Tonka fire truck toys are probably the most famous toy fire trucks ever. Even after many decades Tonka still makes the Classic Tonka Fire Engine Vehicle. Sady, it is no longer constructed fully out of steel or metal like it used to be. Like the famous Tonka dump trucks today this classic fire truck is made out of a tough, durable kind of plastic that can take on rough play expected from smaller children. So it is still very durable and one of the best toy fire trucks for sale in the market.
Adapting to modern times, you also find the Tonka Mighty Motorized fire truck which features lighting, motorized ladder, realistic sounds and hyper lighting. Apart from these two models there a quite a few varieties of Tonka fire truck models made under license from Tonka by other manufacturers.
All Tonka Fire Trucks Feature Comparison
Here is the up-to-date comparison chart with pictures and important details about those different types of Tonka fire truck for sale. This comparison table is kept up-to-date as possible even with latest Tonka Fire truck models as they appear in the market.
| Photo | Name | Age Group | Dimensions | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
  | Tonka Steel and Plastic Fire Engine Toy FFP | 3+ Years | 19.25 x 8 x 11 inches | Check on Amazon » |
  | Tonka Spartans Fire Truck Toy FFP | 3+ Years | 22.75 x 6.25 x 9 inches | Check on Amazon » |
  | Tonka Mighty Motorized Fire Engine  | 3 - 6 years | 5 x 16.75 x 8.25 inches | Check on Amazon » |
  | Tonka Rescue Force Lights and Sounds Police Car (Toy Fire Truck) | 3+ Years | 12 x 4 x 5.5 inches | Check on Amazon » |
  | Tonka Mighty Motorized Fire FFP Engine | 3 - 6 Years | 6.5 x 16.25 x 9.5 inches | Check on Amazon » |
  | Tonka Mighty Force Lights & Sounds - Fire Truck | 3+ Years | 2.25 x 6 x 2.5 inches | Check on Amazon » |
Couldn’t find a suitable toy fire truck from Tonka? Then see our, Best Toy Fire Trucks Comparison and Reviews to compare and find the perfect fire truck toy for your needs and wants. You might also like to checkout the more realistic Bruder fire truck toys which includes two toy Mack and Scania fire trucks with 4 feet tall fire ladders.
More Tonka Fire Truck Models From Tonka, Hasbro, Funrise and Others
| Photo | Name | Age Group | Dimensions | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Tonka Light and Sound Wobble Wheels Fire Truck, Red | 12 months - 15 years | 7.5 x 5 x 6 inches | Check on Amazon » |
 | My First Tonka Mini Wobble Wheels - Fire Engine | 12 months and up | 4.3 x 4.3 x 2 inches | Check on Amazon » |
 | Tonka Rescue Rig Fire Rescue (Red Truck with White Ladder) | 3 years and up | 9.5 x 3 x 6.5 inches (Package size) | Check on Amazon » |
 | Tonka Metal Diecast Bodies - Fire Pumper (1:55 Scale) | 36 months - 14 years | 5.25 x 2 x 6.25 inches (Package size) | Check on Amazon » |
 | 2014 Tonka Toughest Minis Fire Rescue (Lights and Sounds) | Ages 3 + | 6 x 3 x 3 inches | Check on Amazon » |
 | Tonka Mighty Wheels Fire Rescue, Red | 18 months - 15 years | 26 x 7.2 x 9.2 inches | Check on Amazon » |
 | Tonka Strong Arm Fire Truck | 18 months - 15 years | 13 x 8 x 9 inches | Check on Amazon » |
 | Tonka Strong Arm Fire Engine | 36 months - 15 years | 14 x 9 x 9 inches | Check on Amazon » |
 | Tonka Lights & Sounds Toughest Minis Fire Engine | 3 years and up | 13 x 4.2 x 5 inches | Check on Amazon » |
Best Tonka Fire Truck Toy Reviews
Each of these models are well known and varied in features and have been bestselling toy trucks in their categories for some years. I’m sure any kid will be very pleased to be given one of these toy fire trucks. They are sure to play and create countless happy memories with it while imagining situations in which it is needed. So go through them all and then decide what you want to buy.
Note, that Tonka fire trucks are not scale models of any real fire truck. As a result they don’t look exactly like any real fire truck. Tonka makes toy trucks for children to play with, and play rough and hard without breaking into pieces like so many other toy trucks for sale today.
Tonka Classic Fire Truck
This is the Tonka Classic fire truck. It is the current version of the original classic Tonka steel fire trucks which Tonka is famous for. However it seems Tonka no longer makes toy trucks purely out of steel. Like the rest of the current Tonka trucks this one is made out of steel and plastic. Despite it people say this Tonka definitely stands up to the regular abuse any kid can dish out.
Measuring approximately 19.5 inches long and 13.5 inches high, this Tonka truck’s got an authentic look of a fire engine. It comes with an extendable, swiveling ladder at the top with a small pivoting bucket–ideal for kids to position imaginary firefighters who battle with the fires. It has also got two removable ladders that can slide into slots on either side of the truck. It’s deep-cleated plastic tires make this a toy truck playable equally at home on the backyard dirt pile or the carpeted family room floor. Last I checked you can get this tonka classic fire truck at below link at Amazon for a discounted price.
Tonka Mighty Motorised Fire Engine
The Tonka Mighty Motorized Fire Truck is an action-packed, battery operated Tonka toy fire truck. Inline with modern times, it features a motorized ladder, realistic sound effects and hyper lighting.
This Tonka truck is also quite large. It is more than one and half feet lengthwise. Exact dimensions are 6.5 x 16.2 x 9.5 inches.
This Tonka fire truck is more modern in look and build. Its made out of plastic, but still very sturdy and well built. Its unfortunate Tonka no longer builds fully steel fire trucks like they used to. Still this plastic Tonka fire truck can withstand some rough play and handling from kids.
This fire truck is also equipped with control lever and buttons to make the ladder rotate on its on. Push a button and it makes sounds like a fire engine. At times kids can drive you crazy with its sound 🙂
The Tonka Mighty Motorized Fire Engine is popular not only for its looks and Tonka branding but also for its size and reasonable price. With its size and features this is a good and sturdy Tonka fire truck worth its value.
Like the Tonka classic trucks this is also for sale on Amazon. However its sold a lot more than the Classic Tonka fire truck we discussed above.
The sounds and lights are powered by 3 AA batteries which are included.
Recommended for kids aged 3 years and up.
Tonka Strong Arm Fire Engine
Third in our list of Tonka toy fire trucks is the Tonka Strong Arm fire engine. It has an over-sized strong arm lever for cranking which inspired its name. Kids can pull it and rev-up the lever and watch the sparks fly in the arm’s window as a siren wails. It is part of Tonka’s strong arms series of toy trucks, its a free-wheeling, manual operated toy fire engine that requires no battery. On top of those features is the ladder which can be moved and extended and has got big tires that allows kids to play with it to their hearts content, both indoors as well as outdoors. All in all, I think its a very durable product and is for sale at a reasonable price.
Tonka Spartans Fire Engine
This is similar in appearance to the Tonka Mighty Motorised Fire Engine we looked at above. However major difference is the Tonka Spartans Fire Engine is bigger in size. This is 24 inches long where as the Mighty motorized fire truck is only 19 inches. The full dimensions are of this Tonka toy fire truck is 24 x 10 x 7 inches. It has also got 6 wheels.
You can buy this at the below link. However like most Tonka trucks its a very hot selling item. As I write this there are only a few more of these Spartan fire engines left.
Alternative to Tonka Fire Trucks – Realistic Bruder Fire Truck Toys
If you want realistic looking toy fire trucks that are very detailed scale models of real life fire trucks try the Bruder fire trucks. Bruder fire truck toys are very detailed and exact replicas of real life fire trucks.
Check Bruder Fire Truck Toys Comparison »
These Bruder fire truck toys are more delicate. The small parts in very realistic looking fire trucks with opening doors and gadgets, don’t stand rough and rigorous playing at the hands of small kids. So they break at the hands of rough play from smaller kids. They are more suitable for kids who would value them and play gently. Bruder toy fire trucks are a little more expensive than Tonka fire trucks.
Thank you for having taken the time to review these toys.
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Very interesting that you would write on these Tonka trucks. So, here’s the story from me. My wife and I were enlisted to provide toys for a very under priviledged small church. They have no money! We are not wealthy but decided to do what we could. The pastor told us they have about 50 children ranging in age from babies to 12 and 13 year old’s. My wife and I are “garage sale-aholics”. Starting in late Sept, we spent about $150 out of pocket, and acquired over $1000 in toys, most with tags still on them, or 99% new along with 6 bicycles that I restored to new condition. Well, one lady donated her teen age sons Tonka Metal Dump truck in used but great condition. Along the way were several ‘up scale’ Goodwill stores and at the Goodwill stores found several Tonka large Fire trucks, a helicopter in perfect condition. Having had many Tonka trucks as a boy, I can relate to them, plastic or not. Most that I purchased were priced under $6. None are in the original boxes. So, here’s the question. I know these toy trucks are durable and should last but are they collectables for the future? My step son, who is now in his 40’s, never had a Tonka truck. Should they be kept for posterity and collector value? The children will have more Xmas presents then they could imagine, including over 100 large brand new stuffed animals and characters, rocking horses, dolls, baseball mitts and balls, and a huge selection of toys. Eager to hear your response. Thanks
Hi Sonny,
Thanks for your comment. It was very interesting. You both have been very generous. I think everyone should commend you. If everyone was kind and generous like you guys have been our world will become a much better place. Keep up the great work.
Regarding your question, what you have asked is a moral question. Yes certainly if you have got old mint or good condition Tonka trucks. it will have some posterity and collector value now or in sometime in future. However what did you tell them when you bought them from the store or when collected them from people? If you had mentioned that you are buying or collecting them to give to kids then I think you should give them to the kids. You are morally obliged to honour what you said. If you didn’t mention anything and just went and bought them without saying its for the church or kids presents then its up to you to decide whether you keep them or not. This is my humble personal opinion 🙂