1926 Buddy L #201-A Hydraulic Dump Truck
Early pressed steel truck featuring the first self-raising hydraulic dump bed. Manufactured by Buddy L it was advertised to “raise a load of 12 pounds easily and indefinitelyâ€. All original paint throughout. Grades Very Good. Truck has all black front, hood, fenders, open seat, steering wheel, short running boards and dump body. Chassis is painted red with crimped-rod bumpers, suspension springs; and disc wheels with aluminum “tiresâ€. Hydraulic mechanism uses a 1†x 5½†brass cylinder with left side release lever. Tailgate unlatches to open. Includes original Buddy L decals on both radiator front and right floorboard. Manual steering wheel turns front axle. Also includes most of its original braided pull cord. Originally retailed through the 1927 Sear-Roebuck catalog for $6.79. Size: 25â€.
Price Sold: $ 700
