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Wagon Characteristics The 4 general categories of wagons are Steel, Wood, Steel with Wood Sides, and Plastic. All wagons listed below are standard or oversized wagons. Miniatures and Specialty Items are discussed in a separate section.
Description: All-wood wagon with a wood body and removable wood stake sides. The sides are red while the body has a natural finish. The sides fit into metal slots that are bolted to the body of the wagon. When the sides are removed, the body is more similar to a flat bed. There is one model that is considered to be an oversized model, the #29 ATW Cargo Wagon.
Description: Steel-bodied wagon with wood sides. These wagons consist of a standard Radio Flyer steel body with wood sides that are bolted to it. The sides of these wagons are not designed to be removed (as opposed to the wood wagons). However, they can be removed manually with a screwdriver and a wrench.
Description: These wagons represent the new generation of an old classic. The design of the plastic wagon varies from model to model. In general, these plastic
wagons feature soft round edges that minimize bumps and bruises, as well as heavy duty casters that combine maneuverability with stability, allowing these wagons to
make tight turns without tipping over.
Characteristics: The most defining characteristics of All-Terrain Wagons (ATW) are the wheels and the axle system. All of these wagons have fully pneumatic (air) tires which allow the wagon to handle a wider variety of terrain (i.e. gravel, beaches, etc.), while providing a relatively smooth ride. The axle system provides the wagon with a greater weight capacity. Most All-Terrain Wagons can hold up to 250 lbs.
Description: The pneumatic wheel consists of an inflatable air tire (or a "Balloon Tire") surrounding a durable plastic wheel. The fully pneumatic tire can be found on all Radio Flyer All-Terrain Wagons. This wheel is ideal when used on varied types of terrain, such as gravel or sand. When used on the sidewalk, this wheel will provide a smooth and quiet ride.
Description: The semi-pneumatic wheel is a steel or plastic wheel, depending on the model, with a rubber tire tread. Unlike the pneumatic wheel, these semi-pneumatic wheels are not inflatable, however there is a bead of air molded into the tire. This wheel is ideal for use on paved surfaces and hardpacked terrain,a normal lawn around homes or parks is fine also.
Description: The Molded Wheel is a durable plastic wheel. Unlike the pneumatic and semi-pneumatic wheels, the molded wheel does not have a steel wheel or a rubber tire. This wheel is ideal for smooth and paved surfaces.
Differences Between Wagons Now that you have a better understanding of the general characteristics of the wagons, we will go into greater depth as to the individual differences between the various models.
Model #89: This is a 34" wagon that has 7" molded (plastic) wheels and a weight capacity of 80 lbs.
Model #90: This is also a 34" wagon that has 8 1/2" steel wheels with semi-pneumatic (rubber) tires. This model can hold up to 120 lbs.
Model #18:This is a 36" wagon with 10" semi-pneumatic tires. This wagon is 2" larger than the #90 and it is made with a heavier gauge steel than that of the #90. This allows for a greater weight capacity (180 lbs.)and increased durability. Another subtle difference is the bulge that appears at the base of this wagon (patented Radio Flyer design).
Model #1800: This wagon is the same length and width as the #18, but has higher sides which make the body 50% deeper than that of the #18. The 1800 also has All-Terrain Wheels which provide for a greater weight capacity and a smoother ride.
Model #24: This is a 36" wood wagon that has semi-pneumatic wheels and a weight capacity of 180 lbs.
Model #29:This is a 40" wood wagon that has pneumatic wheels. The 2 differences between the #28 and #29 are the size and weight capacity. The #29 is considered to be an oversized wagon and, because of this, the wood sides that run along the length of this wagon are divided into 2 pieces. This wagon can hold up to 250 lbs. of weight.
Model #30:This is a 44" wagon that has pneumatic wheels. This is the largest wagon of its type that Radio Flyer has ever made. It is 4" longer than the #29 and it can hold up to 350 lbs. of weight.
Model #22: This is a 34” steel wagon with wood sides that has 8 ½” pneumatic wheels and a weight capacity of 120 lbs.
Model #32: This wagon is similar to the #22. The main difference between these two models is that the #32 is an All-Terrain Wagon, meaning it has a different axle system that can support more weight and fully pneumatic wheels that provide for a smoother ride. This wagon is also 36" in length and the construction of the steel body is more durable than that of the #22. The weight capacity is 250lbs.
What is the difference between the tricycles #33, #34, #77B, #77 and #78? There are 2 sizes of tricycles: a 10" wheel and a 12" wheel. The 10" is recommended for smaller or younger children ages 2 - 4. The 12" wheel is recommended for taller or older children ages 2 ½ - 5.
The 3 tricycles with a 10" wheel are the #34, #77 and the #77B.
Model #34: This is an all-steel tricycle with steel spoke wheels and rubber tires. This is considered to be one of the Classic Tricycles.
Model #77: This tricycle has a steel body with a plastic basket and seat, molded wheels and rubberized tires.
Model #77B: This tricycle is identical to the #77. The only difference is that this model has a push bar that allows for an adult to push this trike while the child rides it. The pedals are designed to coast while being pushed and the push bar is removable.
The 2 tricycles with a 12" wheel are the #33 and #78.
Model #33: This is one of the Classic Tricycles that has steel construction with spoked wheels and rubber tires. This trike also has streamers, a ringing bell and a double rear step.
Model #78 This tricycle has a steel body with a plastic basket and seat as well as molded wheels with rubberized tires.
Wagon Accessories Now that you have your wagon, it's time to accessorize. Radio Flyer makes a number of accessories that provide the red wagons with both style and comfort.
Model #BP90 - Wagon Bed Pad: The BP90 is a wagon bed pad that's desiged to fit any 34" - 36" wagon. This is the only bed pad that will work with the steel wagons without wood sides. The BP90 will fit Wagon Model #'s 18, 22, 24, 28, 31, 32, 89 and 90.
Model #BP24 - Wagon Bed Pad with Side Pads: The BP24 is a wagon bed pad and side pad set. This item will only work with 34" - 36" wagons with wood stake sides. The side pads have velcro straps that fasten to the wood stake sides of the wagon. The BP24 will work with Wagon Model #'s 22, 24, 28 and 32. The BP24 DOES NOT Work With The Model #29 All-Terrain Cargo Wagon.
Model #BP29 - Wagon Bed Pad and Side Pads (Model #29): The BP29 is similar to the previously mentioned BP24. However, the BP29 is designed exclusively for the Model #29 All-Terrain Cargo Wagon and is longer and wider than the BP24. This item will ONLY work with the #29 wagon.
Model #BP30 - Wagon Bed Pad and Side Pads (Model #30): The BP30 is nearly identical to the BP24 and BP29. However, the BP30 is designed exclusively for the Model #30 Sport Utility Wagon.
***There are not Bed Pads or Side Pads designed for any of the plastic wagons.
Will the Wagon Seat (WS90) Fit My Wagon?
The Wagon Seat (WS90) ONLY works with 34" - 36" steel wagons without wood sides.
If you have a steel wagon with wood sides and would like to use the WS90, you will have to remove the sides in order for it to fit.
Does The Wagon Seat (WS90) have a seat belt?
No, the WS90 does NOT have a seat belt. This item does have a strap, but its purpose is to hold the seat to the wagon.
How Much can the Cooler Pack (CA24) Hold?
The Cooler Pack (CA24)can hold up to six 12 oz. cans. It also comes with a removable shoulder strap so that it can be carrried easily.
How Does the Cooler Pack (CA24) Fasten to the Wagon?
The Cooler Pack (CA24) has heavy-duty velcro straps that wrap around the wood stake sides of the wagon.
Will The Wagon Trailer (Model #WT18) Work With My Wagon?
The Wagon Trailer (WT18) works with all of the full-sized wagons.
How Is The Wagon Trailer (WT18) Attached to the Wagon?
A hitch is fixed to the rear axle of the wagon and the tongue of the trailer slips into the hitch. There is a pin with a clip that holds the two together. This makes it very easy for the trailer to be removed if not in use.
Will The Handle Extension (HE90) Work With My Wagon?
The #HE90 fits all full-sized wagons with safety ball, except models 7, 9 or any all-terrain wagon with a plastic handle grip. The Handle Extension WILL Work With Any All-Terrain Wagon Purchased From This Site In 2001. It WILL NOT Work With Any All-Terrain Wagons Purchased Before This Time. The Handle Extension (HE90) does NOT work with any of the Plastic Wagons (Model #'s 39, 2200, 2300, 2400, 2500). These wagons were made with longer handles.
Specialty Items In addition to wagons, Radio Flyer also has a wide selection of specialty items that are perfect toys for children and great additions to any Radio Flyer collection.
What is the Difference Between the Radio Flyer Miniatures?
There are 3 general catagories of miniatures which are the Miniature Line, My Little Line & Little Line. The difference between these catagories is the size of each:
Miniature Line
Description: The Miniature Line is the smallest category of miniatures. Each of these items is approximately 4 ¾" in length.
Model #: 1, 2, 3, 220, 400
My Little Line
Description: The My Little Line is the next largest category of miniatures. These items are approximately 6" in length.
Model #: 901, 902, 903, 904, 905
Little Line
Description: The Little Line is the largest category of miniatures and the most popular size for giftbaskets. These items are approximately 12" in length. Many of these items also require assembly.
Model #: 4, 5, 5WS, 6, 551, 553, 557
**Please Note: Many of the items in the My Little Line and Little Line will be larger than the respective 6" and 12". These sizes are approximations and you should view each individual item to obtain the exact dimensions.