Mattel is bringing the new Bladerunner-inspired Cybertruck to market even before Tesla does. Well, sort of. The Hot Wheels-branded R/C Cybertrucks will come in two versions: a $20 1:64 scale model and a larger $400 1:10 scale model. The latter has evidently sold out already in pre-order sales, and it is planned to ship sometime in mid-December 2020.
The smaller version is nice, but it’s the larger 1:10 model we wish was still available. It features functioning headlights and taillights, a Tonneau cover, and a telescopic tailgate that folds out into a loading ramp. The interior of this mini cyberpunk truck is revealed with a removable plastic body, which also provides access to the internal battery and drivetrain system.
Plus, with all-wheel drive featuring Chill or Sport modes, you know Musk’s design team is grinning ear to ear. Best part? Hot Wheels is throwing in a reusable cracked window vinyl sticker for good measure. Powering the futuristic truck is a 9.9V, 3300mAh, rechargeable battery offering 1:1 charge/run time.
Typically, the toy company reveals progressive, outlandish designs — but Tesla has flipped the script here, and nobody should be surprised. Again, the 1:10 scale RC Cybertruck is sold out, but the 1:64 is still available for preorders at the time of writing.
