{"product_id":"wooden-belaz-dump-truck-large-soviet-toy-58-cm-23-in-wood","title":"Wooden BelAZ Dump Truck – Large Soviet Toy, 58 cm (23 in), Wood and Plywood","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis large wooden BelAZ dump truck is a handmade Soviet model of the well-known mining truck, built from wood and plywood in the USSR. It measures about 58 cm (23 in) long and weighs about 3.4 kg (7.5 lb), so it has a real presence on a shelf. The dump bed tilts, and the “BELAZ” lettering is on the front grille.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large wooden toy model, dump truck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e BelAZ mining dump truck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood and plywood, rubber tires, plastic rims\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red paint and natural wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 58 cm (22.8 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 26 cm (10.2 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 28 cm (11 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 3.4 kg (7.5 lb), as shown on the scale in the photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e “BELAZ” lettering on the front grille; a logo described as “Bezon” (Aurok) on the side of the dump body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tilting dump bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed vintage condition with authentic patina. The truck keeps much of its original red paint, with scratches and dings consistent with its age. The wood shows aging and there are minor surface cracks, which are visible in the photos. The dump bed works. Please check all of the photos for the details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelAZ, the Belarusian Automobile Plant, is known for its very large mining dump trucks, and the name became a symbol of Soviet heavy industry. A model like this one, built by hand in wood rather than molded in metal or plastic, is an unusual size and material for a toy of the period. It will appeal to collectors of Soviet toys, vintage wooden toys and industrial models, and to anyone who wants a large display piece for a shelf or an office.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67671680221333,"sku":"v1|406919971403|0","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/s-l1600_cc9fdf9f-9990-4359-bdf1-6479db07220d.jpg?v=1791482824","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/wooden-belaz-dump-truck-large-soviet-toy-58-cm-23-in-wood","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}