{"product_id":"1972-takara-tomy-tomica-no-63-furukawa-wheel-loader-fl140-made-in-japan","title":"1972 Takara Tomy Tomica No.63 Furukawa Wheel Loader FL140 1\/79 Made in Japan","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1972 Takara Tomy Tomica No.63 Furukawa Wheel Loader FL140 Made in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚧 A True Piece of Tomica Construction-Vehicle History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep back to the very early days of Tomica collecting with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1972 Tomica No.63 Furukawa Wheel Loader FL140\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — a highly distinctive Japanese-made die-cast model and an important piece of Tomica history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst released in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecember 1972\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Furukawa Wheel Loader FL140 was \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomica's first wheel-loader model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it a particularly interesting release for collectors of vintage construction vehicles and early Tomica.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its rugged construction-vehicle design, large treaded tyres and fully movable loader arm and bucket, this miniature captures the character of heavy machinery in classic Tomica form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏗️ An Important Early Tomica Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo.63 Furukawa Wheel Loader FL140\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e represents one of the earliest construction machines introduced into the Tomica range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe real Furukawa machinery business had begun producing wheel loaders in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1971\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with production taking place at Furukawa's Oyama factory in Tochigi, Japan. The company's wheel loaders became an important part of its machinery business and were exported internationally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomica subsequently transformed the FL140 into a compact die-cast model, giving collectors a miniature representation of an authentic piece of Japanese heavy equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛠️ Functional Loader Arm \u0026amp; Bucket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most appealing features of this vintage Tomica is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eworking construction equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eloader arm and bucket can be moved up and down\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the model to be posed in different working positions. The bucket is designed to remain in position when adjusted, adding an impressive level of functionality for such an early die-cast model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis moving mechanism gives the No.63 much more than static display appeal — it reflects Tomica's early emphasis on combining realistic vehicle forms with interactive play features.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🇯🇵 Made in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor vintage Tomica collectors, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMADE IN JAPAN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e marking is an important characteristic of this early version.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Japanese-made No.63 is identified as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo.63-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with documented early examples carrying the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMADE IN JAPAN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e marking on the base. Later production versions of the model were also manufactured in China, making the Japanese-made example a distinct production variant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe early model also featured a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eseparate black driver's seat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, rather than the later integrated seat moulding — another detail associated with the initial production variation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🟠 Classic Construction-Vehicle Styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe FL140 has the unmistakable appearance of a vintage wheel loader, with a compact operator's area at the rear and a prominent front loading assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts documented early colour combination includes an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorange-toned body and loader bucket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, contrasting with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elarge black tyres and polished\/chrome-style hubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The model also uses an unpainted metal base, giving it the authentic appearance associated with early Japanese Tomica construction vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a wonderfully period-correct miniature that looks distinctly different from modern Tomica releases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⭐ A Remarkable Tomica Long-Seller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough originally introduced in 1972, the No.63 Furukawa Wheel Loader went on to enjoy an exceptionally long production run.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe model remained in the Tomica range until \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust 2007\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning the No.63 casting was sold for approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 years and 8 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Japanese-made and later Chinese-made versions existed, along with examples appearing in gift sets and other Tomica releases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts popularity was considerable: according to research based on Takara Tomy data from December 2009, the Furukawa Wheel Loader had reached approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.07 million units sold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e between 1970 and 2009, ranking second among the historical Tomica models included in that comparison.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat longevity makes the No.63 one of the most historically significant construction vehicles in the classic Tomica catalogue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏆 Why Collectors Will Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1972 Tomica No.63 Furukawa Wheel Loader FL140\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings together an impressive collection of vintage Tomica characteristics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🇯🇵 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e📅 Original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1972 release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🔢 Official \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomica No.63\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🏗️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurukawa FL140 wheel loader\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🥇 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomica's first wheel-loader model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛠️ Movable loader arm and bucket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚫ Large treaded black tyres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Polished\/chrome-style wheel hubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🟠 Classic early-Tomica construction-vehicle styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚙️ Early-production separate black driver's seat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e📏 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/79 scale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📜 One of Tomica's exceptionally long-running models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎁 Ideal for Vintage Tomica \u0026amp; Construction Collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model is particularly appealing to collectors interested in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Tomica • Japanese Die-Cast • Construction Vehicles • Heavy Machinery • Furukawa • Made in Japan Toys • Early Tomica • Vintage Industrial Vehicles • Scale Models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts significance as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomica's first wheel loader\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combined with its early-1970s origins and Japanese production, gives it a special place within a vintage Tomica collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether displayed alongside other early construction vehicles or collected as part of a complete Tomica No.63 lineage, the FL140 offers an authentic glimpse into the beginnings of Tomica's construction-vehicle range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📦 Product Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tomica \/ Tomy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Furukawa Wheel Loader FL140\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomica Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No.63\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Variant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No.63-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Release:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e December 1972\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1\/79\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Die-cast construction vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wheel Loader\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Movable loader arm and bucket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Production Detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Separate black driver's seat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction Run:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e December 1972 – August 2007\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLater Variants:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e China-made versions also produced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚧 A Small Model with a Huge Place in Tomica History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1972 Takara Tomy Tomica No.63 Furukawa Wheel Loader FL140\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e isn't just an old construction vehicle — it represents a significant moment in the history of Tomica.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe first wheel loader ever released by Tomica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an early Japanese-made example combines genuine historical significance with classic die-cast engineering and working construction equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Tomica. 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