Corgi Classics
Corgi Classics Limited was a British die-cast scale model manufacturer established as an independent company in 1995, which has its origins in the Corgi Toys brand introduced by Mettoy in 1956. It is known for its British and North American vehicle models.
| Company type | Private (1995–99) Subsidiary (1999–2008) |
|---|---|
| Industry | Scale model |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Defunct | 2008 |
| Fate | Acquired by Zindart International in 1999, then became a brand |
| Headquarters | Leicester, England, United Kingdom |
| Products | Die-cast scale model cars, airplanes, buses, military |
| Brands | Corgi Toys |
| Owner | Hornby (2008–present) |
Products manufactured and marketed by Corgi included die-cast scale model cars, airplanes, buses, and military.
In 2008 the company was acquired by Hornby Railways, who has owned the Corgi brand since then.
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