[{"n": "Buby toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/buby-toys/", "s": "Argentine die-cast model maker of domestic vehicles."}, {"n": "Muky", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/muky/", "s": "Argentine die-cast copies of early Hot Wheels."}, {"n": "Trax Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/trax-models/", "s": "Diecast replicas of Australian motoring history."}, {"n": "Frateschi", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/frateschi/", "s": "South America's only model railroad manufacturer, based in Brazil."}, {"n": "Iron Studios", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/iron-studios/", "s": "Brazilian collectible statue manufacturer with major entertainment licenses."}, {"n": "Mikro'67", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/mikro-67/", "s": "Bulgarian manufacturer of diecast models and toys since 1967."}, {"n": "Kader Group", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/kader-group/", "s": "Global manufacturer of model railways and precision toys."}, {"n": "Maisto", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/maisto/", "s": "Affordable die-cast scale models since 1990."}, {"n": "Playart", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/playart/", "s": "Hong Kong die-cast maker known for creative model choices and multiple brand names."}, {"n": "Eduard (manufacturer)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/eduard-manufacturer/", "s": "Czech manufacturer of plastic models and photoetched accessories."}, {"n": "Kaden models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/kaden-models/", "s": "Czech state toy maker known for scale models of Škoda and Tatra vehicles."}, {"n": "Tekno (toy manufacturer)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/tekno-toy-manufacturer/", "s": "Danish die-cast pioneer known for promotional trucks and Volvo models."}, {"n": "Stahlberg Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/stahlberg-models/", "s": "Finnish maker of large-scale plastic promotional models for Volvo and Saab."}, {"n": "CIJ", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/cij/", "s": "French diecast toy vehicle brand known for Citroën and Renault models."}, {"n": "Eligor Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/eligor-models/", "s": "French diecast models for the adult collector."}, {"n": "Jouef", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/jouef/", "s": "French model manufacturer known for trains, cars, and slot cars."}, {"n": "Majorette (toy manufacturer)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/majorette-toy-manufacturer/", "s": "French-born diecast brand now part of the Simba Dickie Group."}, {"n": "Minialuxe", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/minialuxe/", "s": "French plastic model maker revived after 34 years."}, {"n": "Norev", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/norev/", "s": "French model maker known for plastic and die-cast vehicles."}, {"n": "RAMI by J.M.K.", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/rami-by-j-m-k/", "s": "French diecast miniatures of museum classic automobiles."}, {"n": "Safir (models)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/safir-models/", "s": "French maker of diecast and plastic model vehicles."}, {"n": "Solido", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/solido/", "s": "French die-cast miniature vehicle manufacturer since 1932."}, {"n": "Arnold (models)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/arnold-models/", "s": "German pioneer of N-scale model trains."}, {"n": "Conrad Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/conrad-models/", "s": "German diecast model maker known for trucks and promotional models."}, {"n": "Egger-bahn", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/egger-bahn/", "s": "German pioneer of H0e narrow-gauge model railways."}, {"n": "Elastolin", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/elastolin/", "s": "German manufacturer of composition and plastic toy soldiers."}, {"n": "Faller", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/faller/", "s": "German maker of model railroad scenery and accessories since 1946."}, {"n": "Fleischmann (model railroads)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/fleischmann-model-railroads/", "s": "German model railway manufacturer since 1887."}, {"n": "Gama Toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/gama-toys/", "s": "German toy vehicle maker from 1882 to 1994."}, {"n": "Gescha Toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/gescha-toys/", "s": "German toy maker known for tin toys and diecast promotional models."}, {"n": "Herpa", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/herpa/", "s": "German manufacturer of die-cast aircraft and plastic vehicle models."}, {"n": "Kurt Becker KG", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/kurt-becker-kg/", "s": "German maker of rare matte-painted Auto Union miniatures."}, {"n": "LGB (trains)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/lgb-trains/", "s": "German garden railway brand that popularized G scale."}, {"n": "Märklin", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/m-rklin/", "s": "German toy company known for model railways and technical toys."}, {"n": "Minichamps", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/minichamps/", "s": "Die-cast model brand born from the Danhausen mail-order legacy."}, {"n": "NZG Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/nzg-models/", "s": "German diecast specialist in heavy equipment and promotional models."}, {"n": "Piko (model trains)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/piko-model-trains/", "s": "German model train brand with roots in East Germany."}, {"n": "Revell", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/revell/", "s": "Plastic scale model manufacturer with roots in 1940s Hollywood."}, {"n": "Rokal", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/rokal/", "s": "German TT scale model railway manufacturer from 1947 to 1969."}, {"n": "Schabak Modell", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/schabak-modell/", "s": "German die-cast cars and airliner models with fine detail."}, {"n": "Schuco Modell", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/schuco-modell/", "s": "German toy maker known for innovative die-cast and tin vehicles."}, {"n": "Siku Toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/siku-toys/", "s": "German manufacturer of diecast and plastic scale models."}, {"n": "Tillig", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/tillig/", "s": "World's largest TT scale model railroad manufacturer based in Sebnitz, Saxony."}, {"n": "Trix (company)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/trix-company/", "s": "German model train manufacturer, now a Märklin brand."}, {"n": "Trix Express", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/trix-express/", "s": "Early H0 three-rail system enabling independent operation of two engines."}, {"n": "VEB Plasticart", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/veb-plasticart/", "s": "East German plastic model manufacturer known for Soviet and Western airliner kits."}, {"n": "Wiking Modellbau", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/wiking-modellbau/", "s": "German maker of HO and N scale model vehicles since 1932."}, {"n": "Ziss Modell", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/ziss-modell/", "s": "German diecast models of veteran and contemporary vehicles."}, {"n": "Gamda Koor Sabra", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/gamda-koor-sabra/", "s": "Israeli diecast line of unique American cars in 1:43 scale."}, {"n": "Bburago", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/bburago/", "s": "Italian die-cast pioneer that scaled up model cars."}, {"n": "Brumm", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/brumm/", "s": "Italian diecast maker known for steam vehicles and racing miniatures."}, {"n": "Dugu Miniautotoys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/dugu-miniautotoys/", "s": "Italian diecast models of veteran and classic automobiles."}, {"n": "Italeri", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/italeri/", "s": "Italian scale model manufacturer known for unique subjects and detail."}, {"n": "Lima (models)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/lima-models/", "s": "Italian model railway manufacturer known for affordable, widely distributed models."}, {"n": "Mebetoys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/mebetoys/", "s": "Italian diecast maker known for exact scale and moving parts."}, {"n": "Mercury (toy manufacturer)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/mercury-toy-manufacturer/", "s": "Italian diecast pioneer in 1:43 scale model cars."}, {"n": "Pocher", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/pocher/", "s": "Italian 1:8 scale model kits with working mechanical detail."}, {"n": "Polistil", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/polistil/", "s": "Italian die-cast and plastic model vehicle manufacturer, 1960–1993."}, {"n": "Progetto K", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/progetto-k/", "s": "Italian diecast model maker of 1:43 scale cars."}, {"n": "RIO Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/rio-models/", "s": "Italian maker of detailed 1:43 scale classic car models."}, {"n": "Hasegawa Corporation", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/hasegawa-corporation/", "s": "Japanese plastic model kit manufacturer known for accuracy and many variations."}, {"n": "Kato Precision Railroad Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/kato-precision-railroad-models/", "s": "Japanese model railroad manufacturer known for Unitrack and KATO Digital."}, {"n": "Marusan Shōten", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/marusan-sh-ten/", "s": "Japan's first plastic model maker and pioneer of PVC kaiju toys."}, {"n": "Tomica (toy line)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/tomica-toy-line/", "s": "Japanese die-cast toy line produced since 1970 by Takara Tomy."}, {"n": "Trimaster", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/trimaster/", "s": "Japanese manufacturer of highly detailed 1:48 Luftwaffe aircraft kits."}, {"n": "Plásticos Lodela S.A.", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/pl-sticos-lodela-s-a/", "s": "Mexican model maker known for 1:144 airliners and Revell kits."}, {"n": "Efsi Toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/efsi-toys/", "s": "Dutch diecast models born from a social employment program."}, {"n": "Metosul", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/metosul/", "s": "Portugal's oldest diecast toy maker, known for 1:43 scale vehicles."}, {"n": "Trofeu", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/trofeu/", "s": "Portuguese diecast rally cars in 1/43 scale."}, {"n": "Vitesse Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/vitesse-models/", "s": "Portuguese diecast models known for detail and variety."}, {"n": "Corgi Classics", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/corgi-classics/", "s": "British die-cast model maker known for classic vehicles and TV tie-ins."}, {"n": "Corgi Toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/corgi-toys/", "s": "British die-cast toy vehicles introduced in 1956, known for film cars."}, {"n": "Crescent Toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/crescent-toys/", "s": "British toy manufacturer from 1922 to 1980."}, {"n": "Dapol", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/dapol/", "s": "Welsh model railway manufacturer known for OO and O gauge."}, {"n": "Dinky Toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/dinky-toys/", "s": "Die-cast models from Meccano Ltd., made in Liverpool from 1934 to 1979."}, {"n": "Edward Exley Limited", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/edward-exley-limited/", "s": "A historic British maker of premium model railway coaches."}, {"n": "Exclusive First Editions", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/exclusive-first-editions/", "s": "UK die-cast model maker known for 1/76 scale buses."}, {"n": "Graham Farish", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/graham-farish/", "s": "Chinese-owned brand of N gauge British railway models."}, {"n": "Hornby Railways", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/hornby-railways/", "s": "British model railway brand that pioneered OO gauge."}, {"n": "Leeds Model Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/leeds-model-company/", "s": "O gauge model railway manufacturer with quality equal to Bassett Lowke and Hornby."}, {"n": "Lledo", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/lledo/", "s": "British die-cast maker known for promotional models and Vanguards range."}, {"n": "Lone Star Toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/lone-star-toys/", "s": "British diecast toys from toy guns to Impy cars and trains."}, {"n": "Meccano Ltd", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/meccano-ltd/", "s": "British toy maker of Meccano, Hornby Trains and Dinky Toys."}, {"n": "Micromodel", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/micromodel/", "s": "Three-Dimensional, Volumetric card models in a packet."}, {"n": "Peco", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/peco/", "s": "UK manufacturer of model railway track and accessories."}, {"n": "Charles Plimpton", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/charles-plimpton/", "s": "English inventor of Bayko, an early plastic construction toy."}, {"n": "Rosebud Kitmaster", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/rosebud-kitmaster/", "s": "Short-lived British plastic kit brand of railway models."}, {"n": "Superquick", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/superquick/", "s": "Printed card kit buildings for model railways since 1960."}, {"n": "Timpo", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/timpo/", "s": "British toy company known for toy soldier series."}, {"n": "Tri-ang Railways", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/tri-ang-railways/", "s": "British toy train manufacturer, part of the Lines Bros empire."}, {"n": "A. C. Gilbert Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/a-c-gilbert-company/", "s": "American toy giant behind Erector Sets and American Flyer trains."}, {"n": "Accurate Miniatures", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/accurate-miniatures/", "s": "American manufacturer of WWII-era plastic model kits."}, {"n": "All Metal Products Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/all-metal-products-company/", "s": "Wyandotte Toys are Good and Safe."}, {"n": "American Flyer", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/american-flyer/", "s": "American toy train brand known for S gauge and clockwork origins."}, {"n": "Athearn", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/athearn/", "s": "American model railroad manufacturer known for HO scale innovations."}, {"n": "Atlas Model Railroad", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/atlas-model-railroad/", "s": "Manufacturer of scale model railroad track, locomotives, and rolling stock."}, {"n": "Auburn Rubber Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/auburn-rubber-company/", "s": "Major rubber toy producer known for vinyl vehicles and figures."}, {"n": "Aurora Plastics Corporation", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/aurora-plastics-corporation/", "s": "American maker of plastic model kits and slot cars."}, {"n": "Automodello", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/automodello/", "s": "Resin-cast hand-built models of overlooked British and American vehicles."}, {"n": "Barclay Manufacturing Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/barclay-manufacturing-company/", "s": "American maker of dimestore toy soldiers and diecast vehicles."}, {"n": "Bowser Manufacturing", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/bowser-manufacturing/", "s": "American manufacturer of HO scale steam locomotive kits and models."}, {"n": "Breyer Animal Creations", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/breyer-animal-creations/", "s": "Manufacturer of model horses since 1950."}, {"n": "Broadway Limited Imports", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/broadway-limited-imports/", "s": "Limited-run HO and N scale models with DCC sound."}, {"n": "Code 3 Collectibles", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/code-3-collectibles/", "s": "Customized scale model vehicles from Los Angeles."}, {"n": "Danbury Mint", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/danbury-mint/", "s": "Private mint known for collectibles and die-cast vehicles."}, {"n": "Estes Industries", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/estes-industries/", "s": "Pioneering model rocket kits and engines since 1958."}, {"n": "Mettoy", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/mettoy/", "s": "British toy maker known for Corgi die-cast vehicles."}, {"n": "Aluminum Model Toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/aluminum-model-toys/", "s": "American brand known for 1:25 scale promotional models and 3-in-1 kits."}, {"n": "The Franklin Mint", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/the-franklin-mint/", "s": "Private mint known for mass-marketed collectibles and die-cast models."}, {"n": "Franklin Mint Precision Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/franklin-mint-precision-models/", "s": "Die-cast collectibles sold by mail order from the 1980s onward."}, {"n": "Grenadier Models Inc.", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/grenadier-models-inc/", "s": "Official AD&D miniatures producer and pioneer of fantasy gaming figures."}, {"n": "Hawk Model Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/hawk-model-company/", "s": "America's oldest model company, pioneer of plastic kits."}, {"n": "Hobbico", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/hobbico/", "s": "Major hobby manufacturer and distributor with over 150 brands."}, {"n": "Hubley Manufacturing Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/hubley-manufacturing-company/", "s": "American toy maker known for metal car kits and promos."}, {"n": "Ives Manufacturing Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/ives-manufacturing-company/", "s": "American toy train giant from 1868 to 1932."}, {"n": "Jo-Han", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/jo-han/", "s": "Detroit-based maker of dealer promos and kits."}, {"n": "Johnny Lightning", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/johnny-lightning/", "s": "Diecast cars known for speed and a lever-driven catapult system."}, {"n": "K-Line", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/k-line/", "s": "O and S gauge trains from repurposed Marx tooling."}, {"n": "Kadee", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/kadee/", "s": "Model railroad manufacturer famous for its knuckle couplers."}, {"n": "Life-Like", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/life-like/", "s": "Affordable model trains and accessories since the 1930s."}, {"n": "Lionel Corporation", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/lionel-corporation/", "s": "American toy train manufacturer since 1900, known for solid construction."}, {"n": "Louis Marx and Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/louis-marx-and-company/", "s": "Gave customers more toy for less money."}, {"n": "Model Products Corporation", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/model-products-corporation/", "s": "American maker of plastic model kits and promotional cars."}, {"n": "Monogram (company)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/monogram-company/", "s": "American plastic model kit manufacturer, part of the Big Four."}, {"n": "MTH Electric Trains", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/mth-electric-trains/", "s": "American O gauge train manufacturer known for innovation and legal battles."}, {"n": "Penn Line Manufacturing", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/penn-line-manufacturing/", "s": "Early HO gauge model railroad manufacturer known for detailed die-cast locomotives."}, {"n": "Product Miniature Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/product-miniature-company/", "s": "Pioneer of plastic promotional vehicle models for dealerships."}, {"n": "Pyro Plastics Corporation", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/pyro-plastics-corporation/", "s": "American toy and model kit manufacturer from 1939 to 1972."}, {"n": "Testor Corporation", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/testor-corporation/", "s": "American manufacturer of model paints, adhesives, and tools."}, {"n": "TootsieToy", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/tootsietoy/", "s": "Enduring die-cast toy marque from Chicago, popular from the 1930s through the 1990s."}, {"n": "USA Trains", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/usa-trains/", "s": "G scale manufacturer offering 1:29 and 1:24 trains."}, {"n": "Varney Scale Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/varney-scale-models/", "s": "Early HO scale pioneer known for reliable motors and detailed models."}, {"n": "Williams Electric Trains", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/williams-electric-trains/", "s": "Traditional O scale reproductions of 1950s-era Lionel equipment."}, {"n": "Winross Models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/winross-models/", "s": "Pioneer of 1/64 scale promotional diecast trucks."}, {"n": "Wm. K. Walthers", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/wm-k-walthers/", "s": "Manufacturer and distributor of model railroad supplies since 1932."}, {"n": "Woodland Scenics", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/woodland-scenics/", "s": "Manufacturer of model scenery, pinewood racecars, and educational crafts."}, {"n": "Auto Pilen", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/auto-pilen/", "s": "Spanish die-cast maker known for recasting many other brands' models."}, {"n": "Ertl Company", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/ertl-company/", "s": "American die-cast toy maker known for farm replicas."}, {"n": "Fun Ho! Toys", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/fun-ho-toys/", "s": "New Zealand diecast toys made from 1935 to 1982."}, {"n": "Guisval", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/guisval/", "s": "Spanish die-cast miniatures since 1962, from Ibi to the world."}, {"n": "Hot Wheels", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/hot-wheels/", "s": "Scale model cars invented by Mattel, popular with children and collectors."}, {"n": "Husky (toy brand)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/husky-toy-brand/", "s": "Small-scale die-cast vehicles sold exclusively at Woolworth's."}, {"n": "Round 2 (company)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/round-2-company/", "s": "American manufacturer of scale models and hobby products."}, {"n": "Spot-On models", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/spot-on-models/", "s": "Diecast models made in Belfast, Northern Ireland, in 1:42 scale."}, {"n": "Bachmann Industries", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/bachmann-industries/", "s": "Model railroad manufacturer known for Spectrum line and E-Z Track."}, {"n": "Hattons Model Railways", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/hattons-model-railways/", "s": "British model railway retailer and manufacturer from 1946 to 2024."}, {"n": "Lionel, LLC", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/lionel-llc/", "s": "Largest O scale train manufacturer, rooted in a 1900 toy-train legacy."}, {"n": "Jakks Pacific", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/jakks-pacific/", "s": "American toy maker known for licensed figures and TV game consoles."}, {"n": "Tomy", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/tomy/", "s": "Japanese toy maker known for Pop-up Pirate and Pokémon merchandise."}, {"n": "Britains Deetail", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/britains-deetail/", "s": "Hand-painted plastic figures on metal bases, popular in the 1970s–80s."}, {"n": "Imperial Productions (New Zealand)", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/imperial-productions-new-zealand/", "s": "New Zealand manufacturer of hand-painted 54mm pewter toy soldiers."}, {"n": "Nosco Plastics", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/nosco-plastics/", "s": "Plastics molder of tiny toys, Cracker Jack prizes, and mail-order soldiers."}, {"n": "Remco", "u": "/e/model-manufacturers/remco/", "s": "American toy maker known for electronic innovation and licensed figures."}]