2022 My Plush Hess Truck: Choo-Choo Train

The 2022 My Plush Hess Truck: Choo-Choo Train was the third release in the plush line designed for the youngest fans, and notably, the first-ever train in the entire Hess Toy Truck fleet (main, mini, or plush). It continued the tradition of combining soft, safe construction with high-tech interactive features.

Key Features and Specifications

Model: Plush Choo-Choo Train.
Target Audience: Safe for all ages (0+).
Color Scheme: Soft and durable Hess green fabric with colorful accents.
Lights and Sounds (Squeeze-Activated):
- Flashing LED Lights: Features squeeze-activated flashing LED lights.
- Songs: Plays two iconic railroad sing-along songs: “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad” and “Coming ‘Round the Mountain.”
Comfort and Safety Features:
- Nightlight Mode: A squeeze or tap on the roof lights activates a soft-glow nightlight with a 15-minute auto shutoff timer.
- Silent Mode: Features a Silent Mode setting for lights-only activation, allowing the plush to be used in a crib or for quiet play.
- Collectibility: Includes a 2022 commemorative license plate and a personalizable keepsake train engineer license tag, following the Hess collectible tradition.
- Design: The engine stack is designed as an easy-grab handle for little hands.

Metric	Detail	Collectible Value (MIB, Reference)
Original Retail Price	$34.99 (batteries included and free standard shipping online).	N/A
Current Collectible Value	Mint condition, complete-in-box (MIB).	$35 – $65
Historical Note	The plush line’s introduction of a train broadened the collection’s vehicle categories beyond trucks, ships, cars, and choppers.	N/A

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