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Steel Flame

Steel Flame debuted in 2003 First Editions. It was produced across 2003 – 2015. The casting is credited to Dave Martis and Steve Platt. Reference sections include Description, Versions, 2007 card, Gallery.

2003 First EditionsUnlicensed Hot WheelsHot Wheels Original DesignsPickup TruckDave Martis DesignsSteve Platt Designs1:64Crank Itz Series
Debut year2003
Debut series2003 First Editions
Produced years2003 – 2015
DesignerDave Martis and Steve Platt
Collector no.56354
Reference statusOpen catalog page

Steel Flame by Dave Martis (1)
Collector identity

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Steel Flame first appears in 2003 First Editions. The current catalog tracks it across 2003 – 2015. Designer credit is listed as Dave Martis and Steve Platt. Check Description, Versions, 2007 card before trusting a vague seller title.

  • 2003 First Editions
  • Unlicensed Hot Wheels
  • Hot Wheels Original Designs
  • Pickup Truck
  • Dave Martis Designs
  • Steve Platt Designs
Exact variation matching

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  • Match the title to Steel Flame before reading price claims.
  • Use 2003 – 2015 as the production-window check.
  • Cross-check Description, Versions before calling the variation exact.
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Reference images

Real collector images for this casting and its known visual checkpoints.

First resin model of Steel Flame which is a 1/10 scale model (Dave Martis)
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Steel Flame illustration
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
Hot Wheels casting reference photo
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
2005 Packaged
Reference image sourced from the Hot Wheels Wiki casting page gallery.
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