Oxford Diecast 76AT001

Austin Taxi Black - 1:76 Scale

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Prototype Eras
Era 3 (1923 to 1947) The Big Four (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR)
Era 4 (1948 to 1956) British Railways Early Crest
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest

Manufacturer description

Austin was synonymous with taxis since the end of the 1920's, when dealers Mann and Overton sponsored a new Austin cab for London. This LL or Low Loader first appeared in 1934 and became an instant success, due mainly to its very attractive price, as well as being very reliable. Taxi fleets often had their own paint scheme and the Austin LL taxi-cab appeared in several colours, but the most popular was black as shown on this 1:76 scale replica.

Catalogue listing

Oxford Diecast Austin Taxi Black – 1:76 Scale

The model is identified by manufacturer part number 76AT001 and represents the British Railways Early Crest period. It is a 1:76 scale die‑cast replica of the Austin LL (Low Loader) taxi, most commonly seen in black livery.

Austin began its association with London taxis at the end of the 1920s after Mann and Overton promoted a new Austin cab. The LL model first appeared in 1934 and quickly gained popularity due to its attractive price and reliability. Fleet operators often chose their own colour schemes, but black was the most widespread, as reflected in this miniature.