2018 Hess RV with ATV and Motorbike: The LED Extravaganza
The 2018 Hess RV with ATV and Motorbike was a sleek, modern update to the recreational vehicle concept first seen in 1998. This multi-vehicle set featured one major new distinction for the Hess collection: it was loaded with a record number of lights.
Most Lights Ever and Wheelie Action
This release emphasized high-visibility detailing, featuring over 70 lights across the three vehicles. It was released exclusively online and featured multiple opening compartments to deploy its off-road companions.
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Key Features and Specifications
- Model: Recreation Van (RV) with an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and a Touring Motorbike.
- Color Scheme: Sleek white and green RV with green and chrome accents.
- RV Features (The Main Toy):
- The large RV is loaded with 60 individual LED lights, the most ever offered on a holiday Hess Toy Truck at the time, providing exceptional illumination.
- Ramps: Features three functional ramp doors that fold down for easy access and deployment of the two accessory vehicles inside.
- Interior Lighting: The interior compartments are illuminated by the RV’s lights, showcasing the cargo.
- Accessory Vehicles (ATV and Motorbike):
- The set includes two off-road accessories, each with independent features.
- Wheelie Motors: Both the oversized ATV and the touring-style Motorbike are designed with wheelie-popping racing motors (pull-back friction motors).
- Lights: The set features a total of 73 brilliant lights across all three toys (RV, ATV, and Motorbike).
- Deployment: Separate button-operated doors reveal the accessory vehicles.
- Sound Note: Unusually for a Hess toy of this era, the 2018 RV did not include sound features, though the vehicles retained light functionality.
- License Plate: Features the year of issue, 2018, on the license plate.
- Anniversary Note: This release coincided with the limited-edition 85th Anniversary First Hess Truck.
| Metric | Detail | Collectible Value (MIB, Reference) |
|---|---|---|
| Original Retail Price | $33.99 (batteries included and free standard shipping online). | N/A |
| Current Collectible Value | Mint condition, complete-in-box (MIB) with all three vehicles and working features. | $30 – $60 |
| Historical Note | This toy set a record for the highest number of lights on a single Hess toy set. | N/A |
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 | Recreation |
