Canadian. 1950s. Pressed steel. This tractor-trailer was part of Otaco's "private-label" series of toys. These were promotional or display models made for specific companies and not intended for retail sale. As a result, production runs were usually small, which meant fewer examples entered the market. Companies would give these out to their clients and distributors as a form of advertising. "Marcel Denis" was a company in Quebec that provided regional transportation services. Decalled, "Canadian Made Minnitoys by Otaco Limited Orillia Ontario", on inside of trailer door. From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

Size
10" x 8" x 28.5".

Condition
Fair condition. Stable paint loss to roof at front, rear corners, and center. Trailer doors are heavily creased. Paint nicks to cab.

Medium
Pressed steel.

Signature
Decalled, "Canadian Made Minnitoys by Otaco Limited Orillia Ontario", on inside of trailer door.

Provenance
From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.