BOX FACTS

SERIES :

Regular Wheels

FIEST YEAR OF PRODUCTION :

1953

BOX TYPES :

A, B

SIZES AVAILABLE :

1

TOTAL VARIATIONS :

2

NUMBER OF MAJOR VARIATIONS :

2

 

 

 

 

 

GENERAL INFO

The very first box ever released shows model 1A Road Roller in a classic illustration pattern that would be used for many years. The “line drawing” design depicts the model with a side view, relatively dark background and small model numbers far from the model.

The A box, of course, has the “MOKO” in script lettering, while the B1 box has the “MOKO” in block letters. Size 1 was the only box size available for the little gem.

 

RARITY

It goes without saying that the type A box, like any box of this type, is rare and sought after. It is difficult to find any in good shape, as their fragile end flaps are often torn or missing. The B type is easier to find as it was made available for a longer period of time. Any box for the 1A can be pricy and a very good condition piece will command a nice amount.

 

VARIATION LIST

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1A - AVELING BARFORD ROAD ROLLER

 

 

Front/Back

#

Type/Sub-type

Size

Top/Bottom

End Flap

Variation #

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(1a model shown, background)

1

A

1

Blue/Black

All blue

RW-01A-A-1a

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(Drawing same as A box)

2

B1

1

Blue/Black

All blue

RW-01A-B1-1a