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Hot Wheels RLC F1 Formula 1 2026 Concept Car #2
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Hot Wheels RLC F1 Formula 1 2026 Concept Car #2
179,99 zł
Hot Wheels
RLC - Red Line Club
F1 Formula 1 2026 Concept Car
JNR58
Factory sealed
You are purchasing the specific model from the numbered photos
Seller RLC4C
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The Hot Wheels HW-26, officially named the Formula 1 2026 Concept Car and cataloged as JNR58, is a collector's model released in the Mattel Creations Collaboratory series—a distribution channel designed for adult collectors and featuring the brand's most limited releases. This 1:64 scale replica is aimed at premium model collectors and Formula 1 fans, distinguished from standard toy cars by its metal base and rubber tires.
The HW-26 casting was designed by Rob Matthes and Manson Cheung, and it debuted exclusively in this series in 2026, making the JNR58 the first-ever release of this casting. The model is finished in black with diagonal red, yellow, and silver stripes, Hot Wheels logos on the sidepods and rear wing, Formula 1 branding on the air intake above the driver and on the wing struts, and the number "68" on the nose—a nod to the brand's founding year. The base is black metal, while the halo (the protective cockpit structure) and interior are also rendered in black. The model rolls on RRPPZ wheels, which are Real Riders with rubber tires. The country of origin is Thailand. A distinctive detail of the casting is the rear fin, styled to resemble the Hot Wheels logo.
The model was created through a collaboration between Hot Wheels and Formula 1 and is not a replica of any specific team's car; rather, it is the brand's own interpretation, designed in accordance with the technical regulations effective from the 2026 season. The yellow and black color scheme and the number 68 are Hot Wheels' signature brand colors applied to a Formula 1 shape.
As the HW-26 is a concept car, there is no real-world road or track counterpart to compare it to. However, it is worth noting what its design is based on: the 2026 Formula 1 regulations mandate significant aerodynamic changes and cars that are shorter, narrower, and lighter than their predecessors. A shortened wheelbase is intended to improve cornering, while narrower tires and lower weight are aimed at reducing aerodynamic drag. The Hot Wheels casting faithfully reproduces these proportions, making it one of the first model interpretations of the new F1 era.
For collectors, the JNR58 is a high-potential item: a debut release of a new casting, limited distribution via Mattel Creations, an official Formula 1 license, and premium construction with a metal base and rubber tires. Models from this sales channel almost never reach standard retail stores, causing them to become immediate subjects of secondary market trading.
FAQ
Does the Hot Wheels HW-26 JNR58 have rubber tires?
Yes. The model is equipped with RRPPZ wheels, which are Real Riders with rubber tires, as well as a metal base.
What does the number "68" on the nose of the model mean?
It is a reference to 1968, the year the Hot Wheels brand began. The number is part of the signature livery for this release.
Does the HW-26 replicate a specific Formula 1 team's car?
No. It is an original Hot Wheels design—a proprietary interpretation of a car built to the 2026 technical regulations, rather than a copy of any team's vehicle.
The HW-26 casting was designed by Rob Matthes and Manson Cheung, and it debuted exclusively in this series in 2026, making the JNR58 the first-ever release of this casting. The model is finished in black with diagonal red, yellow, and silver stripes, Hot Wheels logos on the sidepods and rear wing, Formula 1 branding on the air intake above the driver and on the wing struts, and the number "68" on the nose—a nod to the brand's founding year. The base is black metal, while the halo (the protective cockpit structure) and interior are also rendered in black. The model rolls on RRPPZ wheels, which are Real Riders with rubber tires. The country of origin is Thailand. A distinctive detail of the casting is the rear fin, styled to resemble the Hot Wheels logo.
The model was created through a collaboration between Hot Wheels and Formula 1 and is not a replica of any specific team's car; rather, it is the brand's own interpretation, designed in accordance with the technical regulations effective from the 2026 season. The yellow and black color scheme and the number 68 are Hot Wheels' signature brand colors applied to a Formula 1 shape.
As the HW-26 is a concept car, there is no real-world road or track counterpart to compare it to. However, it is worth noting what its design is based on: the 2026 Formula 1 regulations mandate significant aerodynamic changes and cars that are shorter, narrower, and lighter than their predecessors. A shortened wheelbase is intended to improve cornering, while narrower tires and lower weight are aimed at reducing aerodynamic drag. The Hot Wheels casting faithfully reproduces these proportions, making it one of the first model interpretations of the new F1 era.
For collectors, the JNR58 is a high-potential item: a debut release of a new casting, limited distribution via Mattel Creations, an official Formula 1 license, and premium construction with a metal base and rubber tires. Models from this sales channel almost never reach standard retail stores, causing them to become immediate subjects of secondary market trading.
FAQ
Does the Hot Wheels HW-26 JNR58 have rubber tires?
Yes. The model is equipped with RRPPZ wheels, which are Real Riders with rubber tires, as well as a metal base.
What does the number "68" on the nose of the model mean?
It is a reference to 1968, the year the Hot Wheels brand began. The number is part of the signature livery for this release.
Does the HW-26 replicate a specific Formula 1 team's car?
No. It is an original Hot Wheels design—a proprietary interpretation of a car built to the 2026 technical regulations, rather than a copy of any team's vehicle.