| The company Branth-Chemie A.V.Branth („Brantho-Korrux“ rust protection paints) is one of the leading manufacturers of corrosion protection paints for commercial end users in Germany.
Since the company’s 100th anniversary in 1987, there have been Brantho-Korrux promotional car models that the sales force has given to interested customers. We have compiled the following information for these customers and collectors. None of the models shown are still available from the factory; if you are interested, we recommend collectors‘ exchanges, swap markets and internet auctions. |
As the first "Brantho-Korrux" advertising model, the "Horse-Drawn-Removal-Van" (DG 11) was created for the 100th anniversary of the company "A.V.Branth" in a 936 edition as a replica of a closed paint transporter from 1887.
The design and final artwork were created by the Kehrberg advertising team.
The design and final artwork were created by the Kehrberg advertising agency, which previously worked for Matchbox Germany for many years. Contrary to standard practice, the print motif on the left-hand side of the vehicle is clearly different to that on the right-hand side.
There are approx. 150 models with the "Days-Gone" base plate, the other approx. 800 models have the "Lledo-Promotional" base plate. All models were delivered with the usual figures of the time, all boxes have a special text sticker "100 years A.V.Branth". The models were given away during the anniversary celebrations and were sold out immediately.
The great popularity of the first model led to the delivery of 1,044 "Ford-Stake-Truck" (DG 20) loaded with paint barrels 1 ½ years later; color tones and individual print motifs of the first model were adopted. "Brantho-Korrux" employees, representatives and customers enjoyed this "Made in England" Lledo promotional product at Christmas 1988. All boxes have a special "30 years of Brantho-Korrux" text sticker on the back.
The Chrysler pickup with the color barrels is the actual advertising model of this year and was ordered as a 2,000-unit edition. 124 models came as the DG 30 estate version (closed and without barrels). This variant is less attractive as an advertisement for Brantho-Korrux colors, but is particularly sought after by Lledo collectors, as there have only ever been very, very few vehicles with such a small edition.
On the DG 36 pickup (2,685 units were produced and shipped from Enfield on 20.9.1993), the printing on the barrels has been lovingly executed, they stand realistically twisted on the loading area; the printing on the tailgate, on the other hand, looks rather careless, and some classic car fans dislike the fact that a fax number is given because it doesn't look authentic.
Matchbox now also offered promotional models. The Ford Transit is a common vehicle on German roads and therefore served as a model for a Brantho-Korrux advertising model in a run of just 500 units. Matchbox had the models produced in China and printed and packaged in England. The red vehicle is rather small and unspectacular, the monochrome yellow print is razor-sharp but not very brilliant or opaque. Due to the comparatively small edition and the worldwide Matchbox fan community, this model is nevertheless very popular.
The 1956 "VW-Bully" was produced by Lledo in Enfield for the 40th anniversary of the "Brantho-Korrux" brand in a run of 1,000 units and quickly became the most popular model among the "Brantho-Korrux" advertising vehicles. Chrome-plated hubcaps and successful printing in the style of the 1950s make this vehicle just as attractive as the "larger" scale of approx. 1:45 compared to the previous models.
This attractive post-war truck was not based on any old Days-Gone model, but was created using a resin sample before the start of production of the first Days-Gone variant, as Lledo had not originally planned to load this vehicle with barrels. The design of color variants and prints no longer required laborious manual work, but Lledo had a convenient computer program.
This resulted in a pair, two models that are different in terms of the basic colors, but could be printed in exactly the same way.
The LP 67 Ford semi-trailer truck was produced in 2 variants: 920 units for German customers with the A.V.Branth company logo on the rear doors and 100 units without logo for customers of foreign representatives of A.V.Branth, primarily in Switzerland and Holland.
In the same year, Lledo also delivered 1,108 Scammel (LP 44) in white, but these were not given away by A.V.Branth to Brantho-Korrux customers until 1999. The Scammel model bears the same imprint on the sides as the silver-colored Ford semi-trailer.
At the turn of the millennium, something bigger was planned compared to all previous "Brantho-Korrux" advertising models: an almost 30 cm long Lledo marathon semi-trailer in 1:76 scale. In the fall of 1999, Lledo was delayed in delivery and although models and printing plates had already been produced, it was no longer possible to complete them due to the Lledo bankruptcy.
As a short-term replacement, 500 H0-"Mercedes-Actros" from Chinese production were printed in Germany with the originally planned design (scaled down, of course) and finished in time for Christmas and the turn of the year.
Oxford Diecast produced the classic English Routemaster double-decker bus this year ("Made in UK") as a Brantho-Korrux advertising model with three-color stickers and single-color printing. The destination of the only Brantho-Korrux advertising model labeled in English to date is Birchington in the county of Kent, the headquarters of the English Brantho-Korrux agency. Of the 500 models produced, around 200 remained on the island, meaning that the number of models available in Germany was comparatively very small.
This year, a set of 3 steam-powered Lledo models (LP 6171 - LP 6173) in 1:76 scale was created, 928 pieces each in a particularly attractive gift box. While the nostalgic motif of the gift packaging was drawn in England, the models and packaging were manufactured in China, as was customary at the time. Each model was accompanied by a "Thank you" folding card with b /w photos and an accompanying text with explanations of the respective model.
The Foden steam truck symbolizes a time when "A.V.Branth" customers still ordered their paint requirements for the following year in autumn, only to be supplied with a consignment in spring. "Just-in-time" and "logistics" were understood differently at the beginning of the last century than they are today.
The Display Steam Tractor (DG 125) and especially the Burrell Steam Road Roller do not advertise "Brantho-Korrux" rust protection paints directly, like all the previous models, but rather indirectly show the advantages of high-quality corrosion protection using two examples, whereby construction machinery, road construction machinery and road maintenance vehicles in particular were and are important areas of application for "Brantho-Korrux" rust protection paints.
The three models also represent the period in which the A.V.Branth company moved. The production site in Hamburg-Ottensen, which was well over 100 years old, was abandoned in favor of a newly built production facility in Glinde near Hamburg. The term "Branth-Hamburg", which has been used since 1887, changes to "Branth-Glinde/Hamburg" or "Branth-Glinde"
The small editions of the "Brantho-Korrux" advertising models are probably not so lucrative for Corgi/Lledo, which is why three models were created by "Oxford-Diecast" in 2004. As has been customary for several years now, the models were designed in England and manufactured in China.
Ford "T"
1008 models of the Ford "T" with a large advertising color can on the loading area were enthusiastically received by Brantho-Korrux customers.
1008 models of the Bedford delivery van were also largely delivered in 2004. The chrome-plated rims make the model even more attractive.
The "Thornycroft" double-decker bus (open top) was also delivered in 1008 units, but will only reach Brantho-Korrux customers one year later (end of 2005) as a promotional model.
Branth`s special colors have been around since 1887, i.e. for 120 years.
The first Brantho-Korrux was produced in 1957, 50 years ago.
The Brantho-Korrux "3 in 1" variety has been around since 1987, now 20 years.
Three car models on an international collector's scale of approx. 1:45 and in a strictly limited edition show something of the zeitgeist of the 1950s, a time when lead-based rust protection paints were predominant, but when the highly effective lead-free Brantho-Korrux also came onto the market.
On the chassis of the VW Beetle, Volkswagen built the most successful transporter based on a sketch by its Dutch importer.
The original Morris Mini came with an extended chassis as a station wagon, this was not a leisure vehicle but a very cost-effective workhorse.
Cars from many European manufacturers were given the eponymous box as the rear half for loading and storage space, ideal for painters and craftsmen.
We have been producing the lead-free, high-solids rust protection paints "Brantho-Korrux" since 1957. They were immediately popular with trade, industry, craftsmen and authorities, particularly as maintenance paints. VW Bus T1, Mercedes L319 and Opel Blitz are typical delivery and service vehicles from the first decade of Brantho-Korrux production.
These nostalgic BUB vehicle models in the popular H0 model railway scale were released in 2008, limited to just 500 pieces per set, in an exclusive version with "juweled headlights", front headlights like exclusive model cars had in the 1960s.
The 4 sets, each with two vehicles, have the same image on the cardboard slipcase and tin box. Each set contains a VW T1 bus, printed differently in each set, some with a ladder on the roof, and a Mercedes L319 or an Opel Blitz in different colors or prints.
Two BUB-H0 sets, each with a VW T2 as towing vehicle. On the trailer either a VW T1 "fire brigade" or a Porsche 956 "police".
500 sets each as promotional models in spring 2010. Heavy and finely detailed metal models in tin box.
For 2011, we have recreated a little nostalgia for you in a set of 3 vehicle models in 1:76 scale:
From 1948, the Land-Rover, shown here with the middle 88-inch chassis, was the first choice on many continents for decades when a vehicle with reliable off-road capability was needed. Land Rover fans were among the first to discover Brantho-Korrux "3 in 1" for maintenance. These vehicles are built in a mixed construction of aluminum and steel, and Brantho-Korrux "3 in 1" is equally suitable for both.
The model of the Ferguson TE20 tractor from 1948 is true to scale and looks almost dainty compared to modern agricultural vehicles. Farmers were the first customer group to discover the advantages of the high corrosion protection quality, high environmental compatibility and easy application of Brantho-Korrux and used it to protect greenhouses, equipment, machinery and vehicles.
The VW T2 bus was built in various versions over 2.5 million times between 1967 and 1979. In addition to its function as a commercial vehicle, it served countless young people as a leisure vehicle with great transportation and overnight accommodation potential. The "Bulli" with the robust air-cooled rear engine is still a permanent guest on surf beaches around the world today, including at Fistral Beach in Newquay (Cornwall, England).
In the anniversary year, Brantho-Korrux promotional car models were presented to suppliers, employees, customers and anniversary guests on various occasions. By popular request, a small catalog was also created with illustrations and brief descriptions of all Brantho-Korrux promotional car models from the last 25 years.
Set of 3 VW buses
This set of 3 VW buses appeared late at the turn of the year 2011/12. The original Type T2a was built in Germany from 1967 to 1971, and a variant is still produced in South America today.
The original panel van cost DM 7,200 at the end of the 1960s, the estate (without firefighting equipment) DM 7,500 and the flatbed (without bows and tarpaulin) just under DM 7,000.
The license plates of the 1,000 vehicles in this 1:76 scale set refer to the 125th anniversary of the company, to 55 years of the "Brantho-Korrux" brand, to the former location (HH) and the current Glinde(OD).
The colorful MB 319D with flatbed and tarpaulin is a large model, as is the historically rather authentic panel van of the same type in its colors and printing, both in 1:43. These models from Premium-Classixxs are only available in an edition of 500 pieces each.
There was enthusiasm about the "German" set of 3: a classic Beetle from the 1960s, a VW Bus T2 as a Westfalia camper and a VW Golf 1 GTI from the 1970s.
Three vehicles in "black - red - yellow" in a small transparent display case with imprint "125 years A.V.Branth". Manufacturer: Oxford-Diecast, edition: 1,000 pieces.
The MG "TC" in the color sequoia-cream, as it was built at the end of the 1940s, then came as a single model in 1:76. As with the original, the radiator grille on this model is the same color as the vehicle seats, in this case wine red. One thousand of these little speedsters now delight their owners.
A fire engine from the period between the First and Second World Wars is the model for the attractive 1:76 scale promotional car model for 2013. A 1,000 edition labeled "retten - löschen - bergen - schützen" and "112" was delivered. A special feature is the turntable ladder from the German manufacturer "Metz", which was not only impressive in the original.
A "European" set of 3 follows later with Mini, duck and beetle. An eye-catching Mini, known from film and television, the car of Mr. Bean. A Charlston duck, as we know it in one form or another from many French films, some also say seriously: Citroen 2CV. The 1967 Beetle with the distinctive stripes and the "53" is of course "Herbie", star of the films of the same name.
The "Brantho-Korrux" car models at the end of 2014 commemorate a major historical event 25 years ago: The opening of the inner-German border.
BarkasThe Barkas was the delivery van commonly used in the East, usually in more practical colors before reunification. This "Schuco-Piccolo"-kit is available exclusively for long-standing "Brantho-Korrux"-customers in the then so-called New Federal States, as well as employees and sales representatives. A folding card with memories from "25 years ago" accompanies these models.
We used such a VW bus to transport urgent loads "Brantho-Korrux" eastwards in the immediate post-reunification period, as the otherwise contracted freight forwarders lacked the necessary capacity. This 1:76 scale model by Oxford-Diecast is a good representation of the original used at the time.
Friends of older American vehicles like to use Brantho-Korrux when restoring, upgrading or converting
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The first Ford Mustang convertible appeared 50 years ago. The reason for this model of the 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible is also that one of our long-standing customer advisors is a "pony car" driver and enthusiast.
Model: Oxford diecast, 1:87, edition: 1,500 pieces
was one of the best-selling cars of the 1960s and 70s, as Austin1100, Austin1300, Austin-Glider, MG, Morris, Wolsley, Riley and others, simply sporty or luxurious. Designed by the inventor of the Mini, with similarly great driving characteristics, excellent use of space, but also miserable rust prevention. Some have survived, some thanks to restoration with Brantho-Korrux.
This model is the sporty Austin 1300 GT with 68 hp/155 km/h max.
Model: Oxford-Diecast, 1:76, edition: 1,500 pieces
"Genuine Branth's protective paints" have been around since 1887, the first lead-free rust protection paint "Brantho-Korrux" since 1957.
When the original Brantho-Korrux "3in1" was first sold at the end of 1987, the original Porsche 911 Turbo had already been around for 12 years.
Just as Porsche has been constantly developing the 911, Brantho-Korrux "3in1" has also been undergoing further development and improvement for 30 years.
The original Schuco model in 1:64 scale is available in a thank you edition for Brantho-Korrux customers as a white and yellow collector's model with a Brantho-Korrux sticker on the rear window.
At the turn of the year 2017/2018 there is a "model car" as a thank you for our good customers, a Pistenbully in scale 1 : 120 from Siku. (The snow is not included.)
A particularly popular promotional model is the 1:60 scale VW Amarok breakdown service from Siku. A plain white vehicle (Doka pickup) with dark blue stripes on the sides and discreet lettering (left: "www.Rostschutzfarbe.de", right: "www.Brantho-Korrux.de"). The driver and passenger doors can be opened. The fender extensions are printed in black. The typical Brantho-Korrux paint can be seen on the rear window, with the lettering "Danke". The rear lights appear almost three-dimensional thanks to multicolored printing.
A new Siku model in 1:60 for the turn of the year 2019/20: The VW Caravelle two-tone in silver-blue. Strictly speaking a hybrid, a T5 with T6 paintwork. The orange-yellow Brantho-Korrux can with the blue "Danke" lettering on the rear window (as with the Siku Amarok and the Schuco Porsches in previous years). Tailgate can be opened. And this model is not packed in the usual blister packaging, but in an attractive display box with photos and information text. This model is also available for loyal Brantho Korrux customers to enjoy, collect and play with.
Brantho-Korrux has been popular for decades for the maintenance of winter service equipment and vehicles.
This year, the Unimog U 406 from Schuco is available as a Brantho-Korrux promotional model in the traditional "Matchbox" scale of 1:64.
Until the mid-1980s, the municipal Unimogs were orangeRAL2000, since then orangeRAL2011 like our model. Grey-white DB 9136 was often ordered, most U 406s at the time were sea-green DB 6277 (a pale lime green).
The Brantho-Korrux models have a gray tarpaulin and a small paint can is printed on both doors. As with the Schuco Porsche in 2016, there is a special Brantho-Korrux window folding box.
This little "thank you" is designed in "railroad scale" H0 and painted in the original colors "oxblood MB 3575" and "standard green MB 6277".
A Schuco model made of metal with plastic parts and different tarpaulin printing on the left and right side.
Another Mercedes short hood L911. This time with the chassis in "oxblood MB 3575" and the body in "standard blue MB 5328". The gray tarpaulin is printed differently on both sides.
The original was produced in Mannheim from 1961 (until 1984), and the first Brantho-Korrux "nitrofest" was introduced in 1961 and has been continuously developed ever since.
The last "Brantho-Korrux" short bonnet. And probably one of the last Schuco H0 models. Lovingly finished in municipal orange, with yellow flashing lights and warning stripes, with a license plate "HH BK 61".
The gray tarpaulin is again printed differently on both sides by a Brantho-Korrux user who is proud to work with Brantho-Korrux.
For 2025, there is something very typically Hamburg
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As typical of Hamburg as the Alster and Michel and harbor and Elphi and Labskaus and Brantho-Korrux:
A vending cart for fish sandwiches on a scale of 1:76.
A Mercedes Sprinter from Oxford Diecast, lovingly printed on all sides - it's enough to make anyone's mouth water.
And if you don't like crab or matjes in a crispy roll, you can get ice cream or drinks.
