Vintage 1950s Linemar Japan Battery-Operated “Air Defense Pom Pom Gun” Truck Tin Toy — With Original Box

A standout collectible from the golden age of Japanese tin toys — this c.1950s Linemar (Marx) “Air Defense Pom Pom Gun” Battery-Operated Truck comes complete with its original illustrated box and that iconic rotating dual-barrel turret.

This model is one of Linemar’s most recognisable military toys, combining bright lithographed tin, an oversized gun platform, and a charming little soldier at the controls. The original box adds significant collector value, with classic 1950s graphics that display beautifully despite wear.

Details

• Made by Linemar Japan (division of Marx), c.1950s

• Battery-operated mechanical toy (untested here)

• Includes original illustrated box

• Crisp litho, bright colours, lovely graphic detail

• Metal wheels, working turret rotation

• Some age wear to box and toy, as expected

💭 Deb’s Note: This one has real presence — cheerful, bold and full of mid-century charm. A brilliant gift for nostalgia lovers or tin toy collectors building out their Japanese tin era.