Oxford Diecast Bedfordshire Fire & Rescue Service Mercedes Support -1:76 scale LEYLAND A stylised Stars and Stripes

A stylised Stars and Stripes is printed on the wings and the rear fuselage

namely Fordson

The Mechanical Horse was a very simple and sturdy vehicle constructed on a steel channel frame with a cab made of wood

The Series II Land Rover was introduced in 1958 and was manufactured until 1961

2 door convertible or a standard four door saloon

Oxford Diecast Bedfordshire Fire & Rescue Service Mercedes Support -1:76 scale LEYLAND A stylised Stars and StripesThe history of fire fighting in Bedfordshire can be traced back to the 17th century, when parishes had their own fire pumps and crews. In 1773, the parish of Pertenhall made an agreement to use the fire engine at Kimbolton, while Hockliffe paid towards the upkeep of the engine at Toddington in 1832. In 1838, the first volunteer fire brigade was formed in Bedford. This was followed by the formation of brigades in other towns and villages across the