Vehicle
Matchbox
Category
Toys
Date
1973 - 1977
Materials
Metal and plastic
Measurements
35 mm (height) 35 mm (width); 70 mm (length)
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Sudbury Hall Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire
NT 671224.1.8.2
Summary
One of two die-cast toy models of ‘Matchbox Superfast' No.21; "ROD ROLLER". The model is painted yellow, with a blue, red and gold 'flame' sticker on the top. It has black painted wheels and a black plastic base. The steering wheel is connected to the front wheel allowing it to turn when the steering wheel is turned.
Provenance
Collected and played with by donors’ late son, Marcus, and donated to the Museum of Childhood by Mr and Mrs John Parry in December 2010.
Marks and inscriptions
On the base: 'MATCHBOX / Superfast / No. 21 ROD ROLLDER' Underneath the front wheel: 'M.B. 21' On the back of the steering bars: '2 MB 21' On the base: '© 1973 / LESNEY / PROD * C0. LTD' On the base: 'MADE IN / ENGLAND'
Makers and roles
Matchbox , brand name Lesney Products Co Ltd, manufacturer