944 Shell-BP Fuel Tanker (1963-69)

The real-world 1950s predecessor. A challenge for code 3 builders? Kind regards, Jan

What a lively debate about 944 ! Perhaps, Jan, I should point out that the older-style tanker in your last photograph, identifiable by its distinctive hubs, is in fact an Albion Caledonian, one of several operated by Shell-BP and sharing the Leyland 'mouth organ' -style cab ! .

You have unmasked my ignorance in this field, Kevin! Thanks for your correction. Still, a stunning photo, isn't it? Kind regards, Jan

It certainly is, and will be the subject of a repaint of an Atlas Esso tanker at some stage. Kevin.

Re Bruce's post # 15,the reason why Milton cast this chassis in two parts is certainly because their casting machines did not have the capacity for such a large model.This may also be the reason why Meccano sub-contracted the casting of the Pullmore trailer whyc at the time was a much larger casting than any other Dinky Toys.All the hubs are probably the same but many are fitted back to front. The girls on the line did not care and the management did not give them the proper instruction and what about the quality control ?

on the post #5 of 2014 nobody noticed that the picture from the Meccano Magazine shows the mock-up and not the actual Supertoys tanker.