Standi: Grain Bin, 1:64 Scale

To be honest this is one of many, many Grain Bins Standi have released over the last few years, and certainly won't be the last. Despite this item being discontinued, if or when it becomes available again is likely, as Standi toys are sort after, and are widely available for new and old models. They do have an 8 year old recommendation, but 3 years plus should be fine.

Basic grain bin design

Looks small, is in fact very small, but in the 1:64 scale world of farm toys in reality this is indeed as big as it gets when compared to toy farm buildings, animals and vehicles that surround it.

Its not a simple as one might think, and well only a piece of molding plastic, it does harbor lots of interesting detail, from the ladder that runs up the side of the grain bin, to the corrugated metal effect.

There's not much that can happen with this bin as it needs a spout to empty the grain into an awaiting truck, so a little imagination will be needed when the bin needs emptying.

Populate the farm layout

There's no hard or vast rules where the grain bin is positioned on the farm, traditionally though it should be situated away from the farm buildings on safety grounds.

Ideally you will want to use two grain bins to create the most realistic setting, but check out Standi as they have a host of grain bins and silo's in all shapes and sizes - but all in 1:64 scale.

You'll need to situate this grain bin within the confines of the farm boundary, and will look the part as the barn, farmhouse and quite possibly the windmill will set the realistic scene.

Compatible with all 1:64th scale toys

Standi can stand proud and know that their plastic toy farm range are compatible with all 1:64 scale toys, designed to be sat there on the spot and just help bring the farm scene to life.

Ertl farm toys will be used most with Standi toys, and believe us when we say you'll have no issues when it comes to compatibility - they will function with one another with no problems.

This is due to Standi toys basic solid farm structures, that work by just sitting there. Sure often a toy truck will need to park underneath a grain bin, but Standi will put enough space underneath the toy bin, so it's not restricted to a few farm vehicles.

Made in USA

As you may know, Standi toys are made in the USA (Urbandale, IA), so you can rest assured safety is paramount when it comes to design, taking in the child's safety.

As an American company (Standi are now owned by Mini Truck & Tractor LLC) they know what kids and adult collectors alike require of them to fulfill there toy grain bins and silo needs.

This can only be accomplished by a real American family business. Standi will continue to release toy grain bins like this as long as toy farm enthusiasts/model makers need them.