The Backhoe

Scoop, dig and roll into pretend play.

The Backhoe by Mentari is a sturdy wooden construction vehicle designed for hands-on play. With a working front loader and easy-rolling wheels, it’s built to handle everything from imaginary building sites to sandpit excavations.

Made from sustainably sourced wood and painted in soft, child-safe colours, this toy is simple, functional and built to last. It's the kind of vehicle that becomes part of the daily play rotation - and holds up to heavy-duty pretend jobs.

Why it works

• Working front loader – encourages active, hands-on play
• Smooth wooden construction – tactile, durable and safe
• Suits a wide range of ages – great from toddlers to early primary
• Open-ended role play – supports storytelling, problem-solving and motor skills
• Ethically made – using sustainable wood and non-toxic finishes

Product dimensions: Approx. 22cm long
Recommended age: 18 months+

A note from Hello Youngster:
We love this one because it’s the kind of toy that’s satisfying to use. No batteries, no flashing lights - just a solid scoop-and-dump action kids can control themselves.