'15 AUDI R8 LMS

Set Name: ‘15 Audi R8 LMS

Release Date: 2025

SKU#: JFT18

Pcs: 820

MSRP: $54.00 usd

Age Rec.: 10Y+

Main Color: White and Yellow

Includes:

• One buildable 2015 Audi R8 LMS.

• One Die-cast 2015 Audi R8 LMS at 1:64 scale.

• One decal sheet.

Notes:

• This set is part of the Hot Wheels Elite Series | (1:16 Scale)

• Name Breakdown: '2015 Audi R8 LMS

  • '15: This automobile was launched in 2015.

  • Audi: Audi is the automobile manufacturer.

  • R8: The "R" signifies Audi's heritage in racing, while the "8" represents Audi's internal designation for their racing car series.

  • LMS: "LMS" stands for Le Mans Series. Audi's LMS vehicles are designed for competition in GT and endurance racing.

• The Audi R8 LMS GT3 No. 39 is a notable endurance race car campaigned by Audi Sport Team Land at the 2023 24h Nürburgring. Sporting a distinctive heritage livery honoring Audi's historic rally years, it secured a 6th-place finish overall.

Photo Credit: Ferdi Kräling Motorsport-Bild GmbH

The Build:

Stock Version:

Custom Version:

Special Features:

Sticker Sheet:

Photo Credit: Dylan Crossman

Instruction Manual:

Click Here to see PDF instruction manual for this set.

Promotional Material:

Product Description:

Buckle up and get ready for high-octane speed with the buildable 1:16 scale '15 Audi R8 LMS by Mattel Brick Shop. This detailed and authentic set includes decals for customization, two sets of wheel covers, a metal signature plate, plus an exclusive matching metal car. Collect all the cars in the Elite Series and build your collection.

Features:

• Build the Iconic Racecar: Fully buildable 1:16 scale ’15 Audi R8 LMS loaded with realistic details.

• Customize Your Ride: Includes a custom decal sheet and two sets of wheel covers to transform your build.

• Exclusive Metal Car & Metal Signature Plate: Features a matching 1:64 scale metal car and signature plate, available first with Mattel Brick Shop sets.

• Authentic LMS Details: Features drag-race inspired details, authentic steering wheel, and opening doors.

• Compatible With Other Brands: Pieces combine with all building sets by Mattel Brick Shop and other name brands.

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Customize your ride.

• Includes a custom decal sheet, extra parts, and 2 sets of wheel covers to transform your build, plus a metal signature plate.

Includes additional parts.

• Includes metallic Hot Wheels branded wheel covers.

Frustration-free building.

• Our bricks are made of smooth resin that click together with ease. Our playbooks include large images and our bricks are bagged by step for easy-to-follow building.

Includes metal parts.

• Audi wheel covers and signature plate are both metal for an elevated build.

Commercials:

On September 25, 2025, the Mattel Brick Shop Instagram account posted this video and caption announcing the launch of the LMS. A widescreen version of this video was subsequently featured on various online retail platforms.

"Buckle up and get ready for high-octane speed with the buildable 1:16 scale '15 Audi R8 LMS by Mattel Brick Shop. This detailed and authentic set includes decals for customization, 2 sets of wheel covers, a metal signature plate, plus an exclusive matching metal car. Collect all the cars in the Elite Series™ and build your collection.

Available for Pre Sale now"

Social Media Posts: 

Instagram Post from November 17, 2025

"Buckle up and get ready for high-octane speed with the buildable 1:16 scale '15 Audi R8 LMS by Mattel Brick Shop. This detailed and authentic set includes decals for customization, 2 sets of wheel covers, a metal signature plate, plus an exclusive matching metal car. Collect all the cars in the Elite Series™ and build your collection."

Instagram post from March 13, 2026.

"Lock in. We’re building the iconic ’15 Audi R8 LMS.

Loaded with authentic LMS features like drag-race inspired details, an authentic steering wheel, and opening doors, this build is fun from start to finish.

Fun fact the ‘15 Audi R8 LMS is a part of the Mattel Brick Shop Hot Wheels Elite Series ™ and contains 820 pieces!"

The following is an excerpt from a September 2025 article from BusinessWire covering the release of the Audi R8 LMS and Avant RS2.

Mattel Brick Shop™ and Hot Wheels® Debut Collector Builds of Two Legendary Audi Models

"“Mattel Brick Shop and Hot Wheels brand collaborations provide adult collectors and auto enthusiasts alike the ability to interact with their favorite vehicles, like these storied Audi Models, in an entirely new way - by building them,” said Ted Wu, Global Head of Vehicles and Building Sets at Mattel. “Hot Wheels and Audi first partnered for the first official casting in 1993, and we’re proud to expand that relationship into one of the company’s newest brands in the building category, Mattel Brick Shop.”

The two Audi models were selected for their iconic designs, storied heritage, and legendary status among car fanatics. Both building sets feature accurate details and proportions, allowing collectors the ability to recreate and customize these renowned Audi vehicles."

Photo Credit: businesswire.com

Specs & History:

Debut: The 2015 Audi R8 LMS made its official global public debut on March 3, 2015, at the Geneva Motor Show, followed by its competitive racing debut at the Nürburgring 24 Hours in May 2015, where it claimed an overall victory.

Price: When it debuted at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, the 2015 Audi R8 LMS GT3 race car was priced by Audi Sport at €359,000 (approximately $400,000 USD at the time).

Production number:

Second-generation R8 LMS (introduced in 2015): 64 units were delivered or produced during the initial rollout phase. A total of 200 units were produced, with the production line ending in 2016.

Specs:

Engine & Performance

• Engine Type: 5.2-liter (5,200 cc) naturally aspirated 90° V10

• Horsepower: Up to 585 hp at 7,500 rpm (variable based on Balance of Performance regulations)

• Torque: ~424 lb-ft (500+ Nm) at 6,500 rpm

• Aspiration: Naturally aspirated FSI direct injection

Drivetrain & Transmission

• Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive (MR layout)

• Transmission: 6-speed sequential sport gearbox with steering wheel shift paddles 

• Top Speed: 186 to 199 mph (299 to 320 km/h), depending on the specific aerodynamic setup, gear ratios, and track configuration mandated by FIA GT3 regulations.

• 0-60: 3 seconds

Chassis & Dimensions

• Chassis: Audi Space Frame (ASF) aluminum structure with an integrated steel roll cage

• Bodywork: Carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) and aluminum panels

• Weight: Approx. 2,701 lbs (1,225 kg) dry weight

• Length: 180.4 inches (4,583 mm)

• Width: 78.6 inches (1,997 mm)

• Height: 46.1 inches (1,171 mm)

Photo Credit: Autozeitung.de

Hot Wheels 1:64 Versions:

The 1:64 scale Hot Wheels Audi R8 LMS was designed by Mark Jones and first released in 2018 as part of the Car Culture: Eurospeed series. Below are a few of the many 1:64 Hot Wheels die cast cars inspired by the Audi R8 LMS.

Related Pages: 

• CLICK HERE to see a complete list of every Hot Wheels released by Mattel Brick Shop / Mega!