Siku 1379: John Deere Tractor with Bale Grabber and Bale, Super

Earlier John Deere tractor releases in the series would have less attention to detail, well not the case with the 2014 release with more focus on intricate detail. Its small so the small replica parts are limited somewhat, but Siku have still managed to fix a working loader. That goes well with the rolling wheels and the option to use a trailer or implement later.

Small John Deere Tractor

No doubt this is a John Deere tractor simply from its shape; with a noticeable square-shaped driver's cab, radiator, counter-weight with the highly recognisable wheel rims.

Largely built from die-cast metal with plastic parts, the cab frame, mud guards and chassis are all made from black plastic, so is the fixed front mount - though the rear tow hitch is made from metal.

Working Front Loader

Despite its small frame, this Siku John Deere tractor can still hold its own with a real working, moving front loader for loading up on trailers or transporting bales off the field.

Unlike the front loaders found on larger models, this one has a simple up/down movement; supported with a hinge fixed to the bonnet and a bale grabber attachment fixed to the other end.

Grabber with Round Bale

What better way to transport large bales of hay around the yard or out of the field with use of this attachment. Simply grip on to the bale and drive the tractor to where you need the bale.

Unfortunately for Siku Super collectors, there's little in the way of fun, interesting accessories to maintain there interest; not the case here as it has a simple round bale that does add play value.

Rear Hitch for Towing

Well all focus is down on the front of the tractor, head to the rear to view the simple rear tow hitch coupling, so easy to use in fact it will connect to any trailer/implement in the range.

In all you could end up controlling the tractor with an outreaching front loader, well they will have to maneuver the tractor with a trailer in tow... so there's endless fun to be had if using a trailer later.