View Full Version : US Ambulances, where are they ?


Minreg
05-19-2009, 07:48 PM
Where can I find US ambulances in 1/43-1/48, from the 50's-70's?
Also, they should not cost an arm and leg. Not trying to impress anyone just looking for some that would look good on a train layout.

LMK, Thanks

karl s
05-19-2009, 09:35 PM
Have you seen the Brooklin 1/43 handbuilts? - not too much $ for what you get:

1950 Packard Henney ambulance
1954 Studebaker Ambulet

Brooklin Models (http://www.brooklinmodels.co.uk/) are available from many sources.

and of course the Cadillac I just posted below!

DINKY Superior Cadillac #288, made in England, ~1976
http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm12/kschnelle/other_diecast/DinkyCadilllacSuperiorFalck1.jpg

Minreg
05-20-2009, 09:52 PM
Is financing available for the Brooklin model, LOL.

I feel the ambulance's are way under produced as compared to the numerous police and fire vehicles available.
Thanks for the info. I do like the Dinky.

karl s
05-21-2009, 08:26 AM
1/43-1/48 scale is not too popular in the US, which is why you can't find any 1950s ambulances. What 1/43 US cars DO you have on your layout? Yatming made some cheap ones. You know what they say - beggars can't be choosers. :(

Minreg
05-21-2009, 08:19 PM
I have about everything but Brooklin brand.
Been hunting for O scale compatible vehicles for many years.
I do have several Yatming.