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Motormax Challenger Hellcat 79201BK: Midnight Eclipse 1:24 Guide

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Motormax 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody Midnight Eclipse in matte black with gold graphics, 1:24 79201BK

Motormax item 79201BK represents the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody in a matte-black-and-gold Midnight Eclipse presentation at 1:24 scale. The officially licensed finished model combines diecast metal with plastic detail parts, real rubber tires, opening doors, a detailed interior, widebody fender flares, a front splitter, rear spoiler and blackout wheels.

The exact decoration is part of the release identity. Match the matte black body, gold stripes and graphics, Midnight Eclipse series name, 1:24 scale, manufacturer item 79201BK and barcode 661732792016. The Muncle Mikes product record includes one exact 1600-by-1200 image of the supplied configuration.

Motormax 79201BK at a glance

  • Manufacturer: Motormax
  • Series: Midnight Eclipse
  • Vehicle represented: 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody
  • Scale: 1:24
  • Finish: Matte black with gold stripes and graphics
  • Construction: Diecast metal with plastic detail parts
  • Tires: Real rubber
  • Doors: Opening
  • Hood and trunk: No opening function identified
  • Interior: Detailed molded cabin
  • Exterior features: Widebody flares, front splitter and rear spoiler
  • Wheels: Blackout treatment
  • Powered features: None identified; no batteries required
  • Approximate dimensions: 8 × 3.5 × 2.5 inches
  • Packaging: Manufacturer window box
  • Manufacturer item: 79201BK
  • Store SKU: F977-79201BK
  • Barcode: 661732792016

What the 2018 Hellcat Widebody represented

Dodge introduced the Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody for 2018 by adapting the broad fender treatment first seen on the Challenger SRT Demon. The production car’s flares added 3.5 inches to its overall width and created room for 20-by-11-inch wheels with 305-section tires.

The full-size car retained the supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V8 rated at 707 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. That background explains the aggressive stance, broad wheel arches, splitter and rear spoiler represented by the miniature.

The model is not a mechanical demonstration of those systems. It has no working engine, transmission, brakes or electronic drive modes. The full-size specifications provide subject context; the exact model features are the opening doors, rolling rubber tires, detailed cabin and fixed bodywork described for item 79201BK.

Midnight Eclipse is the model's decoration

The matte black finish with gold stripes and graphics belongs to Motormax’s Midnight Eclipse presentation. It should not automatically be described as a factory Dodge paint-and-stripe package for the full-size 2018 Hellcat Widebody.

This distinction protects the entity. The model represents the correct 2018 Widebody body shape while using a stylized black-and-gold collector finish. A factory-color Hellcat, a plain matte-black release or another gold-striped Challenger can be a separate item even when the casting looks similar.

How to confirm the exact 79201BK release

  1. Read the item number. The box or seller record should identify 79201BK.
  2. Verify the vehicle. It should say 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody.
  3. Match the series. Look for the Midnight Eclipse name.
  4. Inspect the finish. Confirm matte black paint with gold stripes and graphics.
  5. Check the scale. The model is 1:24.
  6. Confirm the openings. The doors open; no opening hood or trunk is promised.
  7. Inspect the stance. Match the widebody flares, front splitter, rear spoiler and black wheels.
  8. Compare the exact image. Use the Muncle Mikes product photo to confirm the supplied configuration.

Matte paint needs different care

Matte finishes scatter light instead of producing a glossy reflection. Rubbing or polishing one area can create a permanent shiny patch that is more visible than a small amount of dust.

  • Handle the model beneath the chassis whenever possible.
  • Use a clean, soft brush for loose dust.
  • Do not use automotive wax, polish or tire dressing.
  • Avoid alcohol and strong household cleaners.
  • Blot an accidental fingerprint gently rather than buffing it.
  • Test any cleaning method on an inconspicuous area first.

Broad, soft lighting reveals the body shape without making the gold graphics disappear against the black paint.

Protecting the gold stripes and graphics

The gold decoration is the main visual difference between this release and a plain black Hellcat model. Check the hood, roof, side surfaces and rear area against the exact product image.

Do not drag a cloth across the graphic edges. Use a soft brush and work in the direction of the stripe. Keep adhesive labels, display putty and foam pads away from printed areas.

Using the opening doors

The driver and passenger doors open to reveal the detailed interior. Operate them one at a time while the Challenger rests on a level surface.

  1. Support the chassis beneath the center of the car.
  2. Open from the intended door edge rather than pulling on the mirror.
  3. Keep pressure away from the window frame.
  4. Stop at the natural hinge limit.
  5. Close both doors before lifting or repacking the model.

Do not carry the model by an open door. An open-door display also requires more than the listed 3.5-inch closed-body width.

Do not force the hood or trunk

Exact-item records consistently identify opening doors but do not promise an opening hood or trunk. Visible panel lines are molded scale details, not proof of a hinge.

If either panel does not move with very light pressure at an obvious opening edge, treat it as fixed. Never insert a blade, pick or fingernail into a seam. Forcing a panel can chip the matte paint, bend the body or damage the gold graphics.

Widebody flares, splitter and spoiler

The body shape is more than a standard Challenger with a stripe change. The extended fender flares create the broad stance associated with the production Hellcat Widebody. The front splitter and rear spoiler complete the performance silhouette.

  • Do not lift the car by a fender flare.
  • Keep the front splitter clear of steep display ramps.
  • Leave rear clearance for the spoiler.
  • Lower the model vertically into its packaging.
  • Inspect all four flare edges when the model arrives.

Blackout wheels and real rubber tires

The black wheels continue the Midnight Eclipse theme, while the separate rubber tires give the car a more realistic stance. Exact-item descriptions identify smooth-rolling tires, but the model remains a display collectible rather than a track toy.

  • Check that every tire is centered on its wheel.
  • Roll only on a clean, smooth surface.
  • Do not pull or lift the car by one wheel.
  • Keep rubber tires away from soft vinyl and uncured paint.
  • Do not apply tire shine or oil.

No steering feature is promised for 79201BK. Do not force the front wheels to turn simply because they roll.

Detailed interior without powered features

The opening doors provide access to the molded seats, dashboard, console and door panels. Use a slightly elevated side angle to view the cabin without touching the roof or glazing.

The model does not require batteries and no working lights or sounds are identified. The gold graphics and detailed cabin are visual features, not electronic functions.

Planning the 1:24 display footprint

Published exact-item dimensions are approximately 8 inches long, 3.5 inches wide and 2.5 inches high with the doors closed. A fitted case needs additional clearance around the splitter, mirrors, spoiler and widebody flares.

  • Use the case’s internal measurements.
  • Add width for any open-door pose.
  • Leave finger clearance beneath the chassis.
  • Keep the splitter away from the front wall.
  • Measure the manufacturer box separately if it will be displayed packaged.

Choosing a display angle

A front three-quarter view shows the gold graphics, wide front flares, splitter and blackout wheels. A low side view emphasizes the extended arches and long Challenger profile. A rear three-quarter view shows the spoiler, rear body width and continuation of the decoration.

A light gray or warm neutral base gives the matte black body enough contrast. Avoid an all-black background unless the model is strongly rim-lit.

Boxed display versus loose display

Window-box display

The original package reduces handling and protects the splitter, mirrors, flares and spoiler. Position it away from glare so the matte paint and gold graphics remain visible.

Loose display

A loose display gives access to the opening doors and detailed cabin. Photograph the unopened package first and retain the inner supports for transport.

Do not confuse 79201BK with other black Hellcat models

Motormax has released more than one black 1:24 Challenger Hellcat model. Item codes, decorations and packaging distinguish them. A plain matte-black MiJo Exclusive or another stripe package is not interchangeable with the gold-graphic Midnight Eclipse release.

The permanent record should read 79201BK / Midnight Eclipse / matte black with gold graphics / 2018 Hellcat Widebody / 1:24.

Arrival checklist

  1. Confirm manufacturer item 79201BK.
  2. Match barcode 661732792016.
  3. Verify 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody and 1:24 scale.
  4. Confirm the Midnight Eclipse name and matte-black-and-gold finish.
  5. Compare the model with the exact Muncle Mikes product image.
  6. Inspect the box and inner supports.
  7. Check the splitter, mirrors, widebody flares, spoiler and wheels.
  8. Set the car on a level surface and inspect tire contact.
  9. Open each door separately and confirm that it closes correctly.
  10. Do not force the hood, trunk or front wheels.
  11. Photograph both sides, top, underside, interior, package and barcode.

Who should choose this release

Motormax 79201BK is a strong fit for modern muscle-car collectors, Dodge Hellcat displays, 1:24 black-and-gold themes and buyers who want opening doors and rubber tires without electronic features. The stylized Midnight Eclipse decoration gives it a distinct identity beside factory-color Challengers.

Final identification check

The exact release is the Motormax Midnight Eclipse 1:24 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody in matte black with gold stripes and graphics. It has diecast-and-plastic construction, real rubber tires, opening doors, a detailed interior, widebody fender flares, front splitter, rear spoiler, blackout wheels, no identified powered features, approximate 8 × 3.5 × 2.5-inch dimensions, manufacturer item 79201BK, store SKU F977-79201BK and barcode 661732792016.

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