The Toy
Among the first toys to carry the Caterpillar name were a series of cast iron tractors produced by Arcade in the early 1930's. In an era when mechanical wonders were a national focus, these toys were a welcome delight to young operators. Equipped with Caterpillar tracks and a rugged cast iron body, these tractors were the preferred choice in sandboxes and back yards across America - just as the real machines were in the field.

Although those toys were extremely tough, very few survived the combined rigors of hard play and time. The remaining few are understandably among the most sought after vintage Caterpillar collectibles.

In recognition of those legendary toys, we have created a unique cast iron toy tractor that at over 5lbs in weight and 6.5 inches in length, perfectly compliments the original toys. Styled after an early Cat Twenty with curved fenders, our solid cast iron and stamped steel tractor looks as though it could have rolled down the factory assembly line nearly a century ago.

Features that are unique to our new tractor include stamped steel engine covers that open to reveal a detailed Caterpillar four cylinder gas engine with a radiator fan and belt. All of the steel pieces, including the linked steel tracks, exhaust stack and updated grill, are brightly plated to mimic the look of the originals. A solid cast and plated driver who operates the authentic vertical clutch levers is the finishing touch on this toy.

While our tractor looks similar to the original toys produced by Arcade, all of the features on our Caterpillar tractor are entirely unique to ensure that while it is complementary to the original toys, it will not be mistaken for one.

There is no question this toy will be a welcome and treasured addition to any collection of antique toys or Caterpillar memorabilia.

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