13A
Bedford Wreck Truck
Production Period: 1955-1957
Small scale early version Matchbox model based on the Bedford 'O' Series trucks. Basic model with no interior finishing, metal wheels
and pinched axles.
13B
Bedford Wreck Truck
Production Period: 1958-1960
A slightly larger version of No. 13A. Note the difference in the shape of the rear side walls.
13C
Thames Wreck Truck
Production Period: 1961-1964
Another tow (wreck) truck model in the series. The model's side signage references AA for "Automobile Association" and
RAC for "Royal Automobile Club". Many models in the 1-75 series include a tow slot to which the hook could grab and tow the vehicle.
Variation 1: Hook
Red (metal), Silver (metal) and Grey (plastic) hooks were used for the model.
Variation 2: Boom Lattice
Models had either open or filled in lattice on the top part of the boom.
Variations 3 & 4: Lettering and wheels
Lettering on the side had colour variations and fonts with and without black borders.
Grey or Black wheels were used for the model.
13D
Dodge Wreck Truck
Production Period: 1965-1969
A more modern looking tow truck based on a Dodge D-100 cab. Along with the 8-Wheel Crane No. 30C, one of the most iconic of the Matchbox
series models. Front and side badges show "KEW" indicating the model is based on the British made trucks manufactured at Kew.
Variation 1:
Some models included square BP stickers and others had an angled corner to match the body panel shape.