Model of the Month - February 2026
Hot Wheels Team Transport with a historic release
Fiat 642 RN2 Bartoletti Transporter & Ferrari 250 GTO
For the first time, our Model of the Month goes to a Team Transport set—and not just any set. The Hot Wheels Car Culture Team Transport featuring the Fiat 642 RN2 Bartoletti and Ferrari 250 GTO is a release that simply couldn’t be ignored.
Between the hype, the historical significance, and the fact that both models are brand-new castings, this set represents one of the most exciting premium releases in recent years.
The Bartoletti Transporter – Ferrari’s Rolling Backbone
At first glance, it might seem unusual—a Fiat transporting Ferraris. But in reality, this is one of the most authentic pairings in motorsport history.
The Bartoletti transporters, built on Fiat truck platforms like the 642 RN2, were used extensively by Ferrari during the golden era of racing. These transporters carried some of the most valuable and legendary race cars in the world from circuit to circuit across Europe.
Finished in classic Ferrari red, this Hot Wheels casting captures that legacy beautifully.
Key details include:
- Highly detailed front grille, featuring fine decals and badging
- Crisp lighting elements, text, and nameplates throughout the body
- Functional design with a double-stacked transport bed
- Movable rear ramp, adding playability and realism
- Metal construction, with plastic used only where necessary (the moving bed section)
- Newly developed “bus-style” wheels, perfectly matching the scale and era of the transporter
It’s a centerpiece model—large, imposing, and full of character.
Ferrari 250 GTO – Beauty Meets Racing Perfection
Few cars in history hold the same status as the Ferrari 250 GTO. Built for racing in the early 1960s, it combined performance, balance, and design in a way that still resonates today.
Widely considered one of the most beautiful cars ever made, the 250 GTO is more than a Ferrari—it’s the Ferrari.
Hot Wheels previously released a 250 GTO back in 2009, and while it had its charm, it came with limitations:
- Slightly higher stance
- Less refined detailing
- Proportions that felt a bit off or exaggerated
This new casting changes everything.
The updated version is:
- More accurate in proportions, capturing the true silhouette of the GTO
- Lower and more aggressive, giving it a proper racing stance
- Enhanced with premium detailing and finish
- Finished in a rich racing red livery that instantly connects with Ferrari fans
It’s a clear evolution—respecting the past while delivering a far more refined collector piece.
And honestly… we agree with Vettel:
Everyone is a Ferrari fan.
Why This Set Won
We chose this Team Transport set as February’s Model of the Month because it delivers on every level:
- Historical authenticity
- Two brand-new castings
- Premium execution and detail
- A perfect blend of display presence and storytelling
It’s not just a model—it’s a scene. A moment in racing history, captured in 1:64 scale.
With the Bartoletti ready to load and the 250 GTO prepared for the track, this set stands as one of the most complete and satisfying releases in recent memory.
And with the images above—including comparisons between the old and new GTO—you can truly appreciate just how far the casting has come.