Chicago Fire Department 1973 Ward LaFrance Ambassador P80 - Engine Co. 57 - Northwest Side
Engine Co. 57...The Humboldt Park Bomberos of Chicago's Northwest Side
The Chicago Fire Department Classics continue with the 1:50 scale, museum grade replica of the 1973 Ward LaFrance Engine Co. 57. This is your chance to take home a piece of Chicago's rich firefighting history!
Hand-crafted, limited in production and display ready
Engine Co. 57 is hand-crafted and authentic down to the smallest of features. Production is limited to an elite 50 units and includes a fully-custom display case to protect and preserve the unit.
Chicago Fire Department 1973 Ward LaFrance Ambassador P80 - Engine Co. 57 scale model specifications
- Scale: 1:50
- Production Quantity: 50
- Multi-materials including High Def Resin, stainless steel photo etch metal, wire, rubber and other composites.
- Mounted inside high quality, custom display case featuring etched stainless steel I.D. nameplate.
- Model Dimensions: 7.25"L x 2.5"W x 2.25"T
- Display Case Dimensions: 10"L x 5"W x 5"T
Character, style and personalization epitomize the Ward LaFrance pumpers that served Chicago throughout the 1970's. Producing replicas of these beautiful rigs that are small enough to fit nicely on a shelf, has been a painstaking process. Over 18 months, each of the hundreds of intricately detailed parts are designed, cast or fabricated, painted, decorated, and trimmed...then organized in small bins, ready for assembly. There is no substitute for the laborious tasks that each of the 35 skilled men and women perform. It is a sight to see as each team member patiently adheres each part to another, consistently analyzing the end result. As you scroll down the assembly pictures, take notice of the parts on each workstation and you will gain a greater appreciation for the process. And don't forget to add these Classic Chicago pumpers to your collection.
About Engine Co. 57 by Joe O'Brien
Engine 57 “Humboldt Park Bomberos” was just about to move in to a new two bay one story tri-level firehouse at 1244 N. Western Ave in the Humboldt Park area on the near Northwest side of the city. The 1973 model replaced their 1953 FWD. Humboldt Park was a high arson area in the 70’s as vacant buildings were being set ablaze. Engine 57’s Ward was replaced in 1985 with an E-One.
More About the Scale Model
This Chicago Fire Department Engine Co. 57 scale model is a museum grade replica of the 1973 Ward LaFrance Pumper. Like all Fire Replicas models, every detail is modeled to perfection and with razor sharp precision. The replica features the specific department configuration and graphics, leaving no detail overlooked. The display case is custom manufactured with high quality acrylic and resin. The stainless steel etched plate features the department and truck name, and department seal. This replica is a treasure to be displayed and admired and is in no way a toy.
Safety Warning
This is not a toy and not suitable for children under the age of 14. This highly detailed scale model contains small, intricate pieces that may present a choking hazard.
