1923 Maxim C1 Fire Engine – 1:43 Scale
A unique vintage collectible, the 1923 Maxim C1 Fire Engine in 1:43 scale captures one of the earliest motorized firefighting vehicles in history. Produced by brands like Yat Ming, this die-cast model showcases the charm of early 20th-century emergency vehicles, complete with classic ladder equipment and old-school design.
Built with a combination of die-cast metal and plastic components, this model typically features:
- Detailed 1920s fire engine styling with authentic red finish
- Functional elements like rolling wheels and steering (on some versions)
- Mounted display base or plaque for collectors
- Compact 1:43 scale size (~10–13 cm length typical for this scale)
The real Maxim C1 was produced by the Maxim Motor Company, an early American manufacturer of fire apparatus, making this model historically significant as well as visually distinctive.
Ideal for collectors of vintage vehicles, emergency service memorabilia, or classic die-cast models.
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A unique vintage collectible, the 1923 Maxim C1 Fire Engine in 1:43 scale captures one of the earliest motorized firefighting vehicles in history. Produced by brands like Yat Ming, this die-cast model showcases the charm of early 20th-century emergency vehicles, complete with classic ladder equipment and old-school design.
Built with a combination of die-cast metal and plastic components, this model typically features:
- Detailed 1920s fire engine styling with authentic red finish
- Functional elements like rolling wheels and steering (on some versions)
- Mounted display base or plaque for collectors
- Compact 1:43 scale size (~10–13 cm length typical for this scale)
The real Maxim C1 was produced by the Maxim Motor Company, an early American manufacturer of fire apparatus, making this model historically significant as well as visually distinctive.
Ideal for collectors of vintage vehicles, emergency service memorabilia, or classic die-cast models.

