Description
Antique Mettoy Chad Valley 490 Tinplate Clockwork Locomotive Toy Train – Vintage British Made
For sale is a charming Antique Mettoy Chad Valley ‘490’ Tinplate Clockwork Locomotive, a classic piece of British toy history. This beautifully made tinplate locomotive dates from the mid-20th century and reflects the quality craftsmanship associated with vintage Mettoy and Chad Valley toys — highly collectible among enthusiasts of toy trains and tinplate memorabilia.
Key Features:
• Manufacturer: Mettoy / Chad Valley (UK) – renowned British tinplate toy brands.
• Model: No. 490 – 0-4-0 locomotive design typical of the era.
• Construction: Lithographed tinplate with original clockwork winding mechanism.
• Mechanism: Wind-up clockwork drive (key included if available).
• Design: Classic locomotion detailing with painted body, smokebox and cab stylings — evocative of early industrial steam engines.
• Gauge: Typically suitable for traditional early-mid 20th century tinplate layouts.
Condition:
Please inspect the photos carefully. Being an antique toy, there may be signs of age consistent with use — such as light paint wear, minor surface marks or patina — that add to its vintage character. The clockwork action has not been fully tested unless stated.
