Nylint Fire Department Pumper Truck/Chief Truck
Nylint Corporation • Nylint Pressed Steel Toys
Toy Category
Vehicle
Year Released
Late 1970s - Early 1980s
Condition
Fair to Good. Visible paint chipping on the hood, fenders, and edges. Decals show some wear and peeling. Chrome on wheels is dulled. The item is missing original accessories such as the rear ladder or trailer attachment.
Estimated Market Value
$25.00 - $45.00 USD
Description
A heavy-duty pressed steel fire response truck featuring a crew cab design with a sunroof opening. The body is finished in red with white/silver door decals featuring the 'Nylint Fire Dept.' Maltese cross logo. Features include a plastic light bar on the roof, 'Nylint' branded rubber tires on chrome-finish plastic rims, and a flatbed rear with a hitch point for towing pumper trailers or equipment.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$25.00 - $45.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$20.00 - $35.00 USD
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Standard production run; Made in Rockford, Illinois, USA
Model Number
6200 Series (Approximate)
Toy Type
Pressed steel, die-cast components, 1:18 to 1:24 approximate scale
Toy Condition
Fair to Good. Visible paint chipping on the hood, fenders, and edges. Decals show some wear and peeling. Chrome on wheels is dulled. The item is missing original accessories such as the rear ladder or trailer attachment.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging (Loose)
Rarity & Significance
Common. Nylint was a major competitor to Tonka during this era. While not rare, it is a sturdy example of American-made steel toys that are highly nostalgic for Gen X and Boomer collectors.
Special Features
White-lettered 'NYLINT' tires; Crew cab styling with open interior; Integrated roof emergency light bar.
Notable Variations
Often sold as part of a 'Fire Pumper' set with a towed water tank; also seen in full white or yellow color schemes for different city departments.