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| #2009 Euclid |
Doepke #2009 Euclid Dump Truck
The Euclid took the place in the Doepke line-up
of the popular Wooldridge Dump Truck. Unlike
the Wooldridge, the cab unit could be
uncoupled from the trailer.
It was made to 1:16 scale and there were
virtually no significant changes (except color)
throughout its production run from 1949
through 1956.
A versatile, well-made construction toy!
The Euclid took the place in the Doepke line-up
of the popular Wooldridge Dump Truck. Unlike
the Wooldridge, the cab unit could be
uncoupled from the trailer.
It was made to 1:16 scale and there were
virtually no significant changes (except color)
throughout its production run from 1949
through 1956.
A versatile, well-made construction toy!
| Version #1 - Orange |
The first version of this toy (1949) was Orange, as is this 1950 edition. It is uncertain which year the
Orange color was discontinued.
Orange color was discontinued.
| The "Model Toys" decal appeared only in one place on the Euclid. |
| The phrase "authorized by" was not used in this case, but the Pioneer symbol was well known. |
| Looks like the price was changed from $12.95 to $13.95. |
| The box dates this toy to 1950. |
| Version #2 - Olive Green |
The Olive Green color was not popular with parents who were leery of war associations. It is not
known for certain what years the Euclid was painted Olive Green.
known for certain what years the Euclid was painted Olive Green.
| The presence of Firestone turf tires indicates this toy was produced in 1953 or later. |
| Although turf tires were mounted on the back axle, the front powered axle used lug tires. |
| Version #3 - Forest Green |
Forest Green was considered more "politically correct" and made for a very attractive toy. It is
believed this color was introduced in 1953 or later.
believed this color was introduced in 1953 or later.
| The decal remained the same as in previous years. |
