Matchbox - '61 Ford Ranchero - GKL78 - 1:64

The Matchbox ’61 Ford Ranchero (GKL78) is a 1:64 scale die-cast release that brings Ford’s classic car-truck hybrid into the Matchbox lineup in a clean collector format. This specific white GKL78 packaged version is 75/100 in the 2020 range and appears in the MBX Mountain lineup, making 2020 the correct release year for this exact packaged version.

Confirmed 2020 Release

Collector references identify GKL78 as the 2020 Matchbox release of the ’61 Ford Ranchero, issued as 75/100 in the mainline assortment.

Based on the 1961 Ford Ranchero

This casting represents the 1961 Ford Ranchero, the compact coupe utility vehicle that combined passenger-car styling with a practical pickup bed, giving it a distinctive place in classic American automotive history.

Distinctive White Mainline Version

This release is recognized for its white body, simple clean finish, dark window treatment, black interior, and black wheels with silver outer ring detailing, giving it a realistic period-inspired appearance in 1:64 scale.

Part of the MBX Mountain Lineup

The model’s 75/100 numbering places it clearly within the 2020 Matchbox range, where this version appears in the MBX Mountain assortment.

Strong Collector Appeal

Because it combines official Ford licensing, recognizable Ranchero styling, and a clearly documented 2020 mainline placement, this version stands out for collectors of Matchbox, Ford models, and classic utility vehicle castings.