Item Specifics

Brand / Manufacturer: ERTL / Precision Classics (Series #13)

Scale: 1:16

Vehicle Make: John Deere Model 730 Diesel (Narrow Front / Row-Crop)

Year of Manufacture (Model): 1958–1960 Era

Year Released (Toy): 1998

Material: Die-Cast Metal with Plastic Details & Rubber Tires

Features: Steerable Front End, Movable Clutch Lever, Opening Hood/Engine Details, Float-Ride Seat, 3-Point Hitch, Includes Collector Coin & Historical Booklet

Condition: New in Box (Collector Kept)

Detailed Item Description

Item Overview:

Up for sale is a premier collector piece: the ERTL Precision Classics #13 John Deere Model 730 Diesel Tractor in 1:16 scale (Stock No. 5766, released in 1998).

Representing the grand finale of John Deere's historic two-cylinder "Johnny Popper" era, this die-cast masterpiece features incredible operational realism, authentic graphics, and meticulous craftsmanship.

Key Replicated Features:

Engine & Mechanics: Detailed two-cylinder diesel engine under a lifting hood, operational steering wheel mechanism, functional pulley, and a movable clutch lever.

Operational Details: Float-ride operator seat, movable brake pedals, rockshaft levers, and a movable 3-point hitch.

Authentic Styling: Detailed grille, muffled exhaust, rubber tires with die-cast rims, and precise John Deere green and yellow livery.

Condition Details:

Box & Contents: Brand new collector condition. Includes the original decorated outer box, the authentic die-cast model, the official historical booklet, and the collector's coin.

Environment: Stored carefully in a clean, smoke-free environment.

Package Inclusions:

ERTL Precision Classics #13 John Deere 730 Diesel Tractor (1:16)

Collector Coin & Historical Booklet

Original Illustrated Box