Masudaya Mini Rocket Racer tin toy, specifically a 1997 reproduction of a classic Japanese friction toy.

The toy features a red and orange lithographed tin body with a "Rocket Racer" logo and the number "5".It operates using a friction motor, where pushing the toy forward powers its movement (and makes a chugging/chiming sound).The item measures approximately 4.5 inches in length, capturing a miniature version of the original 1950s design.

Plastic

pre-owned and well maintained; being sold by the original owner who purchased new in the '90s and only used for display