Oxford Diecast - NAEC002 - Truck, AEC Matador - Company - 065 GK

Specific Item Information: The 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.
Pickfords 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.

Road Name History: This entry is a placeholder for when readily available information on the correct company is not available. or not worth the effort of creating an entry for.

Manufacturer Information: Established in 1993, Oxford Diecast is a British Company that specializes in high-quality die-cast metal vehicles. Produced in various scales, the firm's models are marketed as collector items, gifts, and promotional products. Their largest production goes to OO scale (1:76) and in 2015 they introduced railway products under 'Oxford Rail' brand.
Their N-scale collection is using the 1:148 scale ratio as most British manufacturers.