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1978 Dodge Pickup L'il Red Express Truck - Hemmings Cover Car 1:18 Scale Diecast Model Truck by American Muscle - Ertl

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SKU:
20607NX
Manufacturer Sku:
AMM1194/06
Year:
1978
Car Make:
Dodge
Scale:
1:18 Scale
Dimensions:
11 1/2" Long
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SKU:20607NX

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SKU:
20607NX
Manufacturer Sku:
AMM1194/06
Year:
1978
Car Make:
Dodge
Scale:
1:18 Scale
Dimensions:
11 1/2" Long

Description

America's Fastest Truck

Features

  • ERTL Diecast Tooling
  • Limited Edition Diecast Model
  • Hood, Doors & Tailgate Open
  • Realistic Wood-Grained Bed Planks & Simulated Wood Pickup Box
  • Fully Detailed High Performance 360 CID 4-Barrel V-8
  • Authentic L'il Red Express Graphics & Pinstriping
  • Soft Rubber White Letter Goodyear Radials
  • Massive Chrome Side Exhaust Stacks are Fully Plumbed
  • Steering Wheel Controlled Front Wheels
The Last American Hot Rod to roll off the assembly line in the late 1970s. When Dodge released their Lil' Red Express Truck In 1978 it was one of the most unique trucks ever produced. The Lil' Red Express was not only a real looker it was also a real performer. As tested by Car and Driver magazine the 1978 The Dodge Lil' Red Express was the fastest American made vehicle from 0 to 100 MPH! That was due to a loophole in the emissions regulations. 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's did not have catalytic converters on its special High Performance 360 C.I. 4-barrel small block, a modified version of the 360 police engine producing 225 net horsepower @ 3800 RPM. The package also included Hemi style mufflers with a crossover pipe breathing through 2 chrome stacks located behind the cab, a special 727 transmission and 3.55:1 rear gearing. All 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's were automatics the interiors were available with a standard bench seat in red or black or with optional buckets and a fold down arm/rest console which was available.