1/25 IH TD-25 Crawler w/ side Boom & Counterweights First Gear
Bring the impressive power of vintage pipeline construction equipment to your collection with this 1/25 International Harvester TD-25 Crawler with Side Boom and Counterweights by First Gear. Part of the Construction Pioneers Series, this highly detailed diecast collectible features a functional side boom and pulley system, removable and positionable counterweights, and working segmented metal crawler tracks. The industrial yellow finish, detailed operator control station, and included pipe sections capture the appearance of a heavy-duty pipelayer built for demanding construction projects. Measuring approximately 9.5 inches long, 11.5 inches wide, and 8.5 inches high, this substantial model delivers outstanding display presence. An exceptional addition for International Harvester enthusiasts, vintage construction equipment collectors, and anyone seeking a distinctive industrial machinery replica.
Features
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1/25 scale International Harvester TD-25 crawler pipelayer
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Manufactured by First Gear
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Construction Pioneers collector series
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Authentic International Harvester industrial yellow finish
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Functional side-mounted lifting boom and pulley system
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Removable and positionable counterweights
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Working segmented metal crawler tracks
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Includes two pipe sections for realistic pipeline displays
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Fully detailed operator control station
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Detailed crawler undercarriage and exterior components
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Realistic lifting equipment and industrial construction configuration
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Diecast metal construction with detailed components
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Approximate dimensions: 9.5"L x 11.5"W x 8.5"H
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Collector-quality construction equipment replica
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Recommended for ages 14 and older
Real Life Machine
The International Harvester TD-25 was a powerful diesel crawler tractor introduced during the late 1950s and developed for demanding construction, earthmoving, and industrial applications. Equipped with a heavy-duty diesel engine and rugged tracked undercarriage, the TD-25 provided the traction and stability required for difficult terrain and substantial workloads. Specialized side-boom versions were used extensively in pipeline construction, where their lifting equipment allowed operators to raise, position, and lower large sections of steel pipe into prepared trenches. The side-mounted boom operated through a cable and pulley system, while substantial counterweights on the opposite side helped balance heavy loads. Its crawler tracks distributed machine weight across uneven ground, allowing it to work along unfinished pipeline rights-of-way. International Harvester's TD-series crawlers earned a reputation for rugged construction and versatility, serving contractors involved in pipeline installation, roadbuilding, land clearing, and major infrastructure projects. These specialized pipelayers remain recognizable examples of the heavy equipment that helped build America's industrial infrastructure.
Product Specs
Scale: 1/25
Vehicle Make: International Harvester
Series: Construction Pioneers
Material: Diecast
Manufacturer: First Gear
Vehicle Type: Crawler Pipelayer with Side Boom & Counterweights