This is an exceptional example of an early 20th-century cast iron Mack "C-Cab" Gas Tanker Truck manufactured by the Hubley Manufacturing Company of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This specific model is a highly sought-after variant due to its vibrant, original orange paint scheme and classic "C-cab" architectural profile.
The truck features a two-piece nickel-plated steel wheel configuration and a realistic gasoline tanker body with embossed dome details on top. The casting is crisp, showing the high-quality craftsmanship characteristic of Hubley during the 1930s. The underside is clearly embossed with the factory mold numbers, including 1559, ensuring its place in the Hubley production line.
Origin & Age
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Manufacturer: Hubley Manufacturing Company
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Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA
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Circa: 1928–1932
Material & Dimensions
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Material: Painted Cast Iron; Steel Axles; Nickel-Plated Steel Wheels
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Length: 4.25"
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Height: 2.5"
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Width: 1.75"
Condition: The truck is in excellent antique condition with a desirable "dry" original surface. It retains a high percentage of its original orange lead-based pigment. There is honest "play wear" and paint loss primarily on the high points of the fenders, cab roof, and tanker rear, which serves to verify its age and authenticity. The nickel plating on the wheels shows a handsome, darkened patina. There are no cracks, breaks, or repairs to the iron.
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Authenticity Assessment
This Hubley Mack Gas Truck appears to pass all primary markers for authenticity. The mold number 1559 is cleanly embossed in the casting, matching known Hubley factory records for this size and scale. The assembly utilizes the correct original peened-over steel axles, and the "C-cab" shape is precise with no signs of "flash" or rough casting common in modern reproductions. The paint exhibits natural micro-crazing and oxidation consistent with nearly a century of age, confirming it is the original factory finish rather than a later repaint.
Reference
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Book Title: Cast Iron Toys
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Author: Myra Yellin Outwater and Eric B. Outwater (with Stevie & Bill Weart)
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Page Number: 156 (Referencing Hubley Mack trucks and C-cab variations)
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