Vintage 1999 Tonka mighty dump truck !! Steel and plastic what an amazing truck! This truck has brought back many memories of my childhood. I had one in the 70s - I used to sit in it 🤣 although this is a later edition, it still evokes those memories.
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Some age related wear. It is a loved and used truck after all. It would look amazing in a garage or man/woman cave!!
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45 cm wide 20 cm depth 25 cm tall
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Tonka started in 1946 as Mound Metalcraft, a company making gardening tools in Mound, Minnesota. The founders, Lynn Everett Baker, Avery F. Crounse, and Alvin F. Tesch, later shifted to toy trucks after acquiring a toy steam shovel and crane. They renamed the company Tonka (after nearby Lake Minnetonka) and gained a reputation for durable, realistic toy trucks. Tonka was acquired by Hasbro in 1991.
Here's a more detailed look:
Early Days:
Mound Metalcraft was established in the fall of 1946 in an old schoolhouse in Mound, Minnesota. Initially, they focused on garden tools and tie racks.
Switch to Toys:1947, they acquired a company with a toy steam shovel and crane, which sparked their interest in toy manufacturing.
Name Change:
The company renamed itself Tonka (after the Dakota Sioux word "Tonka" meaning "great" or "big") to reflect their new focus on toy trucks.
Popularity and Growth:
Tonka trucks, particularly the Mighty Dump Truck, became very popular for their durability and realistic designs.
Hasbro Acquisition:
In 1991, Hasbro acquired Tonka Corporation, further expanding the brand's reach.