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Oxford Diecast 76AA002

Police Panda Austin A40 MkII - 1:76 Scale

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Prototype Eras
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)

Manufacturer description

Launched in 1961 the 948 cc engine was replaced in the autumn of 1962 by a larger 1098 cc version with an output of 48 bhp. The car now shared its engine with the recently introduced Morris 1100. Over 170,000 cars were produced and at the time it would have cost you around £700. Thi is the Panda Version of the Austin A40, in the familiar White and Blue and was popular with Police Forces across the UK.

Catalogue listing

Oxford Diecast Police Panda Austin A40 MkII – 1:76 Scale

Manufacturer part number: 76AA002. The model represents the British Rail Blue livery used before the introduction of TOPS.

The original Austin A40 MkII was launched in 1961 with a 948 cc engine. In autumn 1962 the engine was replaced by a larger 1098 cc unit developing 48 bhp, the same powerplant as the then‑new Morris 1100. Over 170,000 examples were built and the car cost approximately GBP700 at the time.

This die‑cast version depicts the Panda Police specification, finished in the characteristic white and blue colour scheme that was popular with police forces throughout the United Kingdom.