Actually Cachalote, I prefer the older type mogs. That traditional looking ones. Matchbox used to make one back in the 60's, it was a light blue with orangey yellow and removable tires.
I, too, at one time preferred the old style, but having bought one of the new style I found it grew on me.
That truck looks very cool Gordon, that's not playmo though is it?
No it's not, Dunc. It's made in China and in the UK it's imported by a firm called Peterkin and in Germany by a firm called Dickie. Interestingly, the original model imported into the UK didn't have the MB three-pointed star on the bonnet, but the newer version does.
There are three versions, one with an opening rear compartment which houses a hose for connection to the working trailer pump. The second version comes with a built-in water tank and pump and the rear compartment doesn't open. This version comes with a very detailed rescue boat and trailer. The third version, unique to Germany, has the built-in water tank and working siren (European tatu tatu style and US), flashing blue lights and flashing headlights. All have opening lockers and doors, removeable ladder and water monitor. I've got all three and hope to add the German version with the water pump to my collection shortly.
If you want, I can post more pics.
