2015 Hess Fire Truck and Ladder Rescue: The Online Debut
The 2015 Hess Fire Truck and Ladder Rescue was a highly anticipated release for two reasons: it was the first fire truck in ten years, and it was the first annual toy sold exclusively online (with the exception of temporary mall kiosks). Following the sale of Hess gas stations, this model marked the official continuation of the holiday tradition through e-commerce.
Redefining the Rescue Duo
This two-vehicle set consisted of a heavy-duty, off-road Fire Truck carrying a smaller, nimble Ladder Rescue vehicle. The focus was on intricate lighting, realistic mechanical sounds, and high functionality in the accessories.
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Key Features and Specifications
- Model: Heavy-Duty Fire Truck (Flatbed) with a Ladder Rescue accessory.
- Color Scheme: Bold Red for the main Fire Truck, with white striping, green accents, and extensive chrome detailing.
- Fire Truck Features:
- Features over 50 vibrant LED lights (emergency and running lights) that work in both flash and steady modes.
- Sounds: Equipped with three button-activated sound effects: ignition, horn, and emergency siren.
- Searchlight: Includes a high-powered, 360° pivoting LED searchlight.
- Hose Nozzles: Features two chrome-detailed, swiveling fire hose nozzles flanking the searchlight.
- Hydraulic Ramp: The hidden slide-out ramp boasts a realistic motion-activated hydraulic sound effect when deployed.
- Accessory (Ladder Rescue):
- A nimble, small truck designed for quick deployment.
- Features 21 working lights.
- Ladder System: Includes a towering four-tier, telescoping extension ladder with 360° rotation and a movable nozzle.
- Powered by a speedy, push-activated friction motor that works in both forward and reverse.
- License Plate: Features the year of issue, 2015, on the license plate.
| Metric | Detail | Collectible Value (MIB, Reference) |
|---|---|---|
| Original Retail Price | $30.99 (batteries included and free shipping online). | N/A |
| Current Collectible Value | Mint condition, complete-in-box (MIB) with both vehicles and working features. | $35 – $65 |
| Rarity Note (Silver Edition): | Hess created a highly rare Silver Edition Fire Truck and Ladder Rescue. Only 100 individually numbered silver sets were randomly placed in the regular boxes, making it an extremely rare and valuable “chase” piece for collectors. | $1,500 – $3,000+ |
Disclaimer
Hess®, Hess Toy Truck®, and related trademarks are the sole property of Hess Corporation. We do not claim any ownership rights or affiliation with the Hess Corporation. All historical pricing and collectible valuations are estimates for informational and reference purposes only and do not constitute a guarantee of current market value.
| Decade | 2010s |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Rescue |
