Oliver 70 Row Crop Tractor (Wide Front Model)
Hubley Manufacturing Company • Hubley Farm Toys / Die-Cast Series
Toy Category
Vehicle
Year Released
circa 1940s-1950s
Condition
Fair to Good. Significant paint loss and chipping across the green body, especially near the hitch and front axle. The driver figure shows significant paint wear on the hat and shirt. Metal shows signs of oxidation/patina; rubber tires appear intact but aged and dusty.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $85 USD
Description
A vintage die-cast metal farm tractor modeled after the Oliver 70 Row Crop. The vehicle features a 'wide front' axle configuration with small black rubber tires, large textured rear rubber tires embossed with 'Auburn' or similar branding, and a green painted body. It includes a permanently attached cast driver figure wearing a hat, sitting in the operator's seat with hands on the steering wheel.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $85 USD
Auction Estimate
$40 - $70 USD
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Standard production run; Manufactured in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA
Model Number
N/A (Identified as Hubley Oliver 70 Variant)
Toy Type
Die-cast metal; Approximately 1:16 scale; Featuring heavy-duty rubber tires and a fixed cast metal driver figure
Toy Condition
Fair to Good. Significant paint loss and chipping across the green body, especially near the hitch and front axle. The driver figure shows significant paint wear on the hat and shirt. Metal shows signs of oxidation/patina; rubber tires appear intact but aged and dusty.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging (Empty/Loose)
Rarity & Significance
Common for the era but highly collectible among agricultural toy enthusiasts. Hubley was a premier American metal toy manufacturer, and their farm implements are staples of mid-century Americana collecting.
Special Features
Original Auburn rubber tires; Integrated cast iron/die-cast driver figure; Swiveling front axle for steering; Embossed side grille detailing.
Notable Variations
This model was produced in both 'narrow front' (tricycle) and 'wide front' configurations. Some earlier versions were cast in iron rather than die-cast zinc alloy. Paint shades of green can vary slightly between production years.