2014 Hess Toy Truck and Space Cruiser with Scout: The 50th Anniversary Trio

The 2014 Hess Toy Truck and Space Cruiser with Scout was the flagship holiday release commemorating the momentous 50th Anniversary of the Hess Toy Truck tradition. This complex, three-in-one set featured a futuristic space theme and set a new standard for lights and interactive sound effects.

The Finale of Gas Station Sales

This release holds a special place in history as it was the final annual toy sold at participating Hess gas stations before the company’s retail operations transitioned. The model, therefore, represents the culmination of a half-century tradition of in-person holiday purchases.

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Key Features and Specifications

Model: Flatbed Transport Truck with a Space Cruiser and a Scout vehicle (3-in-1 set). The truck had the number 50 embossed on the sides in honor of the anniversary.
Color Scheme: Classic Hess white and green livery. The Space Cruiser and Scout feature red and chrome accents.
Truck Carrier:
- A heavy-duty flatbed truck that serves as a launch pad for the Space Cruiser.
- Features a stunning 41 working lights that operate in steady or flashing mode.
- Launch Ramp: The back of the truck doubles as a launch pad, and a push-button activates a sound-enhanced hydraulic ramp mechanism that elevates the Space Cruiser for launch.
- Sounds: Features three push-button activated sound effects: ignition, horn, and ramp hydraulic/launch alarm.
Accessory 1 (Space Cruiser):
- The main spacecraft is equipped with eight working lights and three button-activated sounds (ignition, fly-by, and land).
- Motion-Activated Sounds: The Cruiser featured three motion-activated sound effects (climb, dive, and turn), similar to the 2010 Jet.
- Features retractable landing gear.
- Includes a push-button activated cargo door to deploy the Scout.
Accessory 2 (Scout):
- A small exploration vehicle hidden inside the Space Cruiser.
- Features two working lights and folding wings.
License Plate: Features the year of issue, 2014, on the license plate.

Metric	Detail	Collectible Value (MIB, Reference)
Original Retail Price	$29.99 (batteries included).	N/A
Current Collectible Value	Mint condition, complete-in-box (MIB) with all three vehicles and working features.	$40 – $75
Historical Note	Hess released a separate, highly valuable Collector’s Edition Tanker this year to more directly replicate the original 1964 model, often seen as the true anniversary collectible.	N/A

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