Smokey the Fire Truck reporting for duty

Meet the newest rescue hero with the biggest personality around: Smokey the Fire Truck.

Putting out fires and warming your heart, Smokey is not only a hero, he's a best friend that talks, sings and dances. Smokey is a freewheeling friend, with a huge cannon that kids can move around and shoot, launching balls that represent water to help Smokey put out the fire. With over 90 phrases, sounds and silly jokes, motion sensors in his wheels, LED lights on his head and motorised movement, Smokey provides hours of open-ended play.

When Smokey is on all six wheels, he is in Truck Mode. Push Smokey forward or pull him backward to activate lights and sounds. Push the lighting buttons on top to activate even more, giving plenty of variety to your child's playtime.

Smokey can be pulled halfway or completely upright using the lever on his right. Whether halfway or fully, he is then in Character Mode. Raise and lower Smokey repeatedly to make him sing and dance. Smokey knows four different songs, but to keep up the variety, he won't sing every time. Keep trying if you really want to hear him sing.

When Smokey is pulled upright, he can also shoot his 'water' cannon balls. Load the three supplied balls into the chute, turn the cannon left, right, back or forward to aim and then pull the lever on the left to shoot. (Warning: Do not aim at eyes or face. Only use the projectiles supplied with this toy. Do not fire at point-blank range.)

Smokey will also fall asleep if he is left alone for a while. He'll let you know that he's going to take a break and he'll even start snoring. To wake him up again, simply press his lights or push him around and Smokey will be back on the job.

Packed with fun, laughter and action, Smokey the Fire Truck is set to become one of your child's favourite toys.

Smokey the Fire Truck requires 4 x C batteries (demonstration batteries are included) and is suitable for ages 3 and up. It is not intended for outdoor use; sand, dirt and water may cause malfunction.

Smokey is part of the Big Rig Buddies range from Matchbox, one of the most well-known and widely acclaimed brands in the world of toys and a manufacturer of quality diecast cars, trackets and other boys' toys for nearly 60 years. It is now owned by Mattel, a market leader in the industry.

Pull the lever on Smokey's side to raise or lower him.

Push the button on Smokey's roof to hear him talk.

Pull the lever on the cannon to shoot 'water' balls.

After putting out the fire, Smokey even sings and dances.