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Top Gun Arrives at SDCC 2026 with Exclusive Hot Wheels Set 

The need for speed races to San Diego Comic‑Con 2026 via Mattel Creations with a new Top Gun 40th Anniversary set

Feel the need for speed as Top Gun heads to San Diego Comic-Con 2026 with an incredible Hot Wheels exclusive celebrating the film's 40th anniversary. Mattel continues its tradition of delivering premium convention collectibles, and this year's Top Gun release captures one of the movie's most iconic aerial moments. The diorama recreates the unforgettable scene in which Maverick and Goose invert their F-14 Tomcat above an enemy fighter jet. The sequence remains one of the most famous moments in aviation movie history and helped cement Top Gun as a pop-culture phenomenon.

Mattel has packed an impressive amount of detail into the collectible, which features two die-cast fighter jets displayed in the signature inverted flight pose. The dynamic presentation perfectly captures the scene's tension and excitement, making it an eye-catching display piece for collectors. While Hot Wheels fans will certainly appreciate the premium die-cast aircraft, this release is also designed for longtime Top Gun enthusiasts looking to add a unique anniversary collectible to their collection. The Top Gun 40th Anniversary Hot Wheels exclusive will be available both at San Diego Comic-Con and through Mattel Creations beginning July 23. Collectors attending the show can visit Mattel's booth during the convention to secure the set before it takes off. The exclusive is priced at $35.

Hot Wheels x Top Gun 40th Anniversary Set | SRP: $35

"Hot Wheels® takes flight with one of cinema's most iconic moments as Maverick and Goose invert their F-14 Tomcat over an enemy "MiG-28". Complete with break frame packaging that includes a tribute to Goose's unforgettable cockpit photo and showcases both die-cast fighter jets in the legendary inverted position, this collectible is an homage to Top Gun and the scene that made movie history."

"Fans can visit Mattel's booth (#2945) at the San Diego Convention Center from July 23-26, 2026. Products will be available at the Mattel merchandise booth and on MattelCreations.com beginning Thursday, July 23."

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