                                             Hand crafted and authentic
                                                             down to the smallest of
                                                             features, limited to only
                                                             75 pieces.






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