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1/87 scale diecast electric transit bus in RIPTA R Line livery, detailed exterior with rubber tires

Iconic Replicas

Iconic Replicas New Flyer Xcelsior Charge NG RIPTA R Line 1/87 Diecast Bus

SKU CH-70GW-908QN

A 1/87 scale diecast replica of the RIPTA R Line electric transit bus with true-to-scale detail, rubber tyres and no openings

  • Product typeBus
  • Suitable forUnisex
  • Age groupAdult
  • True-to-scale 1/87 replica captures every exterior detail
  • Limited-edition release makes it a rare collector's piece
  • Official RIPTA licence guarantees authentic livery and markings
  • Diecast metal construction with rubber tyres adds realistic weight
  • New in original unopened packaging preserves mint condition

Scale transit model

This 1/87 diecast replica depicts the New Flyer Xcelsior Charge NG electric bus in the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority R Line livery. It is an officially licensed collectible aimed at adult hobbyists and transit enthusiasts who value accurate scale representation. The model arrives in the manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Its construction uses diecast metal with select plastic components for detail.

Upgrade from generic buses

Collectors replacing generic or unbranded HO-scale buses gain a specific prototype with authentic RIPTA graphics and true-to-scale proportions. The jump is worthwhile when a layout or display demands a recognisable North American electric transit vehicle rather than a stand-in. Limited-edition status means the model will not be restocked once the run sells out. Buyers who need opening doors or interior detail should look elsewhere.

Display footprint and limits

At approximately 5.5 inches long, 1.25 inches wide and 1.5 inches high, the model fits standard HO-scale streets and depot scenes without dominating the scene. Real rubber tires add visual realism but the model has no openings, so passengers or driver figures cannot be placed inside. The fixed chassis suits static display; it is not designed for powered operation on a layout. Collectors seeking articulated or jointed models will find this rigid body a constraint.

How it compares

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Price $38.99
Pricier than about 61% of the 5,802 comparable items (median $29.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameIconic Replicas
Product typeBus
More details
Suitable forUnisex
Age groupAdult

Questions about this item

How much display shelf depth does the 5.5 inch long bus require?

The model measures 5.5 inches long by 1.25 inches wide, so a shelf at least 6 inches deep will accommodate it with a small margin.

What is the correct way to place this diecast bus on a layout without damaging the real rubber tires?

Lift the model by its diecast metal body and set it down gently on all four wheels; avoid pressing on the roof or plastic details which can bend.

Will the paint or tires on this limited edition model need any upkeep over time?

Keep the bus in its original box away from direct sunlight and dust it occasionally with a soft brush; the rubber tires and factory paint require no further treatment.

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