ERTL Iron John Deere Die-Cast Replicas - Includes John Deere Tractor, Gator, and Skid Steer Farm Toys with Collectible Display Box - John Deere Tractor Toys - 3 Inch - 3 Count

From: John Deere

Pete's Expert Summary

So, the human has presented me with a box of miniature earth-moving equipment. I see. It’s a three-pack of John Deere brand vehicles, specifically a tractor, a gator, and a skid steer, all rendered in what you call "die-cast" metal. This implies a certain heft, a pleasing weightiness that would feel substantial under my paw and make a glorious *thud* when swatted from the coffee table. They have rolling wheels and moving parts, which suggests they might offer a moment's diversion, perhaps as unwilling participants in a high-speed chase down the hallway. Honestly, the "collectible display box" is an insult, a transparent cage for what could be perfectly adequate floor clutter. They lack the frantic energy of a laser dot, but their solid, heavy-duty nature might just make them worthy instruments for testing the laws of gravity.

Key Features

  • Deluxe Collection: This 3-pack of John Deere toys includes the John Deere Tractor, Gator, and Skid Steer
  • Articulated Toddler Toys: Each vehicle in this iconic John Deere set features free rolling wheels and moving parts for hours of fun
  • Collectible: These tractor toys come in collectible display packaging and make a fine addition to the farm replica collectors' display
  • Officially Licensed: The ERTL Iron set is an Officially Licensed John Deere Product for fans both old and new
  • Farm Kids' Toys: Experience hours of farm toy fun with your little ones with an age range of 3 years and up

A Tale from Pete the Cat

The briefing was held in the traditional spot: the center of the living room rug, under the harsh glare of the afternoon sunbeam. The Handler—that’s you—placed the package on the ground. The intelligence was clear: three enemy assets, codenamed "ERTL Iron," had breached our perimeter. Their faction was known; the green and yellow insignia of the powerful "John Deere" syndicate was emblazoned on their sides. My mission, should I choose to accept it (and I always do, for a price, usually paid in tuna), was to assess their capabilities and, if necessary, neutralize them. The Handler opened the package, and the three targets were deployed. They were heavy, I could tell by the way they settled into the carpet fibers. The largest, the Tractor, was a brute force instrument. The Gator, a low-profile utility vehicle, looked like a scout. The third, the Skid Steer, with its articulated arm, was clearly a specialist, a saboteur. I crept forward, my tuxedo markings providing excellent camouflage against the dark wood of the floor's edge. I decided the specialist was the primary threat. I initiated contact with a tentative paw-probe against the Skid Steer. It slid easily, its wheels spinning silently on the plush terrain. A feint. I switched tactics, delivering a sharp, calculated bat to its side. The metal body felt solid, unyielding. It skittered sideways, its mechanical arm swinging wildly, before tipping onto its side. One neutralized. The Gator was next. It was lighter, faster. I chased it into the treacherous terrain under the armchair, where it became hopelessly entangled in a forgotten dust bunny. Two down. That left the Tractor. The big one. It sat there, stoic and silent. A direct assault was pointless; it was too heavy to be easily dispatched. I circled it, observing its construction. The large rear wheels were its power base, its weakness. With a burst of energy, I pushed not to topple it, but to guide it. I nudged it, again and again, steering its rolling chassis on a direct course for the abyss—the one-inch drop from the rug to the hardwood floor. With a final, mighty shove, it plunged over the edge, landing with a deeply satisfying *CLACK*. Mission accomplished. These were surprisingly well-made adversaries, a worthy challenge for an agent of my caliber. I retired to my observation post on the couch, signaling to The Handler that the territory was secure. For now.