Bruder 02040: Massey Ferguson 7480 Tractor, 1:16 Scale

Still going strong in the Bruder Agriculture series is this 2004 Massey Ferguson tractor, with the design and functionality going today, as it did back then. Only one of two MF tractors in the range that comes as a standalone model. Well upgrading later is a possibility with a still functional hitch and a connecting slot to add a working front loader over the bonnet.

Massey Ferguson 7480 Tractor

You'll recognise this being a Massey Ferguson just from its big, square like body with the well-known silver cab roof top.

The distinguishable headlights and bonnet detail also make it a MF, but to clarify its a Massey you only have to look at the words along the bonnet with the famous white stripe.

Unique to Bruder Massey Ferguson tractors are the detailed reflective lights around the cab roof; plus the exhaust pipe, steps, wing mirrors and even a number plate making it road worthy.

No Windows Cab

Access to the interior of the driver's cab happens from all angles with there little fingers able to reach in or in some cases, there whole hands.

Benefits to interior access of course is there able to steer the wheel, well they could insert a Bruder figure on the seat.

Updated models all have windows with access gained through opening hinged doors, well on this one there's no door in the way with unrestrictive access.

Steerable, Rolling Wheels

Big chunky free rolling wheels are what makes this Bruder tractor go round, with deep treads for digging into the ground and realistic grey rims - just as they would on the real thing.

Well all wheels are covered in mud guards the front two wheels are steerable, therefore the mud guards follow the wheels in any direction they go.

To steer the wheels they can do it in three ways; remove the steering rod and thread it through the cabin roof and into the steering wheel; or steer the little steering wheel or just move them by hand.

Tow Hitch

Early models only have a basic rear tow hitch unlike the height-adjustable hitches on all recent releases.

But don't let this discourage you from this model, the hook on the hitch is still designed in a way that the hoop on the trailer or implement clips over the hook, well staying in place when towed.

Big implements are good but so are the smaller ones. Positioned above the hitch is where the steering rod is stored.

Lift Bonnet Up

As reliable as Massey Ferguson tractors are you still need to get under the bonnet to maintain the engine once in a while.

Thankfully, role play is extended on this model in the shape of mechanic. Pretend play can happen with the hands, but why not get hold of Bruder figure to make the repairs.

Talking of playing mechanic, there's also an opportunity for the 1:16 scale farming figure to get underneath the tractor and make repairs on the chassis.

No Accessories Attached

Standalone Bruder tractors are ready to go from the start, with no trailers to tow or front loaders to control with attachments - and this is really all you need.

The Bruder Massey Ferguson tractor is fully functional with opening bonnet, unrestrictive cab and counter-weight all present.

Now or later, you can connect a front loader to the tractor with most of the Bruder implements all compatible with the tow hitch.