Dinky 40h-254
Austin Taxi/ Austin FX3 Taxi


The Austin Taxi was introduced in 1952 and subsequently renumbered to 254 in 1954 as the Austin FX3 Taxi. The 40h came in solid yellow, two-tone yellow/green or blue with ridged hubs. The newer models came in black with spun hubs. These models varied in showing a model number on the baseplate.

Model #40h was issued between 1952-54 and Model #254 was issued between 1956-59.

Library Pictures & Variations
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Dinky #040h - Yellow body with Brown Chassis








Dinky #254 - Yellow & Green Body with Yellow Hubs