Model Police Vehicles
As the needs for policing grew, so did their fleets of vehicles. In the early years they British police used patrol cars, but slowly more specialist vehicles were introduced.
Additions to police forces included:
- Area Cars
- Response Cars
- Traffic Cars
- Armed Units
- Dog Units
- Mounted police Vehicles
- Motorcycles
- Horseboxes
- Removal Trucks
- Custody Units
- Umarked Cars (a challenge to spot!)
In the early years, the colours of these vehicles differed, but by the mid 60’s the iconic Panda Car appeared in Light Blue and White and became a popular image on TV ‘soaps’ like Heartbeat. Nothing got the heart racing more than the sight of the blue flashing light or the wail of the siren as police officers raced to an incident.
In the 1980’s there was a move to standardize these to white with stripes. In recent years the Battenberg markings have been used on white and silver vehicles as the needs road policing increased.
The addition of helicopters has also added the need for roof marking on the police cars.
The Oxford range of scaled diecast vehicles has many authentic liveries, so if you are modelling there is sure to be a UK police car in our range that is suitable for you.
See some of the great Classic Cars at Motor and Sports magazine.
Oxford Diecast Anglia Police Panda - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76105003£8.95The Anglia Police Panda was introduced in 1965 as part of a new approach to policing called "unit policing". Unit policing involved dividing a police force into smaller units, each of which was responsible for a specifi...£8.95
Oxford Diecast Austin ATV Police Mobile Column - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76ATV004£11.95The Austin ATV (Auxhiliary Towing Vehicle) was introduced in 1941 and continued in manufacture until 1943. Built on the Austin K2 2-ton short wheelbase chassis, these vehicles were made with reinforced steel to protect ...£11.95
Oxford Diecast Birmingham City Police
Product code: P007£4.95Oxford Diecast P007 Birmingham City Police Oxford Originals Non Scale Model Police Theme Dimensions and Weights Packed: 14.3cm x 3.9cm x 10.2cm ( L x W x H ) Unpacked: 8.9cm x 3.5cm x 4cm ( L x W x H ) Excludes shipping ...£4.95
Oxford Diecast Blackpool Police Humber Hawk MkIV - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76HH002£7.45In 1950 the Mark IV version was introduced with a larger 2267 cc engine than the Mark III. It also had larger 15 inch wheels. It had a top speed of 71.4 mph and could accelerate from 0-60 mph in 30.0 seconds Dimensions ...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Buick Century 1955 California Highway Patrol 1:87
Product code: 87BC55003£9.95The Buick Century was a full-size car produced by Buick from 1936 to 2005. The 1955 model was the first year that the Century was available with a V8 engine. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) began using the Buick Cen...£9.95
Oxford Diecast Cheshire Police Bedford HA Van - 1:43 Scale
Product code: HA009£10.95The HA van was very economical and sold well into the large fleets, notably the regional gas companies, the electricity boards, water authorities and British Railways and Post Office Telephones. When the Morris Minor ce...£10.95
Oxford Diecast Cheshire Police Minor MM - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76MMS002£7.95The MM came in 2-door, 4-door, and a convertible 4-seat Tourer. Over 250,000 were produced before it made way for the Series II. It would have cost around £340 at the time. Dimensions and Weights Packed: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x...£7.95
Oxford Diecast Commer PB Garda - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76PB006£7.45Registered 262 RYI, the Commer PB is decorated in all over dark blue with black chassis and black moulded interior. The intricate Gaelic Garda crest is printed on both sides, with Garda printed in white on the cab doors...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Cortina Mk I White Police - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76COR1002£7.45Launched in September 1962, and until a modest facelift in 1964 it was branded as the Consul Cortina before simply being sold as the Cortina. It became one of the best selling cars of all times aimed initially at buyers...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Durham Police Ford Escort XR3i - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76XR005£7.45The XR3, introduced three years earlier, straddled the divide between being a three-door, state-of-the-art family car and the powerful instrument loved by young - mostly male - drivers. The XR3i came with an improved sp...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Essex Police Land Rover Discovery - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76LRD001£9.95The Land Rover Discovery 3, as used by the Essex Police, carried the familiar yellow and blue chequered livery on a black lower body with dark blue rood, complete with roof light bars and highly visible red and yellow m...£9.95
Oxford Diecast Ford Consul Staffordshire Police - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76FC002£7.45This Ford Consul/Granada hails from Staffordshire , registration UFA 595R . Dimensions and Weights Packed: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H ) Unpacked: 6cm x 2.3cm x 2.cm ( L x W x H ) Scale 1:76 scale which means that...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Ford Cortina MKII Hampshire & IOW Constabulary - 1:76 S
Product code: 76COR2004£7.45The second incarnation of the Cortina was designed by Roy Haynes, and launched on 18 October 1966. Although the launch was accompanied by the slogan "New Cortina is more Cortina", the car, at precisely 168 inches (427 c...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Ford Transit Kk1 Police Motorway Patrol Gwent
Product code: 76FT1007£8.95Our first generation Ford Transit Mk1, dating from the mid 1960s, as used by the Police Motorway Patrol in South Wales, registered SAX134G from 1968/69. Its plain white body colour features clinical Police graphics in b...£8.95
Oxford Diecast Ford Zephyr White Police Car - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76ZEP003£7.45The Zephyr/Zodiac Mark III shared some of its mechanical components, as well as the basic chassis design, with the Mark II, but had a stronger overall body construction. The exterior was designed by Canadian Roy Brown w...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Garda Ford Transit 2006 SWB Med
Product code: 76FT007£8.95This short wheel base version of the Ford Transit, modelled with the medium high roof option, as used by the Irish Garda and comes in the familiar white, blue and yellow colour scheme used by the police. Stationed in Du...£8.95
Oxford Diecast Garda Ford Transit 2006 SWB Med. - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76FT007ID£8.45Oxford Diecast Garda Ford Transit SWB Med. - 1:76 Scale Dimensions and Weights Packed: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H ) Unpacked: 6.3cm x 3.2cm x 3.2cm ( L x W x H ) Excludes shipping carton Scale 1:76 scale means th...£8.45
Oxford Diecast Garda Land Rover Defender Station Wagon - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76DEF004£9.95This Defender takes on the guise of the Garda, the Irish Police Force, with a station wagon long wheelbase version. In characteristic white with yellow Garda markings along the sides, note the detailed badge on the side...£9.95
Oxford Diecast Hong Kong Police - 1:43 Scale
Product code: MIN011£7.95Oxford Diecast Hong Kong Police - 1:43 Scale Dimensions and Weights Packed: 13.7cm x 8cm x 6.3cm ( L x W x H ) Unpacked: 7cm x 3.2cm x 3.1cm ( L x W x H ) Excludes shipping carton Scale 1:43 scale means that this is 43 ...£7.95
Oxford Diecast Hull City Police Anglia Van - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76ANG030£7.45The last Anglia, the 105E, appeared in 1959 and when it ceased production in 1967 over 1,000,000 units had been produced. With a top speed of 73.8 mph it could accelerate from 0-60 mph in 26.9 seconds. Variants included...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Hull City Police Bedford CA Minibus - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76CA014£8.95This model is based on the 15 cwt series which was produced between 1959 and 1969. The Bedford CA had a 90 inch wheelbase, quite small by today's standards so they launched a 102 inch version which was designated the CA...£8.95
Oxford Diecast Humber Super Snipe Estate Police - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76SS004£7.45Humber Super Snipe Estate in police livery. ...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Jaguar F Pace Police 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76JFP004£9.95This Jaguar F Pace takes on an official role here as used by the Police, registered OE66 YFC. The white body is decorated with the modern yellow and blue Police graphics along the sides with the red and orange hazard ch...£9.95
Oxford Diecast Jaguar MKII Leicestershire & Rutland Conts - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76JAG2003£8.45Adhering to William Lyons maxim of "grace, pace and space", the Mark 2 was a beautiful, fast and capable saloon car. It came with either a 2.4 L, 3.4 L or 3.8 L Jaguar XK6 engine. In 1967, the Mark 2 became the 240 and ...£8.45
Oxford Diecast Jaguar MKVIIM Worcestershire Police - 1:43 Scale
Product code: JAGVII002£23.95The Jaguar Mark VII was a large four door sports sedan launched by Jaguar Cars of Coventry at the 1950 London Motor Show. The chassis came from the Jaguar Mark V with which the Mark VII shared its 10 feet (3,048.0 mm) w...£23.95
Oxford Diecast Jaguar MkVIIM Worcestershire Constabulary - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76JAG7003£7.45The Jaguar Mark VII was a large four door sports sedan launched by Jaguar Cars at the 1950 London Motor Show. The chassis came from the Jaguar Mark V with which the Mark VII shared its wheelbase. For this latest offerin...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Jowett Javelin Police - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76JJ004£7.45The Jowett Javelin was an award-winning British car that was produced from 1947 to 1953 by Jowett of Bradford. The model went through five variants labelled PA to PE, each having a standard and "de luxe" option.The car ...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Kent Police
Product code: P001£4.95Oxford Diecast P001 Kent Police Oxford Originals Non Scale Model Police Theme ...£4.95
Oxford Diecast Leicestershire Constabulary Triumph 2500 - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76TP003£7.45The third release off this tool, the Triumph 2500 appears in a police livery as used by the Leicestershire Constabulary. Registered XJF 141J, additional features include a transparent blue Police roof beacon. With black...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Liverpool City Police - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76LAN188007£8.95Rover chief engineer Maurice Wilks was inspired by his army-surplus Willys-Overland Jeep to create a workhorse vehicle for military and agricultural use - and for export abroad to kick-start both Rover's fortunes and th...£8.95
Oxford Diecast Merseyside Police Mobile Camera Ford Transit 2006
Product code: 76FT004£8.45This very accurate little model of a police mobile camera unit is as used by the Merseyside Police and is in highly visible yellow, blue and white chequered bands are down the sides incorporating the intricately coloure...£8.45
Oxford Diecast Met Police Wolseley 6/80 - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76WOL001£7.45Launched in 1948, production ran until 1954, during which time over 25,000 cars rolled off the Nuffield Company owned production line. Powered by a 2215cc 72 bhp six cylinder engine with four speed gearbox, the 6/80 was...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Metropolitan Police Roadster - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76MGB005£8.45The MGB was introduced in 1962, with a 0-60 mph time of just over 11 seconds, aided by the relatively light weight of the car. Handling was one of the MGB's strong points. The 3-bearing 1798 cc B-Series engine produced ...£8.45
Oxford Diecast Mid Anglia Police - 1:43 Scale
Product code: JM010£14.95There were many companies that carried out conversions to the J2. Some of the more popular were Woodham Brothers, Central Garage (Paralanian), Cotswold, Bluebird, Martin Walters, Autosleeper, Calthorpe and Pitt and Car-...£14.95
Oxford Diecast Morris 8 Nottingham City Police - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76ME004£8.45The Morris Eight was a small car inspired by the sales popularity of the Ford Model Y. The success of the car enabled Morris to regain its position as Britain's largest motor manufacturer. The Series I ran from 1935-193...£8.45
Oxford Diecast Morris Marina Cheshire Police - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76MAR004£7.45Oxford Diecast Morris Marina Cheshire Police - 1:76 Scale Dimensions and Weights Packed: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H ) Unpacked: 5.5cm x 2.1cm x 2.5cm ( L x W x H ) Excludes shipping carton Scale 1:76 scale means ...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Morris Mini Police - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76P009£7.45The Mini proved to be versatile over the years. It has been seen as a saloon, estate car, pick up van, cabriolet and also a very popular rally car. ...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Morris Minor - Light Bar on Cab - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76P008LB£7.45Morris Minor Panda Car. Dimensions and Weights Packed: 8.6cm x 5.3cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H ) Unpacked: 4.6cm x 2cm x 2.7cm ( L x W x H ) Excludes shipping carton Scale 1:76 scale means that this is 76 times smaller than t...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Morris Minor Police - 1:43 Scale
Product code: P008£6.95The Morris Minor 1000 was introduced in 1956 and from this original car all sorts of variations were introduced . These included vans , commercial vehicles ,pick-ups and campers.The different forces across the UK adopte...£6.95
Oxford Diecast Morris Minor Police - Light Bar on Van - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76P008£7.45The Morris Minor 1000 was introduced in 1956 and from this original car all sorts of variations were introduced . These included vans , commercial vehicles ,pick-ups and campers. Dimensions and Weights Packed: 8.6cm x 5...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Police - 1:43 Scale
Product code: JA004£10.95The J2 range was announced in June 1956 with a wheelbase of 7ft 6 ins and rated at 15 cwt. The van cost £554 and the 12 seater minibus £625, if you wanted heaters it would cost you £11 extra. The cab had two front panel...£10.95
Oxford Diecast Police Dog Patrol - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76MM036£7.45The Morris Minor 1000 was introduced in 1956 and from this original car all sorts of variations were introduced . These included vans , commercial vehicles ,pick-ups and campers. ...£7.45
Oxford Diecast Police Dog Section - 1:43 Scale
Product code: P009£4.95The police forces around the UK started using Mini vans in the early 60's and they quickly replaced many scooters that had previously been in use. It wasn't long before their size and versatility made them an ideal mode...£4.95
Oxford Diecast Police Ford Cortina MkII - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76COR2005£8.45The second incarnation of the Cortina was designed by Roy Haynes, and launched on 18 October 1966. Although the launch was accompanied by the slogan "New Cortina is more Cortina", the car, at precisely 168 inches (427 c...£8.45
Oxford Diecast Police Ford Cortina MkIII - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76COR3004£8.45If you collect Police models, the Oxford Diecast Police Ford Cortina MkIII, 1:76 Scale is a must. The Cortina is a classic motor and looked fantastic in its day. The Cortina was introduced in 1962 and changed the face o...£8.45
Oxford Diecast Police Jaguar XJS - 1:76 Scale
Product code: 76XJS002£8.45Jaguar XJS - Police - with registration A329 KHP . nn The Jaguar XJ-S which became known as the XJS in the 1990s, was classed as a luxury grand tourer, made between 1975 and 1996. The 2-door coupe was manufactured at th...£8.45
Oxford Diecast Police Mini - 1:43 Scale
Product code: P010£4.95Oxford Diecast P010 Police Mini Oxford Cars 1:43 Scale Model Police Theme ...£4.95
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