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Scale model of a trailer, the 2-Achs-Anhänger , made by  Siku . This example is reference 1077, included in the "Siku Super" series. It is made in China, introduced in 2007. Green plastic tipper body, with printed details. Metal chassis painted dark red. Detailed gray plastic rims, rubber tires with molded details. No suspension. The tipper body tilts to the left and the side panel (or flap) opens to allow for unloading. Pivoting front axle, incorporating a coupling device. Rear towing device. The nominal scale seems to be around 1:68 and the overall length is approximately 2.9/4.1 in. About 1.7 oz. This model represents an agricultural  trailer  with a tipper body for side or rear discharge. I don't know if it's a model inspired by the range of trailers manufactured by  Fortuna Fahrzeugbau , or if it reproduces one of those vehicles in particular, for example the K 160.  On a farm, trailers are essential. Sometimes adapted for multiple functions, other times r...

Scale model of a trailer, made by Poliguri. This example is reference (n/a), released as an accessory in the "Guri Kit" series. It is made in Portugal, possibly between the late 1980s and the mid-1990s. Metal cargo bed painted in green, tarp in white plastic. Plastic wheels ( R16 ) with printed details in white suggesting the rims, white line printed on the tire wall cut twice by the word "Guri". No suspension. "D-110" license plate. Removable tarp. Based on the triangle reflectors, the nominal scale seems to be 1:50 and the overall length is approximately 2.3 in  ¹ . About 0.7 oz. As far as I know, this trailer is only released in the "Guri Kit" series as part of reference 700 O, combined with the Mercedes Unimog. This trailer with tarp, made by Poliguri, based in Cacém, near Lisboa, is a nicely detailed model, even featuring rear lights, triangle reflectors and a license plate, "D-110". On played examples, the tip of the coupler may b...

Scale model of a trailer, the Mercedes Trailer , made by Matchbox . This example is reference 2, included in the "1–75" series. It is made in England, between 1967 and 1969. Metal cargo bed (incorporating the base) painted in sea green, orange plastic tarp. Plastic wheels. No suspension. Removable tarp. Tow hook. Pivoting front axle. The nominal scale is 1:87 and the overall length is approximately 2.8 in  ¹ . About 1.4 oz. This model represents a trailer suited to complement the Mercedes Truck.  This Mercedes Trailer, made by Matchbox, based in Hackney, England, is as its name implies suited to complement the Mercedes Truck. It is a simple but attractive model, well detailed and robust. It comes with a tow hook (of maritime proportions!), allowing us to make an interesting " road train ". This trailer, the Mercedes Trailer, is in my collection under the themes "German Vehicles" and "Trailers & Special Equipment".  ● Modelo à escala de um atr...

Scale model of a trailer, made by Poliguri. This example is reference (n/a), released as an accessory in the "Guri Kit" series. It is made in Portugal, possibly between the late 1980s and the mid-1990s. Metal cargo bed painted in yellow, tarp in white plastic. Plastic wheels ( R16 ) with printed details in white suggesting the rims, white line printed on the tire wall cut twice by the word "Guri". No suspension. "D-110" license plate. Removable tarp. Based on the triangle reflectors, the nominal scale seems to be 1:50 and the overall length is approximately 2.3 in  ¹ . About 0.7 oz. As far as I know, this trailer is only released in the "Guri Kit" series as part of reference 700 N, combined with the Mercedes 307 Tow Truck. This trailer with tarp, made by Poliguri, based in Cacém, near Lisboa, is a nicely detailed model, even featuring rear lights, triangle reflectors and a license plate, "D-110". On played examples, the tip of the coupl...