17A
Bedford Removals Van
Production Period: 1956-1957
Early Matchbox model of a Bedford O-Series van. One of the few models that does not include its model
on the casting.
Variation 020:
Variation 080:
17B
Bedford Removals Van
Production Period: 1958-1959
A slightly different casting of 17A. On model 17B the roof is flatter, the grille no longer comes right down
to the front bumper and there is a gap between the top of the cab and overhanging storage hold. 17B also has
the model number cast into the cab roof and "LESNEY ENGLAND" cast on the back of the cab.
17C
Austin Taxi Cab
Production Period: 1960-1962
Somewhat unique model based on the Austin FX3 taxi cab. The open front compartment next to the driver
was used to hold luggage.
17D
Hoveringham Tipper
Production Period: 1963-1968
High capacity dump truck based on the Foden FG Series with S21 "Mickey Mouse" cab.
Model includes a friction pin so that the tipper remains at its set tip position.
17E
Horse Box
Production Period: 1969
Associated Equipment Company (AEC) mammoth based truck configured as a horse carrier. Model came with two plastic
horses on a sprue.