This John Deere digger features a realistic mechanisim using two hand operated levers allowing sand & other materials to be scooped up & deposited elsewhere. Also has an automatic locking arm. The metal construction of this digger makes this item tough & durable. The digger unit can spin through 360 degrees on its base which has caterpillar tracks that allows it to move along like a foot to floor toy. Suitable age 3 plus years.