Dinky Toys 272 Ford Transit Type 2 Police

The Dinky Toys 272 Ford Transit Type 2 Police is a popular model that was produced between 1975 and 1978 by Meccano Ltd. The model is based on the second generation Ford Transit, a versatile van that became a fixture on the European street scene from the 1960s onwards, mainly due to its wide range of applications. In this case, the Transit was converted into a police vehicle, a recognisable symbol of the British police services of the time.

The real Ford Transit was particularly popular due to its robustness, reliability and large load capacity, which meant that it was used for everything from commercial purposes to emergency services, including police cars. Dinky Toys capitalised on the popularity of this vehicle and released the 272 Ford Transit Police, complete with various accessories that made the model particularly playful and realistic.

The Dinky model often came with police decals on the sides and accessories such as small plastic traffic cones and traffic signs. The model is finished in the classic white colour, as was often used by the police of the time. The flashing light, detailed finish and the ability to use the accessories made this model very attractive to both children and collectors.

Although only produced for three years, the Dinky Toys 272 remains a much sought after collector’s item. A model complete with accessories and a good quality reproduction box is a valuable find. Although the original box is always preferred, a reproduction box can help to complete the presentation and retain the nostalgic value of the piece.

With its strong metal construction, detailed police equipment and accompanying accessories, the Dinky Toys 272 is a fascinating representation of both the Ford Transit and the police cars of the 1970s. It is a must-have for collectors of vintage toy vehicles and a reminder of an era when toys were both robust and realistic. Made in England.