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Posted 10 months ago
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Chinese Chuk-Chuk Tractor with Wagon die-cast metal 1:20 scale model
Authentic replica - Model # GN-12K issued in 1998 by Collectors Club International, Hong Kong / With bronze medallion. Made in China.
This type of vehicle is used extensively in Mainland China and other Asian nations as a workhorse. Not only in rural areas, but I saw these on city roads in China. They got their name from the distinctive chuk-chuk noise the engine makes. Basically looks like a garden roto-tiller or snowblower without the tine blades on the front that has a wagon trailer with seat attached. One headlight, water-cooled engine. 12-15 HP
Model TractorsModel tractors have been around since the early 20th century, but it wasn't…