Hot Wheels PREMIUM Fast & Furious Nissan Skyline GT-R (BCNR33)

The Hot Wheels Nissan Skyline GT-R (BCNR33), catalog number HCP26, is a collector’s model from the Premium line, released as part of the Replica Entertainment: Fast & Furious series as item 3/5. This 1:64 scale reproduction is aimed at adult collectors, fans of Japanese automotive culture, and the "Fast & Furious" film saga, and is distinguished from standard toy cars by its metal base, Real Riders rubber tires, and detailed printing.

The Nissan Skyline GT-R (BCNR33) casting was designed by Ryu Asada and debuted in 2018 in the Then and Now series as item FJV51. The 2022 HCP26 version is finished in yellow, with its most distinctive feature being a grey graphic depicting an ancient warrior with a sword, stretching along the sides of the body and complemented by the number "7" as well as detailed headlight and taillight prints. The base is yellow, glossy, and made of metal — a rare feature where the underside of the model matches the body color. The windows have a smoke tint, and the interior is finished in black. The model rolls on black RR6SPM wheels, which are six-spoke Real Riders with rubber tires. It is manufactured in Indonesia.

The model was created as part of Hot Wheels' collaboration with the Fast & Furious license for the Replica Entertainment series, which is dedicated to vehicles from the film universe. It is one of the more niche lines in the brand's offering; models from this series are produced in smaller quantities than standard Premium releases, making them harder to find today.

The real-life inspiration is the Nissan Skyline GT-R, internally designated BCNR33, produced from 1995 to 1998. The body was designed by Kozo Watanabe. The car was powered by a 2.6-liter, inline-six RB26DETT twin-turbo engine with a declared output of 276 hp, paired with a five-speed manual transmission and all-wheel drive. The engine was very similar to that of its R32 predecessor — utilizing the same turbochargers and transmission — but it featured reinforced synchronizers. A total of 16,668 units were produced before the model was replaced by the R34 generation. For years, the R33 remained in the shadow of the R32 and R34, but today it has gained the status of a cult classic.

For a collector, the HCP26 is a valuable piece: the R33 appears in Premium lines significantly less frequently than the R32 and R34, and the combination of the film license, yellow paint with a matching yellow metal base, and black Real Riders wheels makes this release one of the most recognizable in the history of this casting.

FAQ

Does the Hot Wheels Nissan Skyline GT-R BCNR33 HCP26 have rubber tires?
Yes. The model is equipped with black RR6SPM wheels, which are Real Riders with rubber tires, and a metal base.

What graphics does this model have?
The sides of the body feature a grey graphic depicting an ancient warrior with a sword, complemented by the number "7" and detailed light prints.

What distinguishes the base of this model?
The base is made of metal and painted a glossy yellow to match the body color — in most Premium releases, the underside of the model is black.