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L.BROS LTD - Tin toy car - Tri-ang / Lines Bros - 1940-1950 - U.K.

L.BROS LTD - Tin toy car - Tri-ang / Lines Bros - 1940-1950 - U.K.

Tri-ang / Lines Bros – large metal toy tow truck – 43 cm – England Characterful red toy tow truck from Tri-ang, manufactured by Lines Bros in England. The model is made of pressed sheet metal and features a cabin with steering wheel, wide fenders and a crane superstructure with a hand winch. The triangular Tri-ang trademark is still partly visible on the rear platform. The wheel hubs bear the inscription “L. Bros Ltd.” and the tires are marked with “Made in England” and “Tri-ang.” An attractive collectible for enthusiasts of early metal toys, classic service vehicles and toy cranes. Features: * Brand: Tri-ang / Lines Bros. * Model: tow truck, presumably from the Bedford series. * Length: approximately 43 cm. * Material: pressed sheet metal with rubber tires. * Color: red. * Origin: England. Condition: Played-with condition with clear paint loss, scratches, rusting and localized deformations. The rubber tires show drying out and cracks. The trademark on the rear platform is partially worn away. The lifting hook is missing. The crane superstructure and hand winch are present; full operation has not been determined. View all photos for a good impression of the condition and parts present. The photos are part of the description. – large metal toy tow truck – 43 cm – England Characterful red toy tow truck from Tri-ang, manufactured by Lines Bros in England. The model is made of pressed sheet metal and features a cabin with steering wheel, wide fenders and a crane superstructure with a hand winch. The triangular Tri-ang trademark is still partly visible on the rear platform. The wheel hubs bear the inscription “L. Bros Ltd.” and the tires are marked with “Made in England” and “Tri-ang.” An attractive collectible for enthusiasts of early metal toys, classic service vehicles and toy cranes. Features: * Brand: Tri-ang / Lines Bros. * Model: tow truck, presumably from the Bedford series. * Length: approximately 43 cm. * Material: pressed sheet metal with rubber tires. * Color: red. * Origin: England. Condition: Played-with condition with clear paint loss, scratches, rusting and localized deformations. The rubber tires show drying out and cracks. The trademark on the rear platform is partially worn away. The lifting hook is missing. The crane superstructure and hand winch are present; full operation has not been determined. View all photos for a good impression of the condition and parts present. The photos are part of the description.

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