THE MODEL
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In 2010 Astran Cargo Services commissioned well-known Dutch die-cast truckmaker Tekno to build a model of one of its trucks. The vehicle chosen was a Scania 111 (registration number WHJ 194S), complete with tandem-axle trailer. The model was painstakingly researched, and the attention to detail is second-tonone. A total of 350 were built, 200 of which were sold by Astran and the other 150 kept back for Tekno’s club members. Despite the model’s £150 price tag, Tekno sold out within six hours of announcing the model, and the Astran phones didn’t stop ringing for a month.
If you were lucky enough to buy one, you’ll be pleased to know that they are currently exchanging hands on eBay for about £500 each.
A classic Scania 143 streamliner and 13.6m tilt trailer in full livery is now being prepared for release this year.