Here we have a U. Air Force Tinplate Friction powered. Made in Japan by Mitsuhasi. Mitsuhasi logo above rear wheel – photo 5. Air Force USAF MATS Military Air Transport Service which was established in 1948. We understand that it was produced in the 1950s. The plane separates into two sections as shown in photos 8 & 9. Lithographed tin printed detail which is still in good condition; Two main tyres have some wear but still good (photo 6); both hub caps still present; rear fixed wheel good; friction drive is in working order. There are some scratches and a little age related fatigue to the tail as highlighted in photo 10. As you can see in the photos all propellers have two or more of the plastic blades missing. The blades do not spin round when the plane moves across the surface- we do not know if they should but wanted to point this out anyway. Large model – approx. Length 13.5 inches nose to tail; Wingspan approx. Weight before packing to post 250g. There is no original packaging but please be assured it will be well packed. QUITE A SCARCE ITEM GOOD ADDITION FOR THE COLLECTOR & GREAT FOR DISPLAY. Please use the ALL photos, and use the magnify function, to satisfy yourself over the condition of the model, as what you see is what you will receive.. Please just ask for a quote. Thanks for looking and please check out our shop for other Vintage and Tinplate Toys for sale.. The item “MITSUHASI JAPAN U. S. AIR FORCE USAF MATS TINPLATE PLANE FRICTION DRIVE 1950s” is in sale since Friday, December 6, 2019. This item is in the category “Toys & Games\Vintage & Classic Toys\Battery Operated”. The seller is “opuset” and is located in Leeds, West Yorkshire. This item can be shipped to all countries in Europe, United States, Canada, Australia.
- Brand: Mitsuhasi
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
- Subtype: Tinplate
- Type: Classic Toys
- Specific Character: MATS
- Age Level: Collectors item