LEGO 8285 Tow Truck

This awesome, fully functional tow truck is equipped with rack and pinion front wheel steering and a working crane, winch and lift - just like the real thing! The rear telescopic towing mechanism lifts pneumatically to rescue stranded vehicles, while the ratchet-operated winch secures the load. Open the hood to reveal the detailed V6 engine with moving pistons and rotating radiator fan! Manual controls are hidden in side compartments for lifting the hook or extending and lowering the boom. Authentic model for experienced builders! Pump the pneumatic cylinder to raise the telescopic boom! The tow truck is over 24 inches long! Turn the wheels to see the realistic pistons of the V6 engine move! Lower the stabilizers to tow heavy loads! Telescopic boom can be extended, retracted, raised and lowered! Open the hood to see the detailed engine and spinning radiator fans! Includes building instructions to convert into a heavy truck with low loader! Also includes instructions for integrating #8287 Motor Set (sold separately) into the alternate model. The motor will lift and lower the arm and pull the string up and down. View all LEGO tow trucks