{"title":"The 1940's","description":"During the war years many manufacturing plants were switched over to military production. The car industry was no different, but after the war it took time to change back to the supply of general purpose vehicles. The position was made harder because steel which was controlled by the government was prioritised to those companies concentrating on exports. This led to Britain ramping up of production and eventually supplying over half of the worlds output. 1948 saw the introduction of the Series I Land Rover.","products":[{"product_id":"junkers-ju87-t6-dp-6-stg2-immelmann-libya-1941-ac085","title":"Junkers Ju87 T6+DP 6 St.G2 Immelmann Libya 1941","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis very distinctive livery of the Schlange Sturzkampfflugzeug - Snake Stuka represents the Ju 87 deployed to North Africa and the Mediterranean from 1941. This aircraft was deployed to the T6+DP unit stationed at Tmimi on the Libyan coast where it provided ground support as well as attacking Allied shipping. Unexpectedly deployed to that desert landscape, , it was originally decorated in a hastily applied desert camouflage scheme over the darker European scheme, resulting in a sandy beige and mid\/dark green finish with blue underside, complete with T6 and DP lettering in black and yellow on the underwings. A small detail to note is the addition of the letter J under the port wing which represents the manufacturer's code. The snake decoration runs the length of the aircraft with its open jaws and fangs finishing just behind the nose cone. Doubtless it would have proved a daunting sight, highly visible in white and an ochre yellow. On the model front, it adds a very unique dimension to your Oxford WWII enemy airfield.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 9cm x 9cm x 8.3cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 19cm x 15.3cm x 10.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:72 scale means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066601926811,"sku":"AC085","price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/AC085_d825851c-d319-43fb-b162-eb0c1faaa0d0.jpg?v=1633271062"},{"product_id":"land-rover-series-1-80-34th-light-aa-regiment-raf-firdan-canvas-76lan180008","title":"Land Rover Series 1 80\" Canvas 34th Light AA Reg, RAF Firdan - 1:76 scale 76LAN180008","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis version of the 1:43 scale Oxford Land Rover comes in a military livery as operated in desert conditions right up until the 1970s. The sand coloured body has a lighter sand 'canvas' back, which is also replicated for the wheel inserts and the interior. Special features on the model include a spare wheel behind the seats and the use of the Series 88\" radiator grille. Decoration includes the RAF roundel printed on the front mudguard with detailed military lettering and numbering to the front and rear of the vehicle. Registered 36 AA 21, the extensive silver masking components include door hinges, window bars and window surrounds, flanges, grilles, bumpers and lights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 1:76 scale model comes on a plinth with a clear case lid and Oxford Military wrap. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 4.3cm x 2.2cm x 2.5cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca title=\"All about scale\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca title=\"More 1:76 Scale Land Rovers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/collections\/1-76-scale-model-cars-vehicles-and-trains?pf_t_by_make_and_manufacturer=LAND+ROVER\u0026amp;pf_t_availability=In+Stock\"\u003eMor 1:76 Scale Land Rovers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066610577563,"sku":"76LAN180008","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/files\/76LAN180008_e_fdcbf3d5-b24b-4d37-9985-a7008a9f1ef9.jpg?v=1701443209"},{"product_id":"macchi-veltro-205-1-gorrini-1-squadriglia-1-gruppo-caccia-1944-ac091","title":"Macchi Veltro 205 1L.Gorrini - 1 Squadriglia - 1 Gruppo Caccia - 1944","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Italian World War II fighter aircraft, the Aermacchi Veltro C.205 was built by the Italian company Aeonautica Macchi which had been in the industry since before the First World War. The C.205 was one of three Series 5 Italian fighters built using the powerful Daimler-Benz DB605 engine. It came with a top speed of 400 mph, equipped with two 20.mm cannon as well as 12.7 Breda machine guns. It was a force to be reckoned with and despite its late entry into the conflict, only being produced between 1942 and 1944 and a mere 262 aircraft at that, it was highly successful , being both respected and feared by Allied pilots. Its pilots downed many Allied fighters, notably the American P-51D Mustang, Curtiss P-40, as well as Liberators, Blenheims and P-38 Lightnings. Even the noble Spitfire was part of their tallies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of these Italian fighter aces was Sergente Maggiore Luigi Gorrini who was born in 1917. His distinguished World War II flying career saw him fighting over Libya and Tunisia as well as in the defence of the Italian mainland. He shot his first Allied plane down over Libya in 1941. At the end of 1943, Gorrini joined the Italian national republican air force, (ANR) where he was assigned to 1 Squadriglia, 1 Gruppa Caccia, where he continued to fly C.205 fighters. At the end of January 1944, under the command of 'Ace' Capitano Adriano Visconti, the Gruppa was sent out to attack a formation of American bombers under P-47 escort. Gorrini's score included a B-24, P-47 and then a P-38. His last air battle was on 15\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e June 1944 when his plane was hit during a dogfight with four P-47 Thunderbolts. He baled out but was too close to the ground, subsequently waking up in hospital. He recovered but did not fly operationally again. Living until November 2014, he summed up his World War II record as 212 air combats, 24 solo air victories and 5 parachute bale-outs. Not only was he the highest ranking Italian fighter ace still alive at the time but was also the only surviving pilot to be awarded the Gold Medal of Military Valour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll this history is encapsulated in our 1:72 scale model of the Veltro C.205 which appears in the typical Italian World War II camouflage scheme of dark grey\/mid grey upper body and wings, pale blue\/grey mottled fuselage and pale blue grey under body. A white rear fuselage band is painted under the Italian flag with the 23 - 1 identity numbers in red and white on each side behind the cockpit. Finishing touches see the Italian flag on the vertical tail fin, the propeller spinner painted white and green and the underside of the engine cowl coloured bright yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 19.2cm x 19.2cm x 8.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 14.4cm x 12.3cm x 11.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:72 scale means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066617196699,"sku":"AC091","price":19.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/AC091.jpg?v=1633271042"},{"product_id":"me163b-komet-white-54-niemcy-1945-ac084","title":"Me163b Komet White 54 - 14JG 400 Niemcy 1945","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet was a German rocket-powered short-range fighter\/interceptor aircraft, designed by Alexander Lippisch, which took its first flight on 1\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e September 1941 and which was introduced for use by the Luftwaffe in 1944. Of revolutionary design it is the only rocket-powered fighter aircraft ever to have been operational and a German test pilot of the time achieved a speed of 700 mph, an unofficial airspeed record which was unrivalled for almost a decade. Its official top speed was 959 kmph with a range of 40 kms. Over 300 aircraft were built and although the concept should have lead to a highly successful combat plane against the Allies, it proved to be too little, too late and early teething troubles which made it volatile and unstable were not ironed out in time to change the course of the German defeat in the air. Upon take-off the rocket fuel enabled the Komet to climb to 30,000 feet in just a few seconds but its speed made it very difficult to aim and fire accurately at the enemy convoys of aircraft. Landing was even more dangerous as the Komet only had 9 minutes of fuel from take-off to combat and its return journey necessitated gliding powerlessly back to the airfield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJagdgeschwader 400 (JG 400) was the only frontline Luftwaffe fighter wing squadron to fly the ME 163 rocket fighter operationally and under the supervision of their notable Commander Wolfgang Spate, first flew the aircraft on 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e August 1944. Its limited successes were almost equalled by its losses. The squadron - and with it the operational life of the ME 163B - was disbanded in April 1945.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere we see 'White 54' in dark red brown and green camouflage scheme with white Luftwaffe markings and mottled grey fuselage to the upper body. The underside is painted in plain grey with black\/white Luftwaffe markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral Me 163Bs exist in museums around the world as many were brought out of Germany after the end of the war for evaluation though none flown out!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 19.3cm x 19cm x 8.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 12.8cm x 8.2cm x 10.7cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:72 scale means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066617950363,"sku":"AC084","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/AC084.jpg?v=1633271035"},{"product_id":"isle-of-man-no-10-g-h-wood-indian-red-1945-1967-or76iom001","title":"No 10 G H Wood Indian Red 1945-1967 - Static -1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis static diecast model is based on the Beyer, Peacock \u0026amp; Co locomotive which first appeared on the Isle of Man Railway in 1905 and was named after the then company secretary, George Henry Woods. This locomotive was one of two medium boilered locomotives that were introduced during that period. Although static and non-working this diecast model will no doubt be considered quite collectable by those who model the Isle of Man Railway.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 17.4cm x 6.5cm x 7.9cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 2.4cm x 2.6cm x 3.8cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD RAIL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066624471195,"sku":"OR76IOM001","price":28.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/OR76IOM001_70f613d5-cc29-45b2-9643-561116fe099e.jpg?v=1633271027"},{"product_id":"austin-tilly-11th-african-division-sudan-1941-caunter-scheme-76til003","title":"Oxford Diecast 11th African Div Sudan 1941 Caunter Scheme Austin Tilly","description":"\u003cp\u003eOxford Diecast 11th African Div Sudan 1941 Caunter Scheme Austin Tilly\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 5.2cm x 2.1cm x 2.4cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183200608411,"sku":"76TIL003","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76TIL003.jpg?v=1633271018"},{"product_id":"121-sqn-raf-holmsley-south-1944-hawker-typhoon-mk1-ac100","title":"Oxford Diecast 121 Wing RAF Holmsley South 1944 Hawker Typhoon Mk1","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur heroic World War II Hawker Typhoon MkIB makes its latest landing as flown from the RAF wartime base of Holmsley South in Hampshire, which was operational for both RAF and USAAF forces between 1942 and 1945, including RAF Coastal Command and Bomber Command and the Ninth Air Force. The Typhoon was a single-seat, fighter-bomber produced by Hawker Aircraft, first introduced in 1941. It was used primarily as a night-time intruder and long-range fighter and was equipped initially with bombs and four 20mm Hispano auto cannons. Later RP-3 rockets were added to its armoury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur 1:72 scale model is as flown by Wing Commander Charles Green, who was born in Southern Rhodesia, now Zimbabwe. He enlisted as a pilot in 1938 and was posted to RAF Coastal Command in 1940. In January 1944 he was promoted to the rank of Wing Commander of 121 Wing based at RAF Holmsley South flying Typhoons, complete with rocket firing capability, which he always thought superior to the Hurricane. So armed, in the summer of 1944, his Squadron waged a successful battle in the Falaise region of Northern France against the German Panzer Division. However on 26\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDecember that year on another mission, Charles Green had to bale out and was captured. He became a POW in Stalag Luft 1 but was returned to the UK in May 1945. He was awarded the DSO and Bar as well as the DFC for his wartime achievements and returned home to run a successful farm after the conflict. He died in Durban, South Africa in 2001 aged 88.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur model of his Typhoon is decorated in the two-tone grey and dark green camouflage scheme with the white bands to wings and fuselage, introduced on all Allied aircraft during and after the Normandy Landings. The RAF roundels appear on the upper wings, on the fuselage between the aircraft's lettering and again on the pale grey underwings. Its number NM666 is also printed in black on the fuselage, whilst further detailing sees the four cannons painted black on the wings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked: 19.3cm x 19.3cm x 8.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnpacked: 17.5cm x 13.7cm x 10.4cm (On Stand) ( L x W x H )\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1:72 scale means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca title=\"All about scale\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/collections\/oxford-aviation\" title=\"More Oxford Aviation 1:72 Scale\"\u003eMore Oxford Aviation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066630959259,"sku":"AC100","price":20.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/files\/AC100_e.jpg?v=1697612356"},{"product_id":"bedford-oy-15th-truck-scottish-infantry-76bd004","title":"Oxford Diecast 15th Scottish Infantry Bedford OY 3 Ton GS - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the mid 1930s, several types of Bedford civilian trucks were converted to military vehicles, many of which saw service during WWII. The Bedford OY was one of these. Our 1:76 model is as used by the 15th Scottish Infantry Division as a GS (General Service) transport vehicle and is decorated in the khaki green\/black and olive green camouflage colour scheme. This OY model features a 'canvas' tilt at the back. The chassis is khaki green and both the front grille and side grille slots are finished in matt black. Note too, the single rear wheel configuration. Military markings and lettering appear on the bonnet, side doors and across the rear of the model, including the finely detailed 15th Scottish Infantry badge printed in yellow and red on the tailgate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.8cm x 8.1cm x 6.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.3cm x 2cm x 3.9cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066634858651,"sku":"76BD004","price":14.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76BD004.jpg?v=1633271009"},{"product_id":"lincoln-continental-1941-paradise-green-87lc41005","title":"Oxford Diecast 1941 Lincoln Continental Paradise Green - 1:87 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eOxford Diecast 1941 Lincoln Continental Paradise Green - 1:87 Scale\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 6.3cm x 2.2cm x 1.9cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:87 scale means that this is 87 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183199854747,"sku":"87LC41005","price":10.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/87LC41005.jpg?v=1633271008"},{"product_id":"bedford-cmp-truck-laa-tractor-1st-canadian-army-uk-194476cmp004","title":"Oxford Diecast 1st Canadian Army _ UK 1944 CMP LAA Tractor - 1:76 Scal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis CMP Canadian Military Pattern Light Anti Aircraft Tractor comes in muddy camouflage colours, the vehicle features a 'canvas' back in a slightly lighter camouflage scheme.  The front bumpers, front mudguards and fuel tanks echo the camouflage colour of grey brown and the chassis is also a muddy brown. The interior is moulded in dark grey.  The cab has the military numbering\/lettering printed in red, white and blue on the doors, along with the Canadian Maple Leaf, which also features on the roof of the cab in yellow out of red\/black. The same identification marks appear across the rear of the vehicle, which also features the transmission cover printed in the authentic white of the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 6.8cm x 2.9cm x 3.5cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066730508443,"sku":"76CMP004","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76CMP004.jpg?v=1633270959"},{"product_id":"land-rover-2-piece-set-first-overland-76set64","title":"Oxford Diecast 2 Piece Set First Overland","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe universities of Oxford and Cambridge came together for this expedition and we have recreated this elaborately decorated 2-piece set, comprising two Land Rover 88 inches Hard Top models\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oxford and Cambridge Far Eastern Expedition was organised by Land Rover as part of their publicity campaign promoting the launch of their new Land Rover Series 1 Station Wagon in 1956. Five of the six participating Oxbridge students had just finished their degrees, each charged with a specific role on the expedition. They set off from London on 1\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e September 1955 and flew to France where they continued their expedition in the two Land Rovers - one pale blue (Cambridge) and the second dark blue (Oxford). They arrived in Singapore on 6\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e March 1956, the journey having taken six months and six days over 18,000 miles. A book on their exploits - First Overland from London to Singapore - was written in 1957 following the expedition by Tim Slessor, one of the Cambridge participants. Upon their return, the two Land Rovers which had been officially named 'Oxford' and 'Cambridge', went their separate ways. Cambridge was sold to the Land Rover Factory in Solihull but was sadly lost on a later expedition when it ran off the road in the Middle East. However, Oxford still survives under the ownership of Adam Bennett who restored it to its original livery, even down to the registration plate. It passed its MOT first time around and continues as an active roadworthy motor!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fantastic story is marked by these two 1:76 scale models which feature so much detail of the expedition. The names of the places en route are printed on the sides; the sponsors are also colourfully displayed from Brooke Bond Tea to Dunlop tyres and even Mobil's Pegasus logo features on the doors! On the Cambridge model, you will notice Whisky and Soda printed in red on the front wings whilst on the Oxford version, the chosen tipple is Gin and Tonic! Cambridge was registered SNX 761 and Oxford SNX 891. Additional components on our models include fuel cans and canister holders, a roof rack with 'canvas' cover, a winch on the front bumper and a spotlight on the front of the roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe team's adventures along the way are well worth a read - must get the book!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked: 15.5cm x 9.2cm x 4.9cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 4.7cm x 2cm x 3.4cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066732245147,"sku":"76SET64","price":19.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76SET64.jpg?v=1633270958"},{"product_id":"bedford-mwd-21st-army-nw-europe-76mwd004","title":"Oxford Diecast 21st Army NW Europe Bedford MWD - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bedford MWD, first launched in 1937 by Bedford Vehicles in the UK, was a 15 cwt general service truck used extensively by the British Army during WWII. It was based on th commercial 2-ton truck but to cope with the potentially uneven military terrain, its chassis was modified to give it extra ground clearance. Built to take a crew of one originally, it was built was a canvas roof and doors and a collapsible windscreen. Later versions had enclosed cab, metal doors and an improve windscreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bedford MWD was also widely used in transporting troops, particularly in the armoured brigades. This fourth model in the series comes in Olive Drab with slightly lighter Olive Drab 'canvas' back and an earth coloured interior with black steering wheel. The detailed military lettering and numbering features on all sides of the vehicle, including the artwork in white on the cab roof to identify it from the air.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 6.1cm x 2.8cm x 3cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066735390875,"sku":"76MWD004","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76MWD004.jpg?v=1633270956"},{"product_id":"23-squadron-raf-1943-dh-mosquito-ac102","title":"Oxford Diecast 23 Squadron RAF 1943 DH Mosquito","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe latest World War II aircraft to land on your Oxford airfield is that of the valiant little De Havilland Mosquito, making another appearance this time as a Night Fighter (NF). Originally conceived as an unarmed fast bomber, the Mosquito was a British twin-engined shoulder winged multi-role combat aircraft which took its first flight in November 1940. By 1941 it was the fastest operational aircraft in the world. The effectiveness of the Mosquito saw its use extended as a high altitude night bomber, as modelled here, where you will notice the authentic lack of gun turrets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt the beginning of World War II, 23 Squadron RAF was equipped with Blenheims as a night fighter squadron before they moved to the highly effective DH Mosquito in July 1942. By 1943 the Squadron and its Mosquito aircraft were based in Luqa in Malta from where they were able to attack enemy airfields and railway targets throughout Sicily, Italy and Tunisia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur 1:72 scale model is decorated in a matt black body colour scheme with dark red markings. Note 23 Squadron's YP Squadron code which was used between September 1939 and May 1945, printed on each side of the fuselage with the RAF roundel in between. The roundels also appear on the upper wings, together with an interesting rectangular notice on each side of the cockpit canopy indicating No Step! Heaps of history here for aviation enthusiasts concentrating on World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a 1:72 scae model in flight mode with a plinth and stand. It comes in an Oxford Aviation box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked: 23.8cm x 23.8cm x 9.4cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 22.9cm x 17.4cm x 13.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1:72 scale means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore 1:72\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more 1:72 Oxford Aviation Models follow \u003ca title=\"Oxford Aviation Models\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/collections\/oxford-aviation?pf_t_availability=In+Stock\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 1:72 including The history of Flight follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/collections\/1-72?pf_t_availability=In+Stock\" title=\"Oxford 1:72 Scale Models\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066737815707,"sku":"AC102","price":21.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/files\/AC102Enhanced2.jpg?v=1687423993"},{"product_id":"sets-5-piece-land-rover-series-1-76set15","title":"Oxford Diecast 5 Piece Land Rover Collection - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003e5 piece set of Land Rovers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066834710683,"sku":"76SET15","price":36.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76SET15_900c261b-268e-4ef0-ad59-57785b247804.jpg?v=1633270896"},{"product_id":"austin-tilly-51st-highland-division-76til002","title":"Oxford Diecast 51st Highland Division Austin Tilly - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tilly was the name given to a number of British vehicles produced during WWII based on civilian car designs, adapted for use by each of the armed forces across all areas during the conflict. The key vehicles used were the Austin, Hillman, Morris and Standard. The Austin Tilly is the subject of the latest piece of new tooling in the Oxford Military range. Tilly was the nickname derived from the term Utility and these hybrid vehicles proved especially versatile, fitted with a simple rear loading area. Very few remain today but they can be seen in military museums at home and abroad, including the Yorkshire Air Museum, the Muckleburgh Collection and overseas in the Ta Kali Museum in Malta, the French Regional Air Museum at Angers-Marce and the Czech Republic tank museum just outside Prague. The Tilly register logs all 'finds' with members across Europe and Austrailia. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe Austin Tilly of the 51st Highland Division is only the second Oxford release on the new tool and comes in realistically applied dark green and dark earth camouflage, with 'canvas' back and brown chassis and wheels. Authentic military numbering and lettering feature on the front and rear ends of the vehicle. An interesting addition is the spare wheel on the cab roof with a spade, intricately reproduced with a brown handle and silvered spade head.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 5.3cm x 2.2cm x 2.5cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066872066203,"sku":"76TIL002","price":7.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76TIL002.jpg?v=1633270862"},{"product_id":"scammell-pioneer-recovery-tractor-6th-armoured-division-italy-76sp006","title":"Oxford Diecast 6th Armoured Division - Italy Scammell Pioneer Recovery","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Scammell Pioneer saw extensive use during WWII especially as a recovery vehicle and our version comes in a desert camouflage military livery, as deployed in the Mediterranean, particularly in the Italian campaign, where it was used by the 6th Armoured Division, whose 'mailed fist' crest is depicted in black and white on the front and rear mudguards of our model.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eMilitary markings add a spot of colour in blue, red, white and yellow around the body and the RAF roundel appears on the roof of the cab. The winch and towbar on the recovery section of the tractor are also finished in the same sandy colour as the body, as are the wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.7cm x 8.2cm x 8.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.8cm x 3.6cm x 4.3cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066885533851,"sku":"76SP006","price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76SP006.jpg?v=1633270859"},{"product_id":"87-squadronn-ian-gleed-colerne-1941-hawker-hurricane-mk1-ac105","title":"Oxford Diecast 87 Sqn  S\/l Ian Gleed Colerne 1941 Hawker Hurricane","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA diminutive World War II fighter ace, a small but strategically placed RAF base in the quiet Wiltshire countryside and the valiant Hurricane MkI nightfighter are the background to this latest Oxford introduction on the Hawker Hurricane as it was deployed in 1941.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIan Gleed, nicknamed Widge by his friends because of his small stature (5' 6 inches) and his favourite adjective 'Wizard', was born in 1916 in Finchley and educated at Epsom College. He learned to fly as a civilian and then joined the RAF where after officer training he was posted to 266 Squadron as a flight commander, flying Spitfires. Then in May 1940, he was posted to 87 Squadron, a Hurricane Squadron serving in France where, after a record number of enemy kills, he earned the reputation as being the fastest RAF pilot to make ace - in only two days. 87 Squadron was evacuated back to Britain in May 1940 to a Fighter Command air base in the West Country. From there the squadron took part in the Battle of Britain, flying Hurricane Mk I nightfighters to defend Bristol and Exeter. Gleed's success earned him promotion to squadron leader, taking command of RAF Charmy Down just north of Bath. His squadron spent a few months in 1941 at RAF Colerne, which was a satellite airfield for RAF Middle Wallop with squadrons flying back and forth on a daily basis. Due to the blackout, all attacks had to be made with the aid of searchlights into the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is in this brief 1941 period in Ian Gleed's career that our nightfighter Hurricane Mk I played such an important role defending strategic UK targets against the enemy. It is decorated in the black, dark green and dark earth nightfighter camouflage scheme with its LKA markings and RAF roundel on the fuselage and upper wings and vertical red, white and blue stripes on the tailfin. The cockpit is moulded in a muted green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShortly afterwards, Ian Gleed was promoted to Wing Commander centred at RAF Middle Wallop and organised fighter sweeps across the Channel and conducted bomber escorts. Still not satisfied, he obtained a posting to Tunisia and the North African Campaign. It was over Tunisia on 16\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e April 1943 that he was shot down and killed aged just 26, by a German flying ace. His final 'score' was thirteen enemy aircraft destroyed, seven probable, four damaged, one destroyed on the ground and one damaged on the ground. His battles included the Western Front, the Battle of France, the Battle of Britain and the North African Campaign and the Tunisian Campaign, during which he was awarded the DSO, DFC, Croix De Guerre (France) and the Croix De Guerre (Belgium). He was buried at Enfidaville, Tunisia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePacked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnpacked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1:72 scale which means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor a much detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/oxford-diecast.myshopify.com\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/oxford-diecast.myshopify.com\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethis link.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066893168795,"sku":"AC105","price":19.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/AC105.jpg?v=1633270855"},{"product_id":"austin-tilly-9th-survey-regiment-ra-76til001","title":"Oxford Diecast 9th Survey Regiment RA Austin Tilly - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tilly was the name given to a number of British vehicles produced during WWII based on civilian car designs, adapted for use by each of the armed forces across all areas during the conflict.  The key vehicles used were the Austin, Hillman, Morris and Standard.  The Austin Tilly is the subject of the latest piece of new tooling in the Oxford Military range.  Tilly was the nickname derived from the term Utility and these hybrid vehicles proved especially versatile, fitted with a simple rear loading area. Very few remain today but they can be seen in military museums at home and abroad, including the Yorkshire Air Museum, the Muckleburgh Collection and overseas in the Ta Kali Museum in Malta, the French Regional Air Museum at Angers-Marce and the Czech Republic tank museum just outside Prague. The Tilly Register logs all 'finds', with members cross Europe and Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oxford model appears in a drab green\/black camouflage scheme with a 'canvas' back and distinctive wartime markings on the front, back and sides.  The spare wheel and a spade are housed on the roof of the driver's cab and extensive masking operations have picked out details on the wheel hubs, headlights and headlight lenses, door handles, petrol cap, radiator slits and even the shaft of the spade. The Oxford miniature will be of special interest to WWII military enthusiasts, as well as being an unusual addition to a vehicle collection of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 5.2cm x 2.2cm x 2.5cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183182946459,"sku":"76TIL001","price":7.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76TIL001_57afc746-820c-4fb9-b3d5-29e0b03351e3.jpg?v=1633270853"},{"product_id":"thornycroft-a-e-c-genaral-b001","title":"Oxford Diecast A E C Genaral - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for an AEC \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethornycroft model vehicle you have come to the right place. \u003c\/span\u003eThe AEC 34 seater bus was a revolution when launched in 1909 when approximately 60 were manufactured. It was built at Walthamstow.Known as the X type it used a four cylinder 28 hp petrol engine. With the increase in production the model was modified several times and in 1916 the government assumed control of production for the duration of World War 1.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066902933659,"sku":"B001","price":4.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/B001.jpg?v=1632081622"},{"product_id":"de-havilland-dragon-rapide-aa-gahkv-72dr004","title":"Oxford Diecast AA Dragon Rapide GAHKV 1:72 Model Aircraft","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe De Havilland Dragon Rapide was a highly successful passenger bi-plane originally introduced in the mid 1930s. This unusual version of the Rapide was used by the Automobile Association in the late 1950s and is decorated in their signature yellow and\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/46ytc7S39BQ\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 23.2cm x 23.2cm x 8.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 22cm x 14.7cm x 19cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:72 scale means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066950840475,"sku":"72DR004","price":33.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/72DR004_c69bed4a-002f-4856-86c5-3ddfc6d216ac.jpg?v=1633270848"},{"product_id":"land-rover-series-1-80-aa-lan180003","title":"Oxford Diecast AA Land Rover 80 inch - 1:43 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you've worked for the AA and collect diecast vehicles, you might like our Oxford Diecast AA Land Rover 80 inch. As you may already know, the AA was formed in 1905 and had patrols across the country by 1910. At first, cycle scouts were employed at weekends to warn members of police traps ahead, but this soon changed as they began helping stranded motorists. The introduction of two-way radios transformed the organisation as they could be contacted centrally to attend a member's vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore about the AA Land Rover 80 inch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first Land Rover prototype was built in the summer of 1947, and all the early prototypes had a tractor-like centrally-mounted steering wheel. This was done to save money building separate left- and right-hand drive models for export. However, by the time the production Land Rover appeared in 1948, the centre-steer idea had been scrapped. The Land Rover range was improved and expanded over the years to meet customers (both civilian and military) demands, and to exploit gaps in the market. Get your \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOxford Diecast AA Land Rover 80 inch\u003c\/span\u003e today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.7cm x 8.1cm x 6.3cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 7.8cm x 3.6cm x 3.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1:43 scale means that this is 43 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183181275291,"sku":"LAN180003","price":19.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/lan180003_34ad9479-d117-4c21-a44b-2abb54592917.jpg?v=1633270844"},{"product_id":"land-rover-series-1-88-closed-aa-lan188019","title":"Oxford Diecast AA Land Rover 88 Closed - 1:43 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AA was formed in 1905 famously meeting in the Trocadero Restaurant in London.  Memberhip of the organisation grew rapidly and five years later they had patrols across the country. Intially the cycle scouts were employed at weekends to advise members of police traps ahead, but this soon changed as they began helping stranded motorists. In the late 1940's the introduction of two-way radio transformed the organisation as they were able to be contacted centrally to attend a members vehicle.\u003cbr\u003e\nRegistered PYU 15 and featuring the original AA logo style, this model - in the signature AA yellow and black colour scheme - carries a lot of decorative refinements. Note particularly the authentic Land Rover Series 1 88\" grille with the marque finely picked out in silver and black. The chrome effect also extends to the window surrounds and window bars, rear flanges and lower door surround, whilst the interior detail echoes the AA golden yellow on the dashboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.8cm x 8cm x 8.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.3cm x 3.7cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:43 scale means that this is 43 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36066959327387,"sku":"LAN188019","price":17.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/LAN188019.jpg?v=1633270842"},{"product_id":"bsa-motorcycle-sidecar-aa-76bsa001","title":"Oxford Diecast Motorcycle and Sidecar AA  - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AA was formed in 1905 famously meeting in the Trocadero Restaurant in London. Memberhip of the organisation grew rapidly and five years later they had patrols across the country. Intially the cycle scouts were employed at weekends to advise members of police traps ahead, but this soon changed as they began helping stranded motorists. In the late 1940's the introduction of two-way radio transformed the organisation as they were able to be contacted centrally to attend a members vehicle.\u003cbr\u003e This motorcycle and sidecar was widely seen as a popular form of transport from the 1930s right through to the 1950s. \u003cbr\u003e Used by commercial organisations as well as private bikers, the Automobile Association was a prime user, when the bike and sidecar were ridden by the AA patrolmen in their jodphur shaped trousers and high brown leather boots. AA members whose front radiators sported the AA badge, got a respectful salute from the patrolmen in those days too, as you drove by.\u003cbr\u003e The familiar AA Golden Yellow and Black livery is faithfully reproduced on this new model, registered HGV 228, including the AA insignia of the period. The bike at such a small size is highly detailed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 6.3cm x 3.7cm x 3.7cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 2.7cm x 2.2cm x 1.3cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183180980379,"sku":"76BSA001","price":8.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76BSA001.jpg?v=1633270836"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-2nd-batt-gordon-highlanders-76aec017","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador 2nd Batt Gordon Highlanders - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis AEC Matador was used towards the very end of WWII.  The cab is decorated in drab olive green and dark grey camouflage effect to the sides with a dark grey roof. The interior is moulded in olive green with a black steering wheel. The canvas back and bodywork are painted in drab olive green with brown camouflage markings and brown roof. The rope 'ties' between the canvas back and the body are cleverly printed in beige to achieve a realistic effect. Another spot of realism is achieved with the rear canopy windows which have been masked to show clear plastic moulding.  The rough terrain wheels have olive green inserts and the whole vehicle is mounted on an olive green chassis. Military lettering is printed in white with additional colour to the Battalion shield and vehicle numbering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.7cm x 8.1cm x 6.3cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.6cm x 3.1cm x 4.3cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183177638043,"sku":"76AEC017","price":16.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76AEC017.jpg?v=1633270782"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-2nd-battalion-gordon-highlanders-naec017","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador 2nd Battallion Gordon Highlanders","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a crossover from the 1:76 scale Oxford military series, appearing in exactly the same livery for 1:148 scale enthusiasts. Decorated in drab olive green and dark grey camouflage effect to the sides with a dark grey roof, the interior is also moulded in olive green with a black steering wheel. The canvas back and bodywork are painted in drab olive green with brown camouflage markings and brown roof. The rope 'ties' are cleverly printed in beige to achieve a realistic effect. Another spot of realism sees the rear canopy windows masked to show clear plastic moulding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 4.5cm x 1.6cm x 2.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:148 scale means that this is 148 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183177441435,"sku":"NAEC017","price":8.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/NAEC017_0f490b98-a47f-405a-b45e-88fdb0750547.jpg?v=1633270780"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-trailer-robert-brothers-76aec019","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador and Trailer Robert Brothers - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Robert Brothers Circus was one of the most famous of the age and here we see their vibrant yellow and red colour scheme decorating an ex WWII AEC Matador truck, which was a favourite postwar vehicle for a wide variety of civilian commercial  operators who made good use of its strength and durability. The trailer behind the Matador is a mobile ticket office and the Circus is obviously expecting good trade with four ticketing windows, each inviting spectators by advertising the ticket prices available at each booth.  Children could get in for as little as two shillings (10 Pence) whilst at the top end, adults could pay 10 shillings and 6 pence (just under 53 pence) to see the show. Registered BBV 103C from 1965, the Circus's promotional wording is printed in blue with a white shadow while the red wheels and yellow mudguards echo the main body colour. This is a fine addition to any Roberts Circus diorama from the 1960s and a trip down memory lane for the rest of us!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 25cm x 6.7cm x 9cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 20.3cm x 3.5cm x 4.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183176917147,"sku":"76AEC019","price":22.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76AEC019_0ce31c0f-3e8b-4322-add9-49a1002f415a.jpg?v=1633270778"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-artillery-triang-royal-navy-tractor-76aec010","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Artillery Tractor Royal Navy - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Matador was essentially an artillery tractor introduced by the Associated Equipment Company (AEC) during WWII. With a length of 20 ft 10 ins, width of 7ft 10 ins and a height of 9 ft 7 ins, the 4 x 4 Matador had an average speed of 30 mph. Shown here as used by the Royal Navy , with RN on the side of the truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.7cm x 8.1cm x 8.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.6cm x 3.1cm x 4.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183176720539,"sku":"76AEC010","price":16.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76AEC010.jpg?v=1633270777"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-festival-of-wales-2013-sp070","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Festival of Wales 2013 - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarking the Swansea Festival of Transport 2013 event, held annually in June, this year sees the Festival's 20th Anniversary. This delightful little model, advertising the Festival in an eye-catching two-tone green with black chassis and interior, also comes with the organiser's phone number where you can get all the information surrounding the weekend's activities.  Registered NTF 2013, reflecting this year's festivities, the model will prove a collectable souvenir for transport enthusiasts who make the trip to Wales's second city to enjoy a nostalgic experience amongst the vehicles of yesteryear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.7cm x 8.1cm x 8.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.7cm x 3.1cm x 4.3cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183176491163,"sku":"SP070","price":12.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/SP070_27309124-9671-4903-a0e9-7f7369051776.jpg?v=1632081558"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-london-brick-company-naec004","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Wrecker London Brick Company - 1:148 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur N-scale version of the AEC Matador in the livery of the London Brick Company is an exact replica of the 1:76 scale model which already features in the Oxford range. Registered ENM 905, our little wrecker was one of two purchased for use as breakdown vehicles but were also used as heavy haulage units when coupled to low loader trailer for moving plant. The bright red body with red tow hook and satin black masking on the canopy, mudguards and radiator grille also features realistic brown planking on the floor of the trailers. The white lettering boasts the company as being 'The Largest Brick Makers in the World' - which it probably was at that time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 4.5cm x 1.7cm x 2.9cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:148 scale means that this is 148 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183176425627,"sku":"NAEC004","price":8.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/NAEC004.jpg?v=1633270775"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-pickfords-naec002","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Wrecker Pickfords - 1:148 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AEC Matador Wrecker was widely used between 1940 and 1960, it is not surprising that Pickfords, world-renowned for their haulage activities, would have used this wrecker decorated in their signature blue and white livery with additional red wheels. Other details include the grey cab back and canopy, the Pickfords emblem in gold on the cab doors within white coachlines, whilst the registration plate and wheel hubs add contrasting colour in bright red. The rear of the vehicle also features realistic planking of the flatbed area, behind which is mounted the crane mechanism.\u003cbr\u003e\nPickfords is always a popular name in model form and this tough looking little truck will make a significant addition to the collection of any Pickfords enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 3.7cm x 1.7cm x 2.8cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:148 scale means that this is 148 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183176360091,"sku":"NAEC002","price":8.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/NAEC002_fc2a6179-37a0-445b-89b2-43bb6b9b49e5.jpg?v=1633270773"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-royal-artillery-france-naec008","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Royal Artillery France - 1:148 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou have already been treated to this version of the AEC Matador in the same livery in 1:76 scale.  Now for small scale modellers, this WWII vehicle carries all the same detail of its counterpart, being a replica of the vehicle operated by the British and Commonwealth forces in France during WWII, where it was used mainly for towing medium sized guns.  The Matador was a typical AEC vehicle of the period, with flat fronted cab to accommodate the crew of one, a curved roof and a canvas backed rear load area.   It was a 4 x 4 vehicle with an AEC 7.6 litre engine and a speed of around 30 mph.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eOur model, as used by the British Army Royal Artillery, is decorated in drab olive with a grey canvas back and features the name 'Gazala' above the split windscreen.  The Battle of Gazala, named after a small town about 40 miles from Tobruk in Libya, was an important WWII battle in the Western Desert Campaign, which took place in the middle of 1942.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter WWII, the Matador continued in a useful role as a recovery truck and general-purpose contractor vehicle. As a 4 x 4, its versatility saw it also used for off-road jobs and even saw service as a showmans vehicle.  Some variants are already in our 1:76 scale ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 4.4cm x 1.6cm x 2.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:148 scale means that this is 148 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183176261787,"sku":"NAEC008","price":8.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/NAEC008.jpg?v=1633270772"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-royal-artillery-malta-naec009","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Royal Artillery Malta - 1:148 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis N scale vehicle comes in a two-tone desert colour scheme as used by the Allied forces in Malta during WWII. The Royal Artillery Malta was a transport wing of the British Army used to help the British and US forces stationed on the island.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 4.5cm x 1.6cm x 2.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:148 scale means that this is 148 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183175704731,"sku":"NAEC009","price":8.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/NAEC009.jpg?v=1633270770"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-royal-navy-naec010","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Royal Navy - 1:148 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AEC Matador in Royal Navy livery has already appeared as part of the Oxford Military 1:76 scale series and for 1:148 scale enthusiasts, we are pleased to add an exact replica, completed to the same level of detail. In two-tone dark blue, the simple RN logo is printed in white on the sides of the 'canvas' tilt and the military registration plate is the same - 75 RN 23. It is a great little model to add to your growing N scale military line-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 4.5cm x 1.6cm x 2.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:148 scale means that this is 148 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183175671963,"sku":"NAEC010","price":8.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/files\/NAEC010.jpg?v=1713268732"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-british0army-scc2-brown-wrecker-76aec018","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Wrecker British Army SCC2 Brown - 1:76 Scal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis AEC Matador Wrecker has a rear flatbed 'planked out'  with a crane and tow hook to the rear.  Military lettering L4359782 is printed on each of the cab doors and across the rear lower offside. The cab interior and steering wheel are black, as is the radiator grille.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.7cm x 8.1cm x 8.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.4cm x 3.1cm x 5.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183175573659,"sku":"76AEC018","price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76AEC018.jpg?v=1633270765"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-harris-old-time-fairgroun-wrecker-76aec005","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Wrecker Harris Old Time Fairground - 1:76 S","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Harris Bros Fun Fair was founded by John Harris in the 1860s, when all power was horsepower! Assisted by his five sons, the Harris's were also the first Showmen in their native Sussex to operate steam roundabouts, which were launched on the Brighton Racecourse. Upon John's death in 1901, one of his sons left the family and moved to Ashington, setting up the first set of gallopers. Over 100 years on, a fifth and sixth generation of the family are still heavily involved on the fairground scene.\u003cbr\u003e\nVehicles throughout the Harris's Fairground history include everything from Burrells, Fowlers, Garretts and Fodens to their present day transport of Scammells and Matadors. This version of the AEC Matador was used between  the 1940's and 1960's.This model carries the registration JSU 726.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.7cm x 8.1cm x 8.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.1cm x 3.1cm x 5.5cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36067106455707,"sku":"76AEC005","price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76AEC005.jpg?v=1633270764"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-pickfords-wrecker-76aec002","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Wrecker Pickfords - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eAEC Matador Wrecker as used widely between 1940 and 1960. Pickfords, world-renowned for their haulage activities were a familiar sight with their signature blue and white livery, with additional red detail throughout this period and beyond. Notable details include the grey cab back and canopy, the Pickfords emblem in gold on the cab doors within white coachlines, whilst the registration plate and wheel hub add contrasting colour in bright red. The rear of the vehicle also features realistic 'planking' of the flatbed area, behind which is mounted the crane mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.8cm x 8.1cm x 8.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.2cm x 3.2cm x 5.5cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36067109535899,"sku":"76AEC002","price":13.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76AEC002.jpg?v=1633270762"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-wrecker-southdown-naec014","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Matador Wrecker Southdown","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AEC Matador Wrecker, used extensively as a WWII workhorse, found its way into the ownership of many commercial operators in civilian life. Southdown may have used the vehicle for 'rescuing' broken down buses and coaches from their extensive fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model has also proved a popular addition to Oxford's 1:76 scale series and is decorated here in 1:148 scale in exactly the same characteristic green and cream of this popular south coast company. The truck is registered JNG 641 and also features the red and white trade plate 340 PX and 'towing' plate. The flatbed planking is painted brown, housing the crane and towing hook, all ready for action.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 4.5cm x 1.7cm x 2.9cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:148 scale means that this is 148 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36067112091803,"sku":"NAEC014","price":8.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/NAEC014.jpg?v=1633270760"},{"product_id":"regent-aec-regent-burwell-and-district-sp015","title":"Oxford Diecast AEC Regent - Burwell \u0026 District - 1:76 Scale","description":"Oxford Diecast AEC Regent - Burwell \u0026amp; District - 1:76 Scale","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36067122577563,"sku":"SP015","price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/SP015_211a782c-c086-40dc-8aef-30aa4c69015f.jpg?v=1632081545"},{"product_id":"austin-atv-afs-76atv002","title":"Oxford Diecast AFS Austin ATV - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Auxiliary Fire Service used the Austin ATV (Auxiliary Towing Vehicle) from the 1940s until as late as the 1970s. This version, registered GGX 205, was decorated in Bronze Green, with red lettering. Additional details include the authentic and very rudimentary 'canvas' curtain across the back a ladder on the roof in brown with added white tips at each end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 6.7cm x 2.6cm x 3.8cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183173968027,"sku":"76ATV002","price":12.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76ATV002.jpg?v=1633270738"},{"product_id":"bedford-heavy-unit-wlg-afs-76bhf003","title":"Oxford Diecast AFS Bedford Heavy Unit - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eUsed by the Auxiliary Fire Service, this Bedford is decorated in deep bronze green with black chassis, the model graphics are printed in bright red on the sides and on the cab doors. The interior reflects the body colour and the vehicle has an authentic registration plate FLE 286. Added features include roof ladders, on-board generator, bell and replica hoses, rounded off with the usual high level of chrome finish.The Bedford WLG was the long wheel base version of the Bedford WT, which had been introduced in 1933. In 1937, the Government of the day invited tenders for a large number of fire pumps of differing sizes to supplement the existing brigade in case of war. Initially three chassis were utilised, namely Fordson, Bedford and Morris, later joined by Austin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.7cm x 8.1cm x 6.3cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.1cm x 2.7cm x 3.5cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183173902491,"sku":"76BHF003","price":12.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76BHF003.jpg?v=1633270737"},{"product_id":"austin-low-loader-taxi-afs-76at003","title":"Oxford Diecast AFS LCC Austin Taxi - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eAustin has been synonymous with taxis since the end of the 1920's, when dealers Mann and Overton sponsored a new Austin cab for London. This LL or Low Loader first appeared in 1934 and became an instant success, due mainly to a very attractive price, as well as being very reliable.  With a serious shortage of suitable towing vehicles at the outbreak of the war in 1939, arrangements were made to convert 2,000 taxi cabs. The Austin Low Loader was ideal for this purpose being robust with a tight turning circle able to carry crew and equipment. It could also carry hoses. Even during these times many still had their \"For Hire\" meters in place, even whilst carrying the AFS markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 5.5cm x 2.2cm x 2.8cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183173804187,"sku":"76AT003","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76AT003.jpg?v=1633270735"},{"product_id":"austin-low-loader-taxi-afs-at003","title":"Oxford Diecast AFS Low Loader Taxi - 1:43 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eRegistered DGO 183 and featuring the detailed Austin badge on the radiator grille, the grey bodywork with black chassis is highly unusual and comes with a ladder on the roof.  Note particularly the white mudguard edges and bumpers. Silver masking has been applied to door handles, petrol cap, radiator grille and sidelights. The rear hood is matt black and features a small porthole window, whilst the interior is finished in dark grey and black. The AT 131 LCC London Fire Brigade lettering and AFS crest appear on the sides of the model towards the rear, rounding off an interesting little emergency support vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.7cm x 8.1cm x 8.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 10.7cm x 4cm x 5.8cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:43 scale means that this is 43 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183173574811,"sku":"AT003","price":23.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/AT003.jpg?v=1633270733"},{"product_id":"airacobra-p39-ac033","title":"Oxford Diecast Airacobra P39 1:72 Scale Model Aircraft","description":"\u003cp\u003eDecorated in the dark green drab and sand camouflage colours with grey underbelly with black US Army lettering, this aircraft represents the Bell P400 (P-39) Airacobra of the USAAF, as flown by Lt. Zed Fountain of 67th Fighter Squadron at Tontoura, New\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 19.2cm x 18.9cm x 8.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 12.9cm x 14.5cm x 10.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:72 scale means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36067159146651,"sku":"AC033","price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/AC033_ae5668b6-ea63-4feb-96f2-11355c03a0c5.jpg?v=1633270716"},{"product_id":"airacobra-p39-pokryshkin-16-gfr-1943-ac055","title":"Oxford Diecast Airacobra Pokryshkin 1943 1:72 Scale Model Aircraft","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bell P-39 Airacobra was manufactured by the United States between 1940 and 1944 and proved to be one of the most successful fixed wing plane produced by Bell Aircraft. It was the principal American fighter aircraft in services when the US entered\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 19.3cm x 19.3cm x 8.2cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 14.4cm x 12.7cm x 10.4cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:72 scale means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183172362395,"sku":"AC055","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/AC055_c4718b03-dad0-4f09-8b33-ce8ff6180119.jpg?v=1633270714"},{"product_id":"airspeed-oxford-ph185-778-sqn-fleet-air-arm-72ao002","title":"Oxford Diecast Airspeed Oxford 778 Fleet Air Arm 1:72 Model Aircraft","description":"\u003cp\u003eAirspeed Ltd developed this aircraft, known affectionately as the 'Ox Box' in the late 1930s in response to an Air Ministry specification for an advanced training aircraft for potential WWII pilots. Hence the interior had dual controls and space for a crew of three. 778 Squadron was a branch of the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm which, during the early 1940s, was a service trials unit that tested all kinds of aircraft that could be used by the Royal Navy. Airspeed Ltd produced just over 8500 of this aircraft and many were still in use well into the 1950s in a variety of roles. Here we see it as used by the Fleet Air Arm in a striking dark blue livery with green cockpit interior. The RAF roundel appears on the upper and lower wings as well as on both sides of the fuselage, alongside its PH185 numbering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 23.3cm x 23.3cm x 8.4cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 22.5cm x 14.8cm x 11.5cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:72 scale means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183172296859,"sku":"72AO002","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/72AO002.jpg?v=1633270711"},{"product_id":"airspeed-oxford-v3388-g-ahtw-duxford-72ao003","title":"Oxford Diecast Airspeed Oxford Duxford 1:72 Model Aircraft","description":"\u003cp\u003eAirspeed Oxford, nicknamed the 'Ox Box' can bee seen above your head when visiting Hangar 1 at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, where it has been since 2014. The plane was originally developed by Airspeed Ltd to an Air Ministry requirement for a training aircraft. It first took to the skies in 1937 and was used to train amongst others, the crews who were to become the pilot aces of Bomber Command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecorated in a dark brown and green camouflage scheme to the upper side, the underside is bright yellow featuring the V3388 numbering in black along the lower wings and fuselage. The RAF roundel also appears on upper and lower surfaces and the cockpit is green.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 23.3cm x 23.3cm x 8.4cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 22.3cm x 14.9cm x 11.7cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:72 scale means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36067170222235,"sku":"72AO003","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/72AO003.jpg?v=1633270710"},{"product_id":"air-speed-oxford-mp425-gaitb-raf-museum-hendon-72ao001","title":"Oxford Diecast Airspeed Oxford RAF Museum Hendon 1:72 Model Aircraft","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Airspeed AS.10 Oxford, affectionately known by her crews as the 'Ox Box' was developed by Airspeed Ltd to meet an Air Ministry need for an advanced training aircraft to train crews whose role was to fly bomber aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePacked: 23.3cm x 23.3cm x 8.4cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnpacked: 22.3cm x 14.9cm x11.7cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1:72 scale which means that this is 72 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor a much detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/oxford-diecast.myshopify.com\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/oxford-diecast.myshopify.com\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethis link.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183172034715,"sku":"72AO001","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/72AO001.jpg?v=1633270708"},{"product_id":"morris-eight-open-alamo-beige-76me005","title":"Oxford Diecast Alamo Beige Morris Eight E - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Morris Eight was a small car inspired by the sales popularity of the Ford Model Y. The success of the car enabled Morris to regain its position as Britain's largest motor manufacturer. The Series I ran from 1935-1937, the Series II was slightly restyled and in late 1938 the Series E appeared on which our model is based. This continued in production during the war for the military, essential civilian use and export. Post war general production restarted in 1945 but there were no more tourers made in the UK. In Australia, however, a flourishing body building industry continued to provide tourer versions on imported chassis\/mechanicals. The engine went on to be used, with very minor changes, in the Series MM from 1948-1953, they were also adapted as auxiliary power units in Centurion, Conqueror and Chieftain tanks. Morris also used this engine as the basis of special Marine and Stationary power plants.There was a van version of the Series E rated at 5 cwt capacity called the Z Series. It was first produced in 1940 and outlived the saloon, ceasing production in about 1953 when the engine was phased out. Over 120,000 of the Series E version were produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 4.5cm x 1.8cm x 1.9cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183171969179,"sku":"76ME005","price":7.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76ME005.jpg?v=1633270706"},{"product_id":"alvis-speed-twenty-royal-blue-76alv005","title":"Oxford Diecast Alvis Speed Twenty Royal Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 1930s Alvis Speed 20 British touring car appears in a rich blue with grey seats and tonneau cover, registered BNO 35. The wheel centres and rims echo the main body colour, with other external trim finished in silver. A final flourish sees the famous inverted triangle Alvis badge in dark red and silver on the front of the bonnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade between 1931 and 1936 in Coventry by the Alvis Car and Engineering Company, the Speed Twenty was available as a 4-door sports saloon, 4-seater drop head coupé or a sports 4-seater. Surprisingly, across all these variants, only 1165 were produced in total. Our model is based on the four door sports saloon and pretty stylish it looks too!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 5.9cm x 2.3cm x 1.9cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36067222945947,"sku":"76ALV005","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76ALV005.jpg?v=1633270690"},{"product_id":"aec-matador-american-circus-generator-76aec007","title":"Oxford Diecast American Circus AEC Matador Generator - 1:76 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe American Circus was originally founded by Billy Mack in the 1940s.  Billy was one of the most colourful characters in the business until his death in 1967.  However, his family carried on the circus under the Hoffman's American Circus name for many years and the troupe used a number of demobbed ex-WD AEC Matadors with a variety of bodies.  The circus eventually changed its name again and is now known as Uncle Sam's American Circus, famous for its superb fleet of American trucks.  This Matador is registered VTL 636K and is highly visible in gleaming white with the circus name decorated with the US Stars and Stripes along the sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions and Weights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked: 13.7cm x 8.1cm x 8.1cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnpacked: 8.1cm x 3.1cm x 4.9cm ( L x W x H )\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eExcludes shipping carton\u003ch6\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScale\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/blogs\/news-1\/a-question-of-scale\" title=\"All about scale\"\u003ethis link\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OXFORD DIECAST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41183169740955,"sku":"76AEC007","price":16.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0488\/9369\/0011\/products\/76AEC007.jpg?v=1633270680"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.oxforddiecast.co.uk\/collections\/era-1940\/2020.oembed","provider":"Oxford Diecast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}