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Bburago
Bburago is an Italian brand of die-cast vehicle models that originated in Burago di Molgora, Lombardy, in the 1970s. Its range includes replicas of road and racing cars in scales such as 1:18, 1:24 and 1:43, sold both assembled and, in some ranges, as kits. The brand became known for larger-scale model cars and has continued under May Cheong Group ownership since 2005. Current catalogues include licensed models of Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and other marques.
- Founded
- 1974
- Countries
- Italy
- Locations
- Burago di Molgora, Lombardy, Italy
- Founders
- Ugo Bresolin · Mario Bresolin · Martino Bresolin
The story of Bburago
Bburago originated in Burago di Molgora, Lombardy, in the 1970s. The 2015 Bburago catalogue traces the company’s beginnings to Martoys, founded by the Besana brothers, and describes its early focus on 1:18 and 1:24 scale replicas. The catalogue presents the brand as a specialist in large-scale model cars, including licensed vehicles from major automotive marques.
In 2005, May Cheong Group acquired Bburago and Polistil from an Italian company, expanding its existing model-making business, which included Maisto. Bburago became part of the group’s brand portfolio while retaining its Italian origins. The brand’s current range includes die-cast models across several scales, with road and racing vehicles and licensed designs.
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Original catalogues
Bburago 1993 English catalogueFree account to read
Bburago catalogue 1994 English versionFree account to read
Bburago catalogue 1997 English versionFree account to read
Bburago catalogue 1994 English versionFree account to read
Bburago catalogue 1986Free account to read
Bburago catalogue 1983Free account to read