Lot # 55 - Vintage 1960s–1970s Tonka Pressed Steel Mighty Crane Truck Est. $200

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions: Oct. 31st and Nov. 1st pick up dates both 10-2 Bring help to load heavy items
Start Date/Time: 22-Oct-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 29-Oct-2025 7:54:00 PM
Current bid:

$26.00

Highest bidder:

KatieKins

Auction has ended

Description :

Vintage 1960s–1970s Tonka Pressed Steel Mighty Crane Truck

A striking example of mid-century American toy craftsmanship, this vintage Tonka Mighty Crane Truck captures the rugged charm and durability that made Tonka a household name. Constructed from heavy pressed steel with authentic yellow and black detailing, this collectible features functional cranks, a fully extendable boom, and a working grabber arm—showcasing the mechanical ingenuity of the era.

Produced by Tonka Corporation (Mound, Minnesota) between the late 1960s and early 1970s, this model remains a nostalgic symbol of postwar American play and design. The Lark construction series was celebrated for its lifelike industrial aesthetic and solid build quality, appealing to both children and collectors alike.

  • Brand: Tonka

  • Era: 1960s–1970s

  • Material: Pressed steel with rubber tires

  • Features: Working crane boom, grabber claw, hand crank, and rotating base

  • Condition: Good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age

  • Dimensions: Approx. 21” L × 8” W × 14” H

A timeless collectible for vintage toy enthusiasts or industrial décor lovers—Tonka’s craftsmanship still stands the test of time.


Auction History

Highest bidder is KatieKins

Date Bid User
29-Oct-2025 1:58:27 PM $26.00 KatieKins
29-Oct-2025 1:58:27 PM $25.00 CAH
24-Oct-2025 8:25:32 AM $21.00 KatieKins
24-Oct-2025 8:25:32 AM $20.00 CAH
24-Oct-2025 6:55:37 AM $13.00 KatieKins
24-Oct-2025 6:55:26 AM $9.00 CFT206
24-Oct-2025 6:55:26 AM $8.00 KatieKins
24-Oct-2025 5:38:51 AM $7.00 CFT206
22-Oct-2025 10:01:12 AM $6.00 KatieKins
22-Oct-2025 7:52:05 AM $5.00 jamrev

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