Tintin Editions Atlas No. 36 Camion Rouge Miesse 1933 from The Blue Lotus 1:43 Model Truck

This collectible Tintin model is the Editions Atlas En Voiture Tintin No. 36 release, identified as the Camion Rouge from Le Lotus Bleu / The Blue Lotus. Released in September 2004, it recreates the red Miesse 1933-style truck from Hergé’s classic adventure, with a red cab, grey cargo bed, driver figure, and Tintin lying inside the rear truck bed. The model is displayed on a dark blue base marked Le Lotus Bleu, with a clear case and illustrated Chinese street backdrop.

Official Editions Atlas Release

Part of the first En Voiture Tintin collector series, this model is identified as Atlas No. 36, reference 2 118 036.

September 2004 Release

The exact Atlas release date for this collectible is recorded as September 2004.

Miesse 1933 Truck Design

The miniature represents the red Miesse 1933-inspired truck from The Blue Lotus, featuring a red front cab, black fenders, brown wheels, and grey open cargo bed.

Tintin in the Rear Bed

A standout detail is Tintin lying inside the truck bed, recreating the album-inspired scene with a dynamic character display.

1:43 Display Presentation

Produced in 1:43 scale, the model combines metal and plastic elements and comes mounted on a blue Le Lotus Bleu display base with clear cover and printed backdrop.