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1956 Tonka Kroger Private Label Semi

Value: An original trailer only, good minus condition, heavy oxidation all over, decals good minus, missing rear door handles, sold on eBay for $205 USD in late March 2009.

Very few 1956 Kroger semis were manufactured. As of April 2012, 3 have crossed the auction block in the last 10 years. In fact, they should probably be listed as prototypes. Tonka and Dunwell were competing for Kroger's business. Tonka submitted their version as featured above. Dunwell submitted their version as featured below. Dunwell won out. Photo courtesy Ray Ross.

Original, unretouched, 1956 Dunwell semi. These trucks were given to store managers. Photo courtesy Richard Gresh.

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