Dinky Toys Foden Diesel 8-Wheel Wagon

From collection Vintage toys by Susan Li

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This collectible item is a Dinky Toys Foden Diesel 8-Wheel Wagon, a classic piece of mid-20th-century die-cast toy engineering. The model represents the '1st type' cab design, easily identifiable by its distinctive radiator grille featuring horizontal slats and a prominent V-shaped central element. The color scheme consists of a dark blue cab paired with a lighter mid-blue flatbed trailer. The vehicle is supported by eight wheels arranged in four pairs, featuring blue-painted hubs and original grey rubber tires. The condition of the item is reflective of its age and use as a plaything. There is extensive paint loss and chipping visible across the entire body, particularly on the roof of the cab, the front bumper, and the interior edges of the cargo area. The silver-painted headlights remain partially visible. The casting itself appears structurally sound with no visible cracks or missing major components. There is no glazing in the windows, which is consistent with the early production years of this series. A ruler placed alongside the object indicates a total length of approximately 14.5 centimeters, confirming its scale as a Supertoys range item.

Manufacturer

Dinky Toys

Series/product line

Dinky Supertoys

Year of manufacture

1947.00

Item number

501

Material

Blech

Length

14.50 cm