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Revision as of 16:52, 24 May 2020
Description
"Speed, Power, and Attitude define the realm of Hot Wheels. One of the finest examples of these characteristics can be seen in the Maelstrom. Twin V-8 engines power the many curves of this wild ride with large scoops to pull in power giving air. Side vents and twin rear pipes quickly remove the exhaust from the firing of those 24 cylinders. The single seat cockpit allows for just one lucky soul to take the ride of their life at a time. Wouldn't you like to wait in that line?" I know I sure would!
The origins of the Maelstrom started in 2001 when Hot Wheels Director Of Design Nathan Proch, gave Fraser Campbell a design brief to create the ultimate vehicle for the European Hot Wheels market. Hailing from the United Kingdom himself, this was Fraser's first vehicle attempt for the Hot Wheels basic line. His first idea was to have the engines up front and the cockpit over the rear wheels. There was a concern however that it beared too much resemblance to the existing Twin Mill and Twin Mill II castings, so a change was needed. Back at the drawing board and wanting to keep the elements of "big engines, big power, and big attitude", Fraser continued to toss the layout of his design around. Eventually, his final forward cockpit and mid-engined design made it into production as 2001 First Edition car called the Maelstrom. The Maelstrom has been said by some to resemble the Hairy Hauler or the Vulture. It also tends to bear some similarities to the Vector M12.
Versions
The Maelstrom has been released in the following 1/64 scale versions:
Toy # | Col # | Year | Series | Color | Tampo | Base Color / Type | Window Color | Interior Color | Wheel Type | Country | Notes | Photo |
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28754 | 24 | 2001 | First Editions 12/36 |
Dark Blue | Grey Flames | Chrome Plastic | Tinted | Chrome | 3SP | Malaysia | Light Blue | |
53762 | 233 | 2001 | Mainline | Neon Yellow | Orange Flames | Black | Black | Chrome | 5DOT | Malaysia | ||
69554 | 2002 | Crash Curve Track Set | White | Grey Flames | Chrome | Tinted | Chrome | 3SP | Malaysia | |||
89090 | 2002 | Metro City Police Track Set | Red | Grey Flames | Chrome | Tinted | Chrome | 3SP | Malaysia | |||
89043 | 2002 | Pavement Pounders | Black | Grey Flames | Chrome | Tinted | Chrome | 3SP | Malaysia | |||
47378 | 2002 | Power Launcher | Yellow | Black Flames | Black | Tinted | Chrome | PR5 | Malaysia | |||
54436 | 221 | 2002 | Mainline | Silver | Octopus Tampo | Red Chrome | Red | Red Chrome | PR5 | Thailand | ||
56026 | 2002 | Hot Wheels Originals | Black & Chrome | Red, Blue Stripes | Black | Tinted | Chrome | PC5 | Malaysia | Target Exclusive | ||
2002 | Palm Desert Toy Fair | Red, White, Blue | Stars, Flame Outline, "Toy Fair 2002" | Chrome | Light Blue | Chrome | PR5 | Malaysia | ||||
54435 | 5pk | 2002 | Octoblast | Silver | Octopus Tampo | Red Chrome | Red | Red Chrome | PR5 | Thailand | ||
57042 | 5pk | 2003 | Cop Squad | Red-Orange | Bomb Squad Tampos | Black | Tinted | Chrome | SB | China | ||
57042 | 5pk | 2003 | Cop Squad | Red-Orange | Bomb Squad Tampos | Black | Tinted | Chrome | PR5 | China | ||
57042 | 5pk | 2003 | Cop Squad | Red-Orange | Bomb Squad Tampos | Black | Tinted | Chrome | 5SP | China | ||
C4560 | 2004 | Mutant Biotronic Kingdom Set | Purple | Mantis Tampo | Black | Orange | Chrome | PR5 | Thailand | |||
B3589 | 5pk | 2004 | Zero-G | Metalflake Light Blue | Circuit Board Tampos | Black | Light Blue | Chrome | PR5 | China | AKA: Velocity Vortex | |
H9057 | 149 | 2005 | Mainline | Black | Red Flames | Red | Red | Chrome | 5SP | Thailand | ||
H9057 | 149 | 2005 | Mainline | Black | Red Flames | Red | Red | Chrome | PR5 | Thailand | ||
H9057 | 149 | 2005 | Mainline | Black | Red Flames | Red | Red | Chrome | PR5 | Malaysia | ||
H6996 | 2005 | 2X Power Launcher | Blue | HW Logo & Flames | Black | Light Orange | Gold | PR5 | China | |||
H7047 | 2005 | Toys 'R Us Track Set | Flat Neon Yellow | Flames | Chrome | Tinted | Silver | PR5 | China | VHTF Short Run | ||
J3294 | 5pk | 2006 | Crazy Croc | Teal | Swamp Rocket Tampos | Black | Green | Chrome | 5SP | China | ||
J3294 | 5pk | 2006 | Crazy Croc | Teal | Swamp Rocket Tampos | Black | Green | Chrome | OH5 | China | ||
J2549 | 2006 | X-Pandables - Pizza Palace | Teal | Swamp Rocket Tampos | Black | Green | Chrome | 5SP | China | |||
J2560 | 2007 | QuickShot Launcher | Silver | Flame Tampos, "06" | Red Chrome | Red | Chrome | SB | China | |||
M6996 | 94 | 2008 | Web Trading Cars 18/24 |
Red | Orange, Yellow & Blue Tampos | Black | Blue | Silver | PR5 | Malaysia | Base Code(s): | |
M6996 | 94 | 2008 | Web Trading Cars 18/24 |
Purple | Orange, Yellow & Green Tampos | Black | Green | Silver | PR5 | Malaysia | Base Code(s): | |
H6291 | 2008 | Crash Curve Track Set | Flat Light Blue | Brighter Circuit Board Tampos | Black | Light Blue | Chrome | PR5 | Thailand | Base Code(s): | ||
M1018 | 2008 | G-Force Track Set | Darker Teal | Swamp Rocket Tampos | Black | Green | Chrome | 5SP | Thailand | Base Code(s): | ||
N8256 | 2008 | Black Friday 10-Pack | Dark Blue | HW Logo & Flames | Black | Orange | Gold | PR5 | Thailand | Base Code(s): Wal-Mart Exclusives | ||
X3217 | 2011 | Team Hot Wheels Commemorative 20-Pack | Gray | Orange, Yellow & Blue Tampos | Blue | Light Blue | Gold | PR5 | Malaysia | Base Code(s): | ||
2012 | Various Multipacks | White | Red, Teal& Blue Tampos | Blue | Red | Gold | PR5 | Malaysia | New Base Text Style Base Code(s): | |||
Y8135 | 2013 | Mystery Models 2 12/12 | Orange | Orange, Teal & Blue Tampos | Blue | Light Blue | Gold | PR5 | Malaysia | Base Code(s): | ||
BDW30 | 2014 | High-Speed Wheels Track Stars 9/25 |
Maroon | Red, White & Blue | Black Tint | Dark Blue | Chrome | HSW | Malaysia | Base Code(s): | ||
CDT20 | 5pk | 2015 | Track Aces | Dark Blue | White & Blue Tampos | Yellow | Clear | Chrome | PR5 | Thailand | Base Code(s): | |
DLH90 | 2016 | Scavenger Hunt 4/4 | Lime Green | White & Blue Tampos | White | Clear | Chrome | PR5 | Thailand | Base Code(s): | ||
11 | 2016 | Mystery Models (Canada Exclusive) | Green | White and blue Stripes, 68 on side | White | Clear | Chrome | PR5 | Malaysia | Base Code(s): | ||
? | 6/6 | 2017 | Easter | Green | Dark purple, yellow & white stripes on sides, 'Easter' '2017' on sides. | Yellow / Plastic | Tinted (Pink) | Chrome | purple & yellow OH5 | Thailand | Base code(s): J49 |
"Atomix" Versions
In 2002, the Maelstrom was released in the Atomix series.
Year | Series | Number | Color | Tampo | Base Color | Window Color | Wheel Color | Country | Photo |
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2002 | Atomix Display Case | N/A | Blue | Silver | ZAMAC | Red | Chrome | China | |
2002 | Scrap Yards Track Set | #7 | Black | Red & Yellow Flames | ZAMCA | Silver | Chrome | China | |
2003 | World Race | Street Breed #3 | Purple | Street Breed Tampo | ZAMAC | Neon Green | Chrome | China | |
2002 | Shark Park | N/A | Light Blue | Shark Park Tampo | ZAMAC | Orange | Chrome | China | |
2003 | Atom Moblies | N/A | Black | Flame Tampos | ZAMAC | Silver | Blue | China | |
2004 | Hot Rods | N/A | Orange | Flame Tampos | ZAMAC | Silver | Chrome | China | |
2003 | Rally Case Keychain | N/A | Neon Yellow | Black | Black | Chrome | China |
"Speed Demons" Versions
In 2003, the Maelstrom was released in the Speed Demons series. It features a pull back motor inside.
Year | Series | Number | Color | Tampo | Base Color | Window Color | Wheel Color | Country | Photo |
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2003 | Hot Wheels | 1/4 | Blue | Silver Hood Flames | Chrome | Black | Chrome | China | |
2003 | Hot Wheels | 3/4 | Grey | Silver Hood Flames | Chrome | Silver | Chrome | China | |
2003 | Yu-Gi-Oh! Set | N/A | Purple | Yu-Gi-Oh Tampos | Chrome | Black | Red | China | |
2003 | Hot Wheels | 1/4 | Metalic Pink | Silver Hood Flames | Chrome | Black | Chrome | China | |
2004 | Chrome | 4/4 | Chrome | Blue Flames | Black | Red | Blue | China | |
2004 | Tinted Chrome | 1/4 | Red Chrome | No Tampos | Chrome | Black | Chrome | China |
Gallery (Original Casting)
Gallery (Speed Demons Casting)
Gallery (Atomix Casting)
External Links
Hot Wheels Originals: MAELSTROM Scavenger Hunt Special Edition: MAELSTROM