Dinky Toys 651 Centurion Tank
Centurion Tank by Dinky Toys, No. 651. Gloss military green version. With metal rollers. Harder to find yellow 'DINKY TOYS' (not Supertoys) Box. Near mint plus/boxed. From an eclectic collection.
Notes
A classic Dinky military model first made in 1954 – up until 1970 – and an essential component in your Dinky military collection. This particular version has a gloss military green finish, and metal rollers.
Complete with supple tracks, military markings and a swivelling turret with a straight gun.
In close to mint condition (occasional small edge mark). .
The tank is presented in the later issue pictorial scene box with lift-off lid (later still an end flap box would be used). THis bright yellow version is a more difficult find with ‘DINKY TOYS’ and not ‘DINKY SUPERTOYS’ print.
Bright and complete showing only minor wear. Penned writing to one corner of the lid. Rusty staples. With card packing pieces:
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