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Database of Metal Constructions Systems
Alongside his Other Systems Newsletter (OSN) Tony Knowles has produced a database of all known Metal Constructional Systems and their most important parameters. By his kind permission, his database is now also available on this website. You can search this database using a number of different parameters as shown below. Note that more than one parameter can be selected at the same time.
Note that the bug which prevented results being displayed when a date range was selected has now been fixed.
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SYSTEM NAME : JOLEI
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
after World War Two (see comment *1) to early 1950s (some significant doubt)
after World War Two (see comment *1) to early 1950s (some significant doubt)
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
M4 (probably)
M4 (probably)
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
12 (approximately)
12 (approximately)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
11.0
11.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.4
4.4
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
---
---
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: square
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: square
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel
Steel
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7(probably)
7(probably)
Bolt diameter (mm)
7(probably)
7(probably)
Comments
Strips, Double Angle Strip. Angle Bracket in Set 0. Few if any different parts in Set 1. *1 1948 known from manual Print Ref.l
SYSTEM NAME : JOUET DÉMONTABLE GILBERT
Maker
Gilbert Erector
Gilbert Erector
System Type
Non-Meccano type
Non-Meccano type
Country
USA
USA
Dates
1919 to 1922
1919 to 1922
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
French name of GILBERT NEW WHEEL TOY sets.
SYSTEM NAME : JR ENGINEER
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
USA
USA
Dates
known in 1946
known in 1946
Material
Aluminium (Alloy) / Steel
Aluminium (Alloy) / Steel
Thread
6-40
6-40
Boss Type
single-tapped
single-tapped
Boss Thread
6-40
6-40
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
21 (approximately)
21 (approximately)
No. of Parts in System
27
27
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.6
3.6
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
3.6
3.6
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.2
3.2
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
(see comment *1)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
(see comment *1)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Steel finish
(see comment *2)
Steel with a Steel finish
(see comment *2)
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.7
7.7
Bolt diameter (mm)
5.5
5.5
Comments
2 phases with some different parts. 1st mostly aluminium; 2nd mostly steel. Painted Plates in both. *1Square Nut in manual. *2*3 Ph.2: Nut hex plain brass 6.4; Bolt hex with slot Nickel plated steel 6.6. mushroom head on longer Bolts.
SYSTEM NAME : JUEGO METALICO DE ARMAR F.M.
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Certain Argentinean
Certain Argentinean
Country
Argentina
Argentina
Dates
1945 to 1955
1945 to 1955
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
106 (see comment *1)
106 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.2
4.2
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Illustrations of parts & set contents just like MECCANO, but parts include M55,145,146,146a,160,161,196,197,198, & sets only go to #6. *1 Not all seen & part no's to at least 148.
SYSTEM NAME : JUGA
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch >12.7mm
Hole pitch >12.7mm
Country
France
France
Dates
1947 (see comment *1) to 1950s
1947 (see comment *1) to 1950s
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
4x.75
4x.75
Boss Type
eyelet
eyelet
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
36
36
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
14.0
14.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.1
4.1
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.8 (see comment *2)
3.8 (see comment *2)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Steel finish
(see comment *3)
Steel with a Steel finish
(see comment *3)
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.0
7.0
Bolt diameter (mm)
7.0
7.0
Comments
Parts include large braced Frames, some tapered. Strips: 8mm wide; 22mm wide with TRIX pattern holes. *1 Trademark registered. *2 Some 4mm. *3 Nuts also brass.
SYSTEM NAME : JUGUETES INSTRUCTIVOS
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Very like Meccano
Very like Meccano
Country
Mexico
Mexico
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
A manual shows models with Meccano-like parts (apart from a 5 holes Trunnion) made from a set called Ingeniera Infantil. A web image shows a possible Aero set from the same firm called El Constructor de Aviones.
SYSTEM NAME : JUNEERO [1]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
DIY type
DIY type
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
1935 to 1956 (see comment *1)
1935 to 1956 (see comment *1)
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
6BA
6BA
Boss Type
double-tapped
double-tapped
Boss Thread
6BA
6BA
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
40
40
No. of Parts in System
39 (see comment *2)
39 (see comment *2)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0 (see comment *3)
10.0 (see comment *3)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.0
3.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
2.7
2.7
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
2.6
2.6
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Steel finish
Steel with a Steel finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
4.8(see comment *4)
4.8(see comment *4)
Bolt diameter (mm)
4.6
4.6
Comments
Pat 441157/34. Strips 9.6mm wide. Pulleys & Tyres marked JUNEERO. *1 On sale in Holland in 1962. *2 Plus Tools. *3 & 6.5 in Pulleys. *4 Most Nuts probably 1/4".
SYSTEM NAME : JUNEERO [2]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
DIY type
DIY type
Country
Canada
Canada
Dates
1940 to 1948
1940 to 1948
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
22 (see comment *1)
22 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
---
---
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Limited range of parts, similar or identical to United Kingdom, Said to have been made in Canada but Tool certainly made in England. *1 Including Tools.
SYSTEM NAME : JUNIOR MECHANIC
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
USA
USA
Dates
1946 to 1950s (some significant doubt)
1946 to 1950s (some significant doubt)
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
5-40
5-40
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
13
13
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.5
3.5
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.2 (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.) (see comment *1)
3.2 (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.) (see comment *1)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Steel finish
(see comment *2)
Steel with a Steel finish
(see comment *2)
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.9(see comment *3)
7.9(see comment *3)
Bolt diameter (mm)
5.8
5.8
Comments
Flgd Plates have holes only in flanges. compare with ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTION SET made in same town. Strips, Brackets have 45° cropped corners but may exist with square ends. *1 Crank Handle only. *2*3 Also Nuts plain aluminium, 7.7 Across flats.
SYSTEM NAME : JUNIOR [1]
Maker
System Type
as TRIX (inc MCX)
as TRIX (inc MCX)
Country
Sweden (some significant doubt)
Sweden (some significant doubt)
Dates
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
1/8x
1/8x
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
23 (approximately)
23 (approximately)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
8.0
8.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.0
3.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: mush (slotted)
(some significant doubt)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: mush (slotted)
(some significant doubt)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
Small (like Meccano No.37c)
Small (like Meccano No.37c)
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
3 sets probably similar to United Kingdom TRIX Units aluminium, brass, slotted cheesehead. Chrome plated parts. Printing on material seen is Swedish but country of origin not entirely certain.
SYSTEM NAME : JUNIOR [2]
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Certain Chinese
Certain Chinese
Country
Sweden (see comment *1)
Sweden (see comment *1)
Dates
known in 2004
known in 2004
Material
Steel / Plastic
Steel / Plastic
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
single-tapped
single-tapped
Boss Thread
M4
M4
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
30 (more than)
30 (more than)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.25
12.25
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0 (see comment *2)
4.0 (see comment *2)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4 (see comment *3)
4 (see comment *3)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: dome (slotted)
(see comment *4)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: dome (slotted)
(see comment *4)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Bright plated finish
Steel with a Bright plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
6.9
6.9
Bolt diameter (mm)
6.5
6.5
Comments
5 sets with red/blue packaging (2 blister cards; 3 boxes) for 14-20 models each. Small TOYMAN on lids. Silvery Strips, Flanged Plates; blue Flex Plates; red Wheels & ?Trunnions. English text; *1Toyman is registered in both Sweden and Hong Kong and the sets were sold in Swedish shops *2*3 clearance for 4mm axles; *4 crosshead bolts.
SYSTEM NAME : K.do
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Country
France
France
Dates
1950s
1950s
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
18
18
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.5
3.5
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Parts as TUBEPLAC (7mm Tubes, etc) except colours (blue, black instead of red, yellow), but different sets? See also MEKA.
SYSTEM NAME : KA-KA-HA
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch >12.7mm
Hole pitch >12.7mm
Country
Former East Germany (probably)
Former East Germany (probably)
Dates
known in 1948 to known in 1952
known in 1948 to known in 1952
Material
Aluminium (Alloy) / Metal
Aluminium (Alloy) / Metal
Thread
M4
M4
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
34 (approximately)
34 (approximately)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.8
12.8
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.2
4.2
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
M4 (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
M4 (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: pan (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: pan (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Brass finish
Steel with a Brass finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
Large (like MÄRKLIN)
Large (like MÄRKLIN)
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Black Strips, Brackets, & Angle Girders; red, blue, green, black Plates; red Pulleys; silvery Flanged Disc Pulley. Lid has large Suspension Bridge & other smaller models. Dates from JCM.
SYSTEM NAME : KARL MARX ROCKET BUILDER
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Aerospace
Aerospace
Country
Russia
Russia
Dates
known in 1948
known in 1948
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
M3
M3
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
14
14
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Variable
Variable
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.5
3.5
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.0
3.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Dull plated finish
Steel with a Dull plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
5.6(mean)
5.6(mean)
Bolt diameter (mm)
5.4
5.4
Comments
Special parts to build 8 models with 2½” diameter body & 3 each large & small Fins.
SYSTEM NAME : KARUSSELL- UND SCHAUBUDENBAU
Maker
System Type
Not enough data to classify
Not enough data to classify
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1924
1924
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Maker J. Schneider, see Baukästen p306.
SYSTEM NAME : KEIM
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
Keim & Co.
Keim & Co.
System Type
Buildings
Buildings
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
circa 1923 to circa 1928
circa 1923 to circa 1928
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
----
----
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
8
8
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
---
---
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
---
---
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
---
---
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: --
Bolts: --
Nuts: --
Bolts: --
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
-- --
-- --
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
---
---
Bolt diameter (mm)
---
---
Comments
Very small models from metal parts that push together. Plates probably printed differently on each side.
SYSTEM NAME : KELLER (sets including metal parts)
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Non-Meccano type
Non-Meccano type
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1890 to circa 1914
1890 to circa 1914
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
----
----
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
32 (see comment *1)
32 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
---
---
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
---
---
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
---
---
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: --
Bolts: --
Nuts: --
Bolts: --
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
-- --
-- --
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
---
---
Bolt diameter (mm)
---
---
Comments
Delicate parts push together (eg Strips, Braced Frames into tappered cheese Girders) for Bridges, Roofs, etc, with Bricks as needed. *1 2 phases, c20 in each with 7 common. The change was c1896. For details & names of sets see OSN 49,
SYSTEM NAME : KELMAR POW'R HOUSE
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Non-Meccano type
Non-Meccano type
Country
USA
USA
Dates
known in 1947
known in 1947
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Special parts in sets for Ferris Wheel & Roundabout, with a few common to both. Also one or more sets to make a Motor for them.
SYSTEM NAME : KETTLES KONSTRUKTION KIT
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch >12.7mm and Meccano principle but sig. differences
Hole pitch >12.7mm and Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
after World War One
after World War One
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
6BA
6BA
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
20
20
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
15.9 (see comment *1)
15.9 (see comment *1)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.0
3.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
3.5 (see comment *2)
3.5 (see comment *2)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.0 (see comment *3)
3.0 (see comment *3)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: countersunk (slotted)
(see comment *4)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: countersunk (slotted)
(see comment *4)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Dull plated finish
(see comment *5)
Steel with a Dull plated finish
(see comment *5)
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
6.4(see comment *6)
6.4(see comment *6)
Bolt diameter (mm)
4.8
4.8
Comments
Data from parts & manual pages. Parts: 4 Flanged Plates, Strips, Brackets, balloon Wheels. *1 In balloon Wheels. *2 5/8". *3 Crank Handle, Axle 2.6 but genuine? *4 cheese head possible. *5 Long Bolts plain brass. *6 1/4"; 3/16 possible.
SYSTEM NAME : KICO
Manuals/Photos and/or an MCS document for this system are available here
Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
12 (see comment *1)
12 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
6.0 (see comment *2)
6.0 (see comment *2)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.0 (some significant doubt)
3.0 (some significant doubt)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
"KiCo" METALL-BAU-KARTON on lid. Nickelled parts: Strip 30x6mm with 5 holes plus 3 holes Strip plus Brackets from them plus 8 holes Wheel Disc plus Domed Disc plus N&B. *1 Very approx. *2 Also 12, both very approx.
SYSTEM NAME : KIKO
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Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
France
France
Dates
1946 (see comment *1)
1946 (see comment *1)
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
5/32W
5/32W
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
19
19
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7 (see comment *2)
12.7 (see comment *2)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.4 (see comment *3)
4.4 (see comment *3)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: square
Bolts: pan (slotted)
(see comment *4)
Nuts: square
Bolts: pan (slotted)
(see comment *4)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel
Steel
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.0
7.0
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
KIKONSTRUITOU also possible.. Before KITOU. Black parts with round holes but Model Leaflet has most slotted. *1 Name registered 1947. *2 Angle Girder pitch about 1½". *3 4.3 also reported. *4 Hex Nuts also possible.
SYSTEM NAME : KINCO ENGINEER
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Maker
British Metal
British Metal
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
1922 to 1924
1922 to 1924
Material
Steel (probably)
Steel (probably)
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
10 (more than)
10 (more than)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7 (probably)
12.7 (probably)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0 (some significant doubt)
4.0 (some significant doubt)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
From G&T. Wavy 'economy' Strips (narrowed between holes. May have also been called KINCO ENGINEERING.
SYSTEM NAME : KINCO ENGINEERING
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Maker
British Metal
British Metal
System Type
Hole pitch >12.7mm
Hole pitch >12.7mm
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
1920 to 1922
1920 to 1922
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
(see comment *1)
(see comment *1)
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
27
27
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
31.8 (see comment *2)
31.8 (see comment *2)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.8
3.8
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Brass
Brass
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Unusual very narrow Strips with holes in 'bosses'. In ads first called KINCO MECHANICAL ENGINEER. *1 Smaller than 5/32". *2 1¼".
SYSTEM NAME : KINDER-KONSTRUKTEUR, Der
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Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
Former East Germany
Former East Germany
Dates
after World War Two
after World War Two
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
M3
M3
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
36
36
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
7.5
7.5
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.2
3.2
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Many of the parts are like miniature STABIL. The Flanged Plate & 5 holes diameter Disc in the Crane and Motorcycle & Sidecar on lid do not match the actual parts.
SYSTEM NAME : KINEMA
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Maker
System Type
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
circa 1946 to 1950 (some significant doubt)
circa 1946 to 1950 (some significant doubt)
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
(see comment *1)
(see comment *1)
Boss Type
double-tapped (see comment *2)
double-tapped (see comment *2)
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
(see comment *3)
(see comment *3)
No. of Parts in System
68
68
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0
10.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
1.5 (see comment *4)
1.5 (see comment *4)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
6.1
6.1
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
5.9
5.9
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: --
(see comment *5)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: --
(see comment *5)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
5.9mm Tubes with 1.5mm holes, joined by Unions/Split Pins. *1 Only Collar, Threaded Pin. *2 Holes for Pin, not tapped. *3 Sprockets (used as Gears?). *4 6.6 for Tubes; 1.5 for attaching parts. *5 For Threaded Pin.
SYSTEM NAME : KIS TECHNIKUS
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Maker
System Type
Certain Hungarian
Certain Hungarian
Country
Hungary
Hungary
Dates
1950s
1950s
Material
Aluminium (Alloy)
Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
15.0
15.0
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
3.3
3.3
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Strips have square ends. Made by same firm as TECHNOKID with same parts.
SYSTEM NAME : KITANO
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Maker
System Type
Very like Meccano
Very like Meccano
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
after 1947
after 1947
Material
Steel / Aluminium (Alloy)
Steel / Aluminium (Alloy)
Thread
5BA
5BA
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
13
13
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.2 (mean)
4.2 (mean)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
---
---
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Steel finish
Steel with a Steel finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
6.3
6.3
Bolt diameter (mm)
5.5
5.5
Comments
Strips & Brackets, no wheels or axles. Most parts steel but Double Angle Strip aluminium. Holes 3.9-4.4. Parts not unlike LYNX but holes larger.
SYSTEM NAME : KITOU
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Maker
System Type
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Hole pitch <12.7mm
Country
France
France
Dates
1946 (see comment *1)
1946 (see comment *1)
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
5/32W
5/32W
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
19
19
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.6 (see comment *2)
12.6 (see comment *2)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.4 (see comment *3)
4.4 (see comment *3)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0
4.0
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: square
Bolts: pan (slotted)
(see comment *4)
Nuts: square
Bolts: pan (slotted)
(see comment *4)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel
Steel
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
7.0
7.0
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Followed KIKO. Silver painted parts with round holes at first, then many slotted. *1 Name registered in 1947. *2 Mean, from 12.5-12.7. About 1½" in Angle Girder. *3 4.3 also reported. *4 Hex Nuts also possible.
SYSTEM NAME : KITSPOCK
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Maker
System Type
Very like Meccano
Very like Meccano
Country
Brazil
Brazil
Dates
circa 1980 to circa 1990
circa 1980 to circa 1990
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
5/32W
5/32W
Boss Type
double-tapped (see comment *1)
double-tapped (see comment *1)
Boss Thread
5/32W
5/32W
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
50 (see comment *2)
50 (see comment *2)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.7
12.7
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.1
4.1
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4.1 (mean)
4.1 (mean)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.0 (probably)
4.0 (probably)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: round (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Bright Zinc plated finish
Steel with a Bright Zinc plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
6.4(probably)
6.4(probably)
Bolt diameter (mm)
6.9
6.9
Comments
Most parts MECCANO-like but some changed, eg extra holes, flat top 126. Some holes may be oversize instead of slots. *1 Some single tapped. *2 Estimate, may be more.
SYSTEM NAME : KLAX-TOY
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Maker
System Type
ERECTOR type
ERECTOR type
Country
USA
USA
Dates
known in 1925
known in 1925
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Set or sets to make a Clock using some ERECTOR parts.
SYSTEM NAME : KLIPIT
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Maker
System Type
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
1914 (see comment *1) to early 1930s
1914 (see comment *1) to early 1930s
Material
Steel / Wood
Steel / Wood
Thread
1/8W (see comment *2)
1/8W (see comment *2)
Boss Type
single-tapped
single-tapped
Boss Thread
1/8W
1/8W
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
22
22
No. of Parts in System
49 (see comment *3)
49 (see comment *3)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
---
---
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
---
---
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
4.9
4.9
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
4.8 (mean)
4.8 (mean)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
(see comment *4)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
(see comment *4)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Dull plated finish
Steel with a Dull plated finish
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
6.4
6.4
Bolt diameter (mm)
4.9
4.9
Comments
Hobbies. 1/2" wide wood Strips held by push-on Clips; metal fittings. *1 Possibly 1913. *2 Threaded Pin only. *3 Including 12 lengths of wood & 9 Clips. *4 Also Round head, 5.5mm diameter.
SYSTEM NAME : KLIPTIKO
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Maker
System Type
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
1913 to known in 1939
1913 to known in 1939
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
1/8W
1/8W
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
20
20
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
---
---
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
---
---
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
10.1
10.1
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
9.5 (approximately)
9.5 (approximately)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: square
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: square
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Steel with a Brass finish
(see comment *1)
Steel with a Brass finish
(see comment *1)
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
5.6
5.6
Bolt diameter (mm)
6.4
6.4
Comments
Tubes of about 3/8" diameter, also used as Axles, joined by similar tubes with springy forked ends. See also SNAPSTICKS. *1 Bolt plain steel.
SYSTEM NAME : KMS
Maker
System Type
Electrical/science
Electrical/science
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
Material
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
2 sets seen. Model steel has 'The KMS Way' & 'Instructive Models Ltd' on lid, & parts for a Motor. Model G has neither name on lid but 'KMS model G' on Instruction Sheet; it has parts for a better Motor & Fan.
SYSTEM NAME : KNIGHTS HEAD
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Maker
System Type
Non-Meccano type
Non-Meccano type
Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Dates
circa 1946
circa 1946
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
5/32x
5/32x
Boss Type
not tapped
not tapped
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
31 (see comment *1)
31 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Variable
Variable
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.0
4.0
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Mostly special parts for particular models. *1 In Gantry Crane.
SYSTEM NAME : KNIRPS [1]
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Maker
Walther
Walther
System Type
STABIL type
STABIL type
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
1932 to World War Two
1932 to World War Two
Material
Steel
Steel
Thread
5/32W
5/32W
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
16
16
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
12.5
12.5
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
4.2
4.2
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
---
---
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
--- (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
2 small sets K1 & K2, containing standard STABIL parts (with cheap finish), and a few special parts.
SYSTEM NAME : KNIRPS [2]
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Maker
System Type
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Meccano principle but sig. differences
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
after World War Two (see comment *1)
after World War Two (see comment *1)
Material
Steel (probably)
Steel (probably)
Thread
Boss Type
no boss
no boss
Boss Thread
----
----
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
--
--
No. of Parts in System
15
15
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
(Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
(Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts: square
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Nuts: square
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Models are simple Handcart & 3- & 4--Wheel Coasters. Parts are black and include a catch from an ammunition box. *1 Said to be very soon after WW2.
SYSTEM NAME : KNÖLL
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Maker
System Type
MÄRKLIN type
MÄRKLIN type
Country
Germany (probably)
Germany (probably)
Dates
Material
Steel / Plastic
Steel / Plastic
Thread
Boss Type
tapped
tapped
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
20 (see comment *1)
20 (see comment *1)
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Parts look like simplified MÄRKLIN, with variations, in nickel, red, blue, grey, white.
SYSTEM NAME : KOBLER
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Maker
System Type
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Mainly Rods/Tubes
Country
Switzerland
Switzerland
Dates
known in 1948 to known in 1951
known in 1948 to known in 1951
Material
Aluminium (Alloy) (probably)
Aluminium (Alloy) (probably)
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Rods, possibly 4mm, joined with formed Clips & Unions, plus Plates etc. Manual cover might be from 1950s. Patent dated 1948. 1951 price list is known
SYSTEM NAME : KOMBINATION
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Maker
System Type
Non-Meccano type
Non-Meccano type
Country
Germany
Germany
Dates
known in 1930
known in 1930
Material
Metal / Plastic
Metal / Plastic
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
8.5 (estimated)
8.5 (estimated)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
3.0 (see comment *1)
3.0 (see comment *1)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Strange parts with mix of metal, ceramic, & possibly wood. Some Strips, Brackets brown colour. Lid has Big Wheel & boy on floor playing with small Loco. *1 3-3½ estimated.
SYSTEM NAME : KOMEB
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Maker
System Type
MERKUR type
MERKUR type
Country
Dates
Material
Steel / Plastic
Steel / Plastic
Thread
Boss Type
Boss Thread
Diametrical Pitch of Gears
No. of Parts in System
Hole Pitch (Spacing) (mm)
10.0 (probably)
10.0 (probably)
Diameter of holes in Strips(mm)
Diameter of the Bore in Bosses(mm)
Diameter of Axle Rods(mm)
Types of Nuts and Bolts
Nuts:
Bolts:
Nuts:
Bolts:
Material/Finish of Nuts and Bolts
Size of the Nuts across Flats (mm)
`
`
Bolt diameter (mm)
Comments
Lid of Set EMP 1003 has MERKUR Motor & Battery Box on it. *1 Words on the lid could be Czech, Polish, or Serbo-Croat & the letters in KOMEB could be Cyrillic.