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2017 Hot Wheels Dodge Ram 1500 (2007) DTX71 — Collector Guide
What distinguishes this release?
2017 Ram 1500 (toy number DTX71) in HW Hot Trucks 1/10; 033/365, with a Metalflake dark gray finish.
Official IdentificationManufacturer, model number, year and documented features for this release.
DTX71Catalog toy number
Reference photo
Official Identification
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
|---|---|
| Casting / model | Ram 1500 |
| Release year | 2017 |
| Toy / model number | DTX71 |
| Series / assortment | HW Hot Trucks 1/10; 033/365 |
| Body color | Metalflake dark gray |
| Wheels | Yellow BLOR |
| Base | Black / Plastic |
| Country | Malaysia |
Variation SummaryHow this release fits among the recorded versions of the casting.
2007First documented release25Documented releases
Variation Summary
2017 Ram 1500 (toy number DTX71) appears in HW Hot Trucks 1/10; 033/365, with a Metalflake dark gray finish.
Hot Wheels first released Ram 1500 in 2007; 25 releases are documented below.
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Notable Releases
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Casting History
Casting History
Phil Riehlman's lifted pickup debuted in 2007. Original tooling has a hinged tonneau covering an audio system; the 2014 revision replaced that insert with an ordinary bed. Renamed Ram 1500 in 2017. Newsletter's early rows say 2006 despite its 2007 heading and corroborating 2007 checklist; release year here follows the latter. Attribution: secondary collector catalogs, with exact Mattel archival evidence not recovered.
Physical DetailsBody finish, wheels, base and visible details recorded for this version.
Yellow BLORDocumented wheelsBlack / PlasticDocumented baseMalaysiaCountry marking
Physical Details
- Body / color: Metalflake dark gray
- Wheels: Yellow BLOR
- Base: Black / Plastic
- Country marking: Malaysia
- Tampo / decoration: Yellow & Black stripes on sides & top, 'Toyo Tires' on sides
Packaging DetailsPackage style, assortment and included contents recorded for this release.
Packaging Details
Package: Collector catalogs identify HW Hot Trucks 1/10; 033/365. Card/barcode details require specimen confirmation.
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.
Ram 1500 — 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
Ram 1500 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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