![]() The logo at this time was an oval, showing the Tonka Toys name in red above waves, presumably honoring nearby Lake Minnetonka. In November 1955, Mound Metalctraft changed it's name to Tonka Toys Incorporated. TONKA BULLDOZER 49. The Tonka Dump Truck with a bulldozer blade had a push-and-pull lever that would release the load and came equipped with an orange body, black cab, yellow windshield wipers, green plow blades for snow or dirt, and three-speed transmission. ![]() The Tonka toy is meant for children 3 years and older. It can take charge in any construction zone and is guaranteed for life. This Tonka toy bulldozer is ready to demolish and clear away anything in its path. The three men at Mound Metalcraft thought they might make a good side line to their other products.Īfter some modifications to the design by Alvin Tesch and the addition of a new logo created by Erfling Eklof (based on a University of Minnesota drafting student's sketch by Donald B Olsen who later became the company Chief Induustrial Engineer with the Dakota Sioux word "Tanka" or Tonka, which means "great" or "big") the company began selling metal toys, which soon became the primary business. Collectibles 55 Most Valuable Tonka Toys of All Time By Brittany Alexandra Sulc, updated on JeBay Kids have been playing with cars and trucks for a long time. Get kids in on the digging fun with the Funrise Toy Tonka Classics Steel Bulldozer. Annis also worked as an illustrator at Disney. EC Streater was not interested in the toy business so they approached Mound Metalcraft. Annis Naeem is a concept artist and illustrator from California currently working for Design Studio Press. Their building's former occupant, the Streater Company, had made and patented several toys. Their original intent was to manufacture garden implements. Mound Metalcraft was created in 1946 in Mound, Minnesota, by Lynn Everett, Avery F Crounse and Alvin F Tesch. Please have a look at my other mouthwatering interesting listings. We have a wide range of toys for children of all ages. ![]() Tesch in 1946, but it didn’t start out as Tonka instead Mound Metalcraft in 1946.Vintage metal Tonka T6 Bulldozer 1960's In well played vintage condition Please see photos as this is part of the condition and description Buy Tonka Metal Steel Classic Bulldozer online from Toyworld. Tonka was begun by Lynn Everett Baker, Avery F. We invite you to view the photos to further determine quality and condition.Ī brief history of Tonka Toys of Mound, Minnesota: This piece shows the usual patina, fading, dust, chips, scuffs, surface rust, scratches, missing accessories and wear that are to be expected from age and play. This piece is in great all original condition with no breaks, restorations, repairs, or touch ups. Vintage Metal Tonka T6 Bulldozer 1960s in the Vintage Toys category was sold for R300. Both “Mighty Tonka” stickers on each side have some rolling to the tops of them. The rubber tread is in great condition with no splits or petrification seen. Vintage Pressed Steel Tonka Bulldozer Pre-Owned 45.00 Buy It Now +13.19 shipping Sponsored Vintage Pressed Steel Mighty Tonka T-9 Dozer Turbo Diesel Bulldozer New Brand New 249.00 or Best Offer +71.27 shipping Free returns Sponsored Vintage TONKA MIGHTY DOZER T9 Bulldozer 17 X 10 inches Pre-Owned 82. This is a vintage, pressed steel, Mighty Tonka T-9 bulldozer manufactured by Tonka Toys of Mound, Minnesota. TONKA BULLDOZER 49. Tonka Pressed Steel Mighty Tonka T-9 Bulldozer
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