Sieper
Sieper GmbH, commonly known as Sieper, is a German toy manufacturer that specializes in die-cast and plastic scale models under the SIKU brand. The company has a long history in German toy production and focuses on durable, detailed vehicles and figures intended for play and collecting. The SIKU product line encompasses a wide range of subjects, including construction equipment, agricultural machinery, municipal and emergency vehicles, trucks, and rural and urban accessories. Models typically combine metal bodies with plastic components and feature functional details such as movable parts, realistic fittings, and sometimes figures or diorama elements. Sieper products are distributed internationally through toy retailers, hobby shops, and online marketplaces, and the company maintains licensing partnerships and catalog distribution in certain markets. Safety and quality control are emphasized in the manufacturing process to meet consumer protection standards. As a private company, Sieper operates primarily from Germany, with production and product development focused on German engineering traditions and European toy markets. The SIKU brand is recognized for its durability, detail, and compatibility with other model ranges, making it a staple in many model-vehicle collections and educational play contexts.