Slot Car Body, 1960-1970
THF311061 / Slot Car Body, 1960-1970
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Artifact Overview
Slot car racing was a popular hobby by the early 1960s. A small electric motor, powered by current running through the track, ran the car faster or slower as the driver moved a plunger. Slot cars were modeled after everything on wheels. Sports cars, Formula One racers, stock cars, and regular production vehicles all appeared in small-scale versions.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Slot car
Date Made
1960-1970
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
90.365.133
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Steven K. Hamp
Material
Plastic
Color
Red
Yellow (Color)
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 0.75 in
Width: 1 in
Length: 2.25 in
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