Lion Car 34 Daf Torpedo Truck & Trailer "BVB Maasland"

The Lion Car 34 DAF Torpedo is a classic scale model of one of the most iconic trucks from the Dutch manufacturer DAF. This particular model, produced by the Dutch brand Lion Car, bears the characteristic colours and logos of BVB Maasland, a well-known transport company specialising in agricultural transport. A new example is a rare and valuable object, loved by both model car collectors and enthusiasts of historic transport.

The DAF Torpedo was one of the most recognisable trucks from DAF, produced in the 1950s and 1960s. The name "Torpedo" refers to the traditional long nose (torpedo design) of the truck, at a time when this design was becoming increasingly scarce in Europe. The Torpedo was loved for its robustness, powerful engines and reliability, which made it suitable for heavy transport over long distances. Many Dutch transport companies, including BVB Maasland, used the DAF Torpedo for its versatility and reliability.

Lion Car, founded in 1948 in Amsterdam, was known for producing high-quality metal scale models, often inspired by Dutch vehicles. The company not only targeted children, but also collectors and transport companies who used these models as promotional items. The Lion Car 34 DAF Torpedo is made to a scale of 1:50 and is a perfect example of their craftsmanship. With its sturdy zamac construction and meticulously detailed paintwork, the model is a tribute to both DAF and the transport company it represents.

BVB Maasland is a transport company that has specialized in agricultural transport since the 1950s, such as the distribution of animal feed and other agricultural products. Their iconic trucks, often painted in striking colors with the BVB logo, were a familiar sight on Dutch roads. Lion Car's choice to produce a DAF Torpedo in BVB Maasland livery underlines the strong bond between the transport sector and model car manufacturers at that time.

A Lion Car 34 DAF Torpedo from BVB Maasland in mint condition is a rare object, given the intensive play and use history of many of these models. In perfect condition, with undamaged paint and original details, this scale model is a valuable find. It not only represents a piece of Dutch industrial and transport history, but also the craftsmanship of Lion Car, which played a prominent role in the world of model cars.

This model is a wonderful reminder of an era in which trucks such as the DAF Torpedo formed the heart of the Dutch transport sector and in which toys played an important role in passing on these stories. An indispensable addition for every lover of historical vehicles and miniatures!