1999 Hess Toy Truck and Space Shuttle with Satellite: Celebrating the Millennium

The 1999 Hess Toy Truck and Space Shuttle with Satellite is one of the most technologically advanced and ambitious toys released up to that point. It commemorated two significant milestones: the 35th Anniversary of the Hess Toy Truck and the imminent arrival of the new millennium.

Mission Control: Three Toys with Lights and Sound

This model moved beyond earthbound themes to deliver a three-part space exploration set. The complex design and electronic features made it an instant favorite and a demonstration of Hess’s commitment to cutting-edge toy engineering.

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Key Features and Specifications

Model: 18-Wheel Flatbed Carrier with a Space Shuttle and Satellite.
Color Scheme: Classic Hess white and green.
Truck Carrier:
- An 18-wheel flatbed trailer truck, approximately 13.5 inches long.
- Features working headlights and running lights.
- The flatbed is designed to securely transport the space shuttle.
Space Shuttle: The shuttle itself is highly detailed and feature-rich:
- Equipped with its own lights and sound effects (“blast-off” sound).
- Features working cargo bay doors that retract.
- The opening of the cargo doors activates the satellite launch sequence.
Satellite: The smallest accessory is fully featured:
- Connects to the shuttle via an automatic launching arm.
- Features its own lights and sound effects.
- Includes retractable solar panels.
License Plate: Features the year of issue, 1999, on the license plate.
Engineering Note: This model was often touted as the most complex vehicle Hess had created at the time, reportedly taking several years from concept to build.

Metric	Detail	Collectible Value (MIB, Reference)
Original Retail Price	$19.99 (batteries included).	N/A
Current Collectible Value	Mint condition, complete-in-box (MIB) with all three vehicles and working features.	$40 – $80
Historical Note	The commercial for this toy highlighted the theme of “soaring into the new millennium.”	N/A

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