SIKU John Deere 8500i Forage Harvester is a precision die-cast replica of the John Deere 8500i - a powerful self-propelled forage harvester used widely on farms for cutting and chopping crops. Scaled at 1:87 in the SIKU Super series and finished in John Deere's signature green and yellow, this model faithfully reproduces the large header, elevated cab and discharge spout of the real machine. A specialist agricultural model for young farming enthusiasts and SIKU collectors. Suitable for ages 3 and up.
Product Details
- Brand: SIKU (Germany, est. 1955)
- SKU: MB-SI1794
- Series: SIKU Super
- Scale: 1:87
- Vehicle type: John Deere 8500i self-propelled forage harvester
- Material: Die-cast metal with plastic parts
- Suitable age: 3+ years
Key Features
- Authentic John Deere 8500i replica - Green and yellow livery with forage header, cab and discharge spout accurately reproduced
- 1:87 scale - Compatible with SIKU Super farm tractors, trailers and farm accessories
- Die-cast metal body - Solid SIKU quality construction with satisfying weight and finish
- Specialist agricultural model - Forage harvesters are rarely found in this level of die-cast detail
- Collector appeal - A standout piece for John Deere and farm machinery enthusiasts
Perfect For
- Kids aged 3+ who love John Deere and farm machinery
- Adding a forage harvester to a SIKU Super farm layout
- Birthday and Christmas gifts for farming enthusiasts
- SIKU collectors building a comprehensive John Deere fleet
About SIKU
SIKU has been crafting precision die-cast vehicle models in Germany since 1955. Their John Deere range covers the full breadth of agricultural machinery - from tractors and combines to specialist forage harvesters - all reproduced to the same exacting standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
A forage harvester is a specialist farm machine that cuts, chops and blows crops like grass, corn and maize into an accompanying trailer for silage or animal feed. The John Deere 8500i is a self-propelled version with its own engine and cab.
This forage harvester is 1:87 scale - the standard SIKU Super scale. It is compatible with other SIKU Super farm vehicles including John Deere tractors and trailers.
Yes - being 1:87 SIKU Super scale, this forage harvester is compatible with other SIKU Super farm vehicles. It pairs particularly well with SIKU trailers and tractors for harvest play scenes.
The harvester body is die-cast metal with plastic parts for the header, discharge spout and cab detail. This gives it the solid quality feel SIKU models are known for.
Yes - the SIKU John Deere 8500i Forage Harvester is an excellent gift for farming enthusiasts of all ages. Its specialist nature makes it a standout model for anyone building a John Deere or SIKU farm collection.