COLLECTOR GUIDE
2017 Hot Wheels 16 Angels DTX43 — Collector Guide
What distinguishes this release?
2017 16 Angels (toy number DTX43) in Holiday Racers 2/5, with a Gold finish.
Official IdentificationManufacturer, model number, year and documented features for this release.
DTX43Catalog toy number
Reference photo
Official Identification
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
|---|---|
| Casting / model | 16 Angels |
| Release year | 2017 |
| Toy / model number | DTX43 |
| Series / assortment | Holiday Racers 2/5 |
| Body color | Gold |
| Wheels | Gold and white OH5 |
| Base | Red / Red / Metal |
| Country | Malaysia |
Variation SummaryHow this release fits among the recorded versions of the casting.
Variation Summary
2017 16 Angels (toy number DTX43) appears in Holiday Racers 2/5, with a Gold finish.
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Notable Releases
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Casting History
Casting History
Nathan Proch designed this original V16 sports-car concept, first issued in 2004 First Editions. Its long nose references the Jaguar E-Type while the cylinder count informs its name. Early ordinary releases used a metal body and metal base. Collector histories place the ordinary plastic-body transition in 2009 and a post-post attachment revision in 2015. The separate McDonald's plastic toy debuted earlier and does not date that ordinary tooling transition. Later examples retain the metal chassis; production date codes are distinct from release years.
Physical DetailsBody finish, wheels, base and visible details recorded for this version.
Gold and white OH5Documented wheelsRed / Red / MetalDocumented baseMalaysiaCountry marking
Physical Details
- Body / color: Gold
- Wheels: Gold and white OH5
- Base: Red / Red / Metal
- Country marking: Malaysia
- Tampo / decoration: Starry red & black decals, 'Happy Holidays' on the sides with the Santa 2016 image
Packaging DetailsPackage style, assortment and included contents recorded for this release.
Packaging Details
Package: Mainline Holiday Racers blister card
Condition details and completed-sale research for collectors.
Notable ReleasesFamily context and exact record separation.
FAQAnswers to common collector identification questions.
Buying & Value — Full Guide
Buying & Value Guide
Compare this release with examples in similar condition. On a loose car, inspect paint, printed graphics and wheel wear. For a carded example, include card and blister condition and check that the package is complete.
Completed sales are the clearest guide when the model number, finish and package match.
16 Angels — Frequently Asked Questions
Collector FAQs
Which details separate one release from another?
Compare the casting name with the year, toy number, finish, graphics, wheels and package markings shown for that version.
Does the copyright year on the base always match the release year?
No. The base copyright can predate the year a particular color or package appeared. Use the release markings and packaging together.
What should I inspect on a loose example?
Check the paint, printed graphics, wheel faces and base for wear or damage. Those details help compare condition between examples.
What does the carded photograph show?
It documents the package design and the car as sold. Loose-car photos are shown separately when an exact view is available.
Collecting Terms, Sources & Model References
16 Angels collecting terms
Casting: the underlying model/tooling family, not just a color. Release: one issued version within that family. Decoration: the printed graphics and finish. Assortment code: a set or mix identifier that can differ from the individual car's item number.
Sources & model references
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