Description[]
The Dodge Ram Van, officially the B-Series, was a range of full-sized vans produced for the Dodge division of the Chrysler Corporation (later DaimlerChrysler) from 1971 to 2003. Despite being sold over three generations, the overall platform and most of the exterior sheetmetal remained unchanged over 32 years of production. The Ram Van was offered with numerous engines, from the 225 ci (3.7L) slant-6 to the 360 ci (5.9L) Magnum V8.
This casting is based on the third and final generation of the Dodge Ram Van. Even though these vans were never officially sold in Japan, many were imported and a cult following developed there, even spawning a racing scene. They are nicknamed Dajiban (Japanese: ダッジバン Dajjiban), the Japanese phonetic pronunciation of "Dodge van". Many are fitted with the 5.2L Magnum V8.
A kart and a full set of tires can be seen in the cargo hold.
Versions[]
The Dodge Van has come out in the following 1/64 scale versions:
| Col # | Year | Series | Color | Tampo | Base Color / Type |
Window Color | Interior Color | Wheel Type | Toy # | Country | Notes / Variations |
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| 050/250 | 2021 | HW Drift 2/5 |
Seafoam Green | "R.Y.U. 2021 HW Drift" on sides, various logos, detailed headlights & front grille | Black / Plastic |
Tinted (Smoke) | Chrome | Chrome 5SP | GRX21 | Malaysia | New Model Base code(s): N36, N37, N38, N40, N41 |
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| 050/250 | 2021 | HW Drift 2/5 |
Yellow | "R.Y.U. 2021 HW Drift" on sides, various logos, detailed headlights & front grille | Black / Plastic |
Tinted (Smoke) | Chrome | Gray 5SP | GTB84 | Malaysia | New Model Base code(s): N41, N51, N52, P03, P04 |
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| 055/250 | 2022 | HW Metro 6/10 |
Metalflake Purple | Detailed headlights & front grille, 'HW KART CO.' & logos on sides | Black / Plastic |
Tinted (Blue) |
Chrome | Chrome 5SP | HCT63 | Malaysia | Base code(s): P42, P44, P45, P48 | 
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| 055/250 | 2022 | HW Metro 6/10 |
Spectraflame lilac | "HW KART CO. SERVICE & PARTS", Ryu, Hoosier, Castrol, Bell logos, TH logo on side | Black / Plastic |
Light blue tint | Chrome | MiniC4SP | HCY16 | Malaysia | Super Treasure Hunt Base code(s): P36 |
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| 055/250 | 2022 | HW Metro 6/10 |
Blue | Detailed headlights & front grille, 'HW KART CO.' & logos on sides | Black / Plastic |
Smoke Tinted | Chrome | 5SPDark Grey | HJP28 | Malaysia | Best Buy Exclusive Base code(s): R23, R24 |
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| 066/250 | 2023 | HW 55 Race Team 2/5 |
Race Team Matte Blue | Detailed headlights, orange and silver accents, Hot Wheels logo, "55th" & "GOODYEAR" on sides | Black / Plastic |
Orange tint | Chrome | 5SP | HKH67 | Malaysia | Base code(s): R36, R37 | 
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| 066/250 | 2023 | HW 55 Race Team 2/5 |
White | Detailed headlights, Orange, Blue and Black accents, Hot Wheels logo, "55th" & "GOODYEAR" on sides | Dark Blue / Plastic |
Orange tint | Chrome | Gray 5SP | HKK28 | Malaysia | Base code(s): S08, S10 | 
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| 2023 | HW 55th Race Team 5-Pack | Race Team Matte Blue | Detailed headlights, orange and silver accents, Hot Wheels logo, "55th" & "GOODYEAR" on sides | Black / Plastic |
Orange tint | Chrome | 5SP | HTH34 | Malaysia | Identical to HKH67 Base code(s): |
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| 2023 | Hot Wheels Boulevard #68 |
Black | Detailed headlights and taillights, flame paintjob, "HW Fire Protection", "24/7" on sides, Dodge badge on rear | Black / Metal |
Heavy smoke tint | Chrome | RR5SP | HKF15 | Thailand | New Die-cast chassis Base code(s): R51, S02 |
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| ???/250 | 2024 | HW Vans ?/? |
HTB95 | Malaysia | Base code(s): | 
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2021 card[]
From the back of the 2021 card:
Born: 1994, Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Designer: Chrysler Corporation
The Dodge Van is one of the most iconic and versatile vehicles ever made. This customized version comes complete with a see-through roof revealing a racing cart on its way to the track. Of course, it's not a bad idea to take the wheel of the van and go sideways on the track too!
Gallery[]
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