Oxford Diecast 76MGM001

MG Midget MkIII Blaze Orange at 1:76 scale.

Manufacturer catalogue image - please note that pre-release images may be CAD renders or CGI images rather than photographs

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 MG Midget MkIII was produced from 1966 to 1974 and was the third generation of the Midget. It was based on the MkII model, but with a number of improvements, including:

• A larger 1275cc engine, producing 65bhp
• A new folding hood design
• A larger fuel tank
• Rounder wheel arches
• A more substantial windscreen frame
• Improved suspension

It was also the first Midget to be sold in the United States in large numbers. This was due to the fact that it met all of the latest US safety regulations.A popular car with both enthusiasts and critics alike, it was praised for its fun handling, lively performance, and affordable price tag. In total, over 99,000 MkIII Midgets were produced. This makes it the most popular generation of the Midget. it was a classic British sports car that is still enjoyed by enthusiasts today. In 1974 the MkIII was discontinued, and the MkIV Midget is introduced.

The first 1:76 scale Oxford release comes in Blaze Orange and is on a plinth, with a clear case lid and Oxford Automobile wrap. 

Catalogue listing

The MG Midget MkIII was manufactured between 1966 and 1974 as the third generation of the Midget range. It featured a larger 1275 cc engine rated at 65 bhp, a folding hood, an enlarged fuel tank, rounder wheel arches, a more substantial windscreen frame and improved suspension. Over 99 000 examples were built, making it the most produced Midget model. The MkIII was also the first Midget sold widely in the United States, having met contemporary US safety regulations, and it was praised for its lively performance, enjoyable handling and affordable price. Production ended in 1974 when the MkIV version was introduced.

The Oxford Diecast release portrays the MG Midget MkIII in blaze orange at a 1:76 scale. It is supplied on a plinth with a clear case lid and features the Oxford Automobile wrap. The model carries the manufacturer part number 76MGM001 and is designated to represent the British Rail Blue (Pre‑TOPS) period.