There have been a number of toddler-sized riding toy Jeeps with basic push-it-along propulsion. Like the larger pedal cars, this Structo steel toy photographed by Gary Keating was sold in paint schemes including military and fire Jeeps.
This plastic one (left) was made by Andy Gard, who also made small battery-operated Jeep toys.
J-F Lavie photographed Phil riding this more recent plastic toy (right) in France.
But here's a great idea, and one that anybody could make -- a cardboard Jeep marketed by the General Box Company of
Des Plaines, Illinois, also photographed by Gary Keating. The date of manufacture is unknown. See also a rear view photo (20K JPEG).
Barry Pfister in South Africa designed and built this plywood pull-along toy for his son to ride in. As he found out, it's more exercise for Dad than it is for the kids.
I built this flat-fender for my daughter, based on mail-order plans from U-Bild. It's basically a pull-toy, although it has an open bottom designed for foot propulsion à la Fred Flintstone. It's a bit heavy to self-propel, but if you're willing to push or pull the kids, it's a nice old-fashioned toy. Look at a QuickTime movie (600K) of it (and me) in action back at Christmas 1994.
Thanks to J-F, Gary and Barry. -- Derek Redmond
Also on The CJ3B Page, see the battery-operated Eldon Poweride Jungle Jeep, and many Pedal-Drive Jeep Riding Toys.
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