Found this clone rather by accident while searching for something unrelated, appears to have been released by the New York based company Straco, and manufactured in Hong Kong. Having a date of 1975 makes it the oldest clone I have seen thus far. I cant find much info on Straco but they did seam to put out a number of trains ranging from plastic to even tin, however this is the only Plarail clone I've seen from them.
Pictures and info: http://minkara.carview.co.jp/en/userid/2.../34855613/
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On a side note the uploaders channel is well worth checking out as they have videos showcasing tons of vintage sets.
Pictures and info: http://minkara.carview.co.jp/en/userid/2.../34855613/
Video:
On a side note the uploaders channel is well worth checking out as they have videos showcasing tons of vintage sets.