Vintage Ertl 1/16 Scale John Deere Grain Drill Seeder Die-Cast Farm Toy Lot

A highly collectible vintage 1/16 scale die-cast metal and pressed steel pull-behind farm implement toy manufactured by Ertl. This intricate miniature accurately replicates a mid-century John Deere grain drill or seed planter unit, finished in classic agricultural emerald green with yellow branding and safety accents.
Key Design & Mechanical Features:
Hinged Hopper Lid: Features a dual-hinged upper seed hopper box lid that manually flips open to reveal structural interior seed wells. The inner lid face is stamped with a crisp “MADE IN U.S.A.” casting text mark.
Intricate Planting Assemblies: Underbelly is intricately detailed with a multi-row system of individual planting disc openers, metal down-pressure springs, and drop tubes designed to simulate row seeding fields.
Towing Mechanics: Engineered with a long green metal triangular pull-tongue tow bar ending in an open hitch hook, perfectly scaled for attachment to vintage toy tractor drawbars.
Wheel Configuration: Smooth-rolling black rubber utility tires fitted over inset yellow metal center hubs.
Condition Report:
The farm implement is in good, structurally sound vintage condition. All mechanical functions operate properly, including free wheel rotation, secure hitch linkages, and a smoothly opening hopper box door. The green painted finish and yellow “JOHN DEERE” front decal remain highly uniform, exhibiting minor, authentic play wear including light surface scuffs and small paint chips along the sharp edges of the tow bar frame. Localized dust from historical storage is present in the lower recesses.