American LaFrance Eagle Fire Pumper 2002, 1/25 - Trumpeter 02506

Trumpeter 02506 recreates an American LaFrance Eagle Fire Pumper from 2002, a US fire truck to be assembled at the 1/25 scale. This static kit lets you build a modern emergency vehicle with a powerful, unmistakable silhouette typical of North American firefighting apparatus.

A 1/25 scale US fire truck

American LaFrance is a historic manufacturer of emergency vehicles in the United States. The Eagle range includes chassis built for fire departments, configured to meet the needs of user agencies. The Fire Pumper is an emergency vehicle equipped around its fire pump function.

At 1/25 scale, each real-world dimension is reduced by a factor of 25. Once assembled, the model measures approximately 366.4 mm long, 116.78 mm wide, and 122.8 mm high. Its proportions make it a particularly expressive piece for a collection focused on civilian vehicles, trucks, or emergency services.

Kit contents and features

Trumpeter reference 02506 includes 326 parts spread across 11 sprues, as well as 5 metal parts and 2 photo-etched parts. The indicated livery corresponds to the vehicle College Park, Maryland E121.

• Brand: Trumpeter
• Reference: 02506
• Type: static model of an assembly fire truck
• Subject: American LaFrance Eagle Fire Pumper 2002
• Scale: 1/25
• Total number of parts: 326
• Number of sprues: 11
• Metal parts: 5
• Photo-etched parts: 2
• Assembled dimensions: 366.4 × 116.78 × 122.8 mm
• Indicated livery: College Park, Maryland E121

Assembly and finishing

Assembling an emergency vehicle at this scale requires careful preparation of the parts, especially the bodywork elements, exterior equipment, and technical details. Precise gluing, careful deburring, and test fitting make it easier to assemble the subassemblies.

Painting can be done with a brush or an airbrush after applying a primer suitable for plastic. The metal parts and photo-etch allow you to work with fine details; handling is made easier by using precision tools. Decal application is best done on a smooth, glossy surface, before applying a final protection suited to the desired finish.

For assembly, plan on plastic model glue, cutting tools, fine abrasive paper, brushes or an airbrush, as well as the paints needed for your chosen decoration.