Oxford Diecast 76HE002

Heinkel Kabine Spartan Red

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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)
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation

Manufacturer description

The German micro car with a left hand drive and Spartan Red colour scheme, dating back to the mid 1950s and registered 365 HRT, comes with a black roof and lots of contrasting silver trim. The interior reveals dark grey and tartan seating, black floor and cream gear knob and steering wheel.

The original Heinkel Kabine which was designed by the famous German aircraft manufacturers was made with a steel unit body and the interior was accessed by an opening front. Unlike some of its competitors, it had a four speed gear box plus a reverse gear. Its top speed was 56 mph which, given its design and with the sunroof open, was probably a bit hairy!

Catalogue listing

Oxford Diecast Heinkel Kabine Spartan Red – model number 76HE002. The die‑cast replica depicts a German micro‑car from the mid‑1950s, finished in a Spartan Red livery with a black roof and contrasting silver trim. The vehicle is shown as left‑hand drive and bears the registration 365 HRT.

The interior features dark‑grey and tartan upholstery, a black floor, and a cream‑coloured gear knob and steering wheel. The original Heinkel Kabine was designed by the famed German aircraft manufacturers and constructed with a steel unit body. Access to the cabin was provided by a front opening panel.

The car was equipped with a four‑speed gearbox plus a reverse gear, achieving a top speed of 56 mph. When the sunroof was open, the high speed would have been particularly precarious.