Bruder Man TGS Roll-Off Truck and Schaffer Loader: FAQ
By Bruder Toy Shop | Published: 2026-11-01
Category: Product Reviews
Straight answers about the Bruder 03767 set: how the roll-off container locks, what the Schaffer loader can lift, and who the two-vehicle combo suits.
Quick answer
Buy the Bruder 03767 set if you want a working roll-off truck and a compact loader in one box for site-role play. Skip it if you only need a single vehicle or expect motorized lifting.
Why the two-vehicle set changes play more than a single truck
A roll-off truck is only half a job without something to fill or empty the container. Pairing the Man TGS with the Schaffer compact loader lets one child run a full loading cycle: the loader works the container, the truck hauls it. That loop is what keeps a construction scene going after the first ten minutes.
The trade-off is space and setup time. Two vehicles plus a detached container need a wider play area than a solo dump truck, and younger children may need help aligning the container before the truck backs under it.
Where the set stops short
This is a manually operated set. The catalog lists no motors, remote control, or sound module, so lifting and tipping come from hands, not buttons. If your child expects app or remote control, this is the wrong purchase.
Scale compatibility is also worth checking before you buy. The listing does not state a scale figure, so measure your existing Bruder figures and vehicles against the photos rather than assuming they match a specific series.
Common questions about the Bruder 03767 set
- Does the roll-off container come off the truck?
- Yes. The container is a separate roll-off unit, so it can be detached and set down as a standalone bin while the truck drives away. Reattaching it takes patience: line the truck up square before sliding it back on.
- Can the Schaffer loader lift the container?
- The loader is a compact wheeled loader, not a crane. Use it to fill and tidy the container, and let the truck's own roll-off mechanism handle the tipping. Do not force the loader arms against a loaded container.
- Is it motorized or remote controlled?
- No. Nothing in the supplied catalog lists a motor, battery, or remote. All lifting, tipping, and steering is manual, which suits open-ended play but not children who want a powered toy. If powered play is the priority, look at a different Bruder truck instead.
- What age is this set aimed at?
- Bruder builds these as scale play vehicles with small moving parts. The listing does not give an age rating, so check the packaging or retailer guidance before buying for a child under three.
- Does it work with other Bruder vehicles?
- The Man TGS and Schaffer are built to a common play scale, so they sit naturally beside other Bruder site vehicles. The container itself is matched to this truck's roll-off bed, so do not expect it to fit every other chassis. Plan the set around the roll-off truck, then add loaders and figures to it.
- How should I store it between play sessions?
- Keep the container detached and the loader arms lowered so nothing rests under load. Store the set indoors, away from direct sun, to protect the plastic and the cab's two-tone finish.
Product facts
- Bruder 03767 Man TGS Truck with Roll-Off Container and Schaffer Compact Loader 24.12.8: The two-tone Man TGS cab has opening doors. You can seat a bworld figure inside for driver-role play instead of leaving the cab empty.
Bruder 03767 Man TGS Truck with Roll-Off Container and Schaffer Compact Loader 24.12.8 - Bruder 03767 Man TGS Truck with Roll-Off Container and Schaffer Compact Loader 24.12.8: The set includes a roll-off container and a Schaffer compact loader. One purchase covers both the hauling and the loading side of a site scene.
