Thunderloop Chaser
Racemasters Inc. (Distributed under AFX) • AFX (Aurora Factory Experimentals)
Toy Category
Electric Slot Car Racing Set
Year Released
circa 2011-2015
Condition
Excellent (Assumed based on box condition; requires inspection of internal components for motor function and tire rot)
Estimated Market Value
$150.00 - $225.00 USD (Depending on market demand and completeness)
Description
A high-speed electric slot car racing set featuring 31 feet (9.5 meters) of track. The layout includes complex features such as a spiral and a vertical loop. The set includes two HO scale cars: a police cruiser and a red AFX-branded sport racer. It features the Tri-Power Pack power supply with three speed settings (Beginner, Intermediate, Expert) and two hand controllers. The cars utilize the Mega-G chassis system, known for a low center of gravity and high magnetic downforce.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$150.00 - $225.00 USD (Depending on market demand and completeness)
Auction Estimate
$130.00 - $180.00 USD
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Standard retail edition, manufactured in China
Model Number
Part No. 70287
Toy Type
HO Scale (1:64), Plastic Track, Die-cast/Plastic Cars, Mega-G Chassis
Toy Condition
Excellent (Assumed based on box condition; requires inspection of internal components for motor function and tire rot)
Packaging Condition
Very Good/Excellent - Minor shelf wear on corners, slight surface scuffing, original price tag remains $115.00, structure appears intact and uncrushed.
Rarity & Significance
Common to Moderate. While not a vintage 1970s set, AFX sets are highly collected by hobbyists for their superior track quality and 'Mega-G' chassis performance. The 'Thunderloop' is a popular large-format set due to the sheer length of track provided.
Special Features
Tri-Power Pack (adjustable voltage), Mega-G ultra-low chassis, 31 feet of track, spiral and loop track sections, and police chase theme.
Notable Variations
Later iterations of this set may feature the 'Mega-G+' chassis instead of the original 'Mega-G' chassis shown in the side-bar graphic.