FDNY 1982 American LaFrance Satellite 5 - Staten Island
Take home a classic...Staten Island's 1982 American LaFrance Satellite 5.
The museum grade series of FDNY classic replicas continues with Staten Island's 1982 ALF Satellite 5. Don't miss your chance to add this precisely detailed replica to your collection.
Hand-crafted, limited in production and display ready
Satellite 5 is hand-crafted and authentic down to the smallest of features, boasting over 450 intricate parts. Production is limited to 50 units and includes a fully-custom display case to protect and preserve the unit.
FDNY 1982 American LaFrance Satellite 5 - Staten Island 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"L x 2.25"W x 2.5"T
- Display Case Dimensions: 10"L x 5"W x 5"T
Production of the FDNY 1982 American LaFrance Satellites is a complex process with many steps and procedures. Over 16 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 this FDNY Classic to your collection.
More About the Scale Model
This FDNY Satellite 5 scale model is a museum grade replica of the 1982 American LaFrance Satellite. 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.
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