Listing is for Vintage 1997 Matchbox Models of Yesteryear: 1947 Citroen Type H Fire Van, Die-cast Metal, 1:43 Scale, # YFE13, with Certificate of Authenticity, New in Box ("NIB")-Mint Condition. 1947 Citroen Type H Fire Van model measures approximately 5 3/4” Long, & ladder extends over van and measures approximately 8 1/2” Long. Citroen Type H Fire Van has a die-cast metal body and chassis and measures. 1947 Citroen Type H Fire Van, painted in brilliant red, and has two axles with rubber tires. Citroen Type H Fire Van displays on its front doors in white letter "Sapeurs Pompiers De LONGUEVILLE", which means “Firefighters of Longueville.” Besides its colorful original external box, it comes with an interior plastic mold for protection. This is 1947 Citroen Type H Van Fire Engine die-cast is from Matchbox Collectibles, International “Fire Engine Series” Collection. This model is an adult collectible, 14+. Besides its colorful original external box, it comes with a shaped interior plastic mold for protection. Citroen Type H Fire Van has No chips, cracks, or paint loss. It would be perfect fire tanker for your 0 scale train layouts. Besides its colorful original external box, it comes with a plastic shaped interior mold for protection. Models of Yesteryear, introduced in 1956, were renditions of classic vehicles from the steam and early automotive eras. I am downsizing and listing/selling on EBay some of my personal collection. Photographs are part of description. Please examine them closely and email me if you have questions, prior to bidding.
Citroen H series vans were recognizable by their snub-nose front and corrugated body panels. These vans were highly versatile with plenty of space inside and on roof to tackle most important tasks. One popular use of H-van was as a service vehicle for firefighting departments. Citroen H-Van was adopted to carry long lengths of ladder on its roof rack for use in fighting burning buildings.
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