This 1960s model of a Scammell Scarab with drop side trailer measures about 30cm in length and is constructed from brightly coloured polythene. Incorrectly labelled on its box as a Cob (Mechanical Horse) and Trailer, this is unashamedly a toy with play value for the garden or sandpit, yet is a surprisingly realistic model despite being targeted at a very young market. The trailer has an opening tailgate and fold down jockey wheels, although the coupling to the tractor is just a simple pin which engages in a hole in a raised boss in the front chassis. The moulding detail is very good throughout; the Scammell badge, headlight, door handles, sidelights and tanks are all there. There are thirteen parts to the model including the five wheels and two metal axles. Various colour variations exist, with five different combinations of yellow, red, white, light and dark blue known.

Due to the modular construction of the toy, it is probable that other colour combinations exist.

Red tractor chassis, white lower cab, yellow upper cab.
Yellow trailer with light blue tailgate.
Light blue wheels with red jockey wheels.

White tractor chassis, red lower cab, dark blue upper cab.
Light blue trailer with yellow tailgate.
Yellow wheels with white jockey wheels.

Dark blue tractor chassis, yellow lower cab, red upper cab.
Red trailer with dark blue tailgate.
White wheels with dark blue jockey wheels.

Yellow tractor chassis, light blue lower cab, white upper cab.
White trailer with red tailgate.
Red wheels with light blue jockey wheels.

Box
The model is individually packaged in a colourful end flap cardboard box illustrated with images of the vehicle at work in a railway yard.
Box size 31cm x 9cm x 9cm

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