The Matchbox 2001 Rescue Plane #40 primarily refers to a specific die-cast model released as part of the Nite Glow & 50th Anniversary series. Collectors often seek this model for its unique "glow-in-the-dark" features and its connection to the transitional "Hero City" era of Matchbox.
Series: Part of the "Nite Glow" collection
Glow-in-the-Dark: The wings and radar dish are designed to glow in the dark.
Moving Parts: Features wings that can manually retract in and out.
Color: Typically found in a dark green and gray multi-color scheme with a yellow cockpit window.
Scale: 1:64 die-cast and plastic construction.