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. The Telegram was a major afternoon newspaper in Toronto. Decalled, "Canadian Made Minnitoys by Otaco Limited Orillia Ontario", on cab doors and inside of trailer door. From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

Size
10" x 8" x 28.5".

Condition
Good condition. Original paint and decals. Paint nicks to front of trailer, particularly at corners. Shows playwear with scratches throughout.

Medium
Pressed steel.

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

Provenance
From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.