D651
Dinky 651 Centurion Tank. Scarce plastic roller version. Transition model with rivetted base. Very, very near mint/boxed. With card packing.
Price: £125.00
This item is no longer for sale, price for reference only.
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 plastic rollers:

and was amde towards the end of the production run. A later issue still woud have a screwed baseplate whereas the transition model still has a rivetted baseplate:

Complete with supple tracks, military markings, a bright baseplate and a swivelling turret with a straight gun.


Close to shop-fresh, it is only upon careful scrutiny that a couple of small factory paint irregularities may be seen.
The tank is presented in the later issue pictorial scene box with lift-off lid (later still an end flap box would be used).

Minor wear only (a litle rubbing at edges). Notably, the card packing piece is still present. Shiny staples.
A welcome addition to any Dinky military collection.
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