UNSC M12 WARTHOG
Updated: Oct 8
Set Name: UNSC M12 Warthog
Release Date: 2026
Media Affiliation: Halo: CE
Set ID: JNP49
Pcs: 935
Age Rec.: 10Y+
MSRP: $75.00
Main Color: Green
Notes:
This set debuted on July 23, 2026, at San Diego Comic-Con. (Click Here to see the Mattel Brick Shop SDCC 2026 Warthog Reveal.)
Online pre-orders for this set sold out in under 72 hours on the Mattel Creations website, Amazon, Target, and BigBadToys.
This set is part of the Hot Wheels Elite Series.
While the Warthog is included in the MBS Elite Series, which typically is a 1:16 scale build, this particular version is built at a 1:22 scale.
Concepts and Artwork:
"On the battlefield speed is life and the M12 has that in spades – having a great big damn gun don’t hurt, either."
"The M12 Force Application Vehicle (M12-FAV), commonly referred to as the Warthog or simply the Hog, is a fast attack vehicle serving as the United Nations Space Command Armed Forces' primary joint light tactical ground vehicle. The M12 Warthog is the most common series within wider Warthog family of vehicles, and saw service throughout the Insurrection and Human-Covenant War until the introduction of the M12B Warthog by late 2552."
Gallery bellow:
Images 1 and 2 represent early concept art of the Warthog from Halo: Combat Evolved.
Image 3 is a render of a Warthog in Halo: Combat Evolved.
Image 4 depicts the dashboard of a Warthog in Halo: Combat Evolved.
Pictures and information in this section are courtesy of Halopedia.
Box & Packaging:
The Build:
M41 Vulcan:
Photo Credit: Dylan Crossman
M68 Gauss Cannon:
Photo Credit: Dylan Crossman
Details:
Photo Credit: Dylan Crossman
Over 30 new components were developed to ensure the accuracy of this build.
The interior console is directly inspired by the Warthog as depicted in Halo Reach.
Seldom seen in the game, the design team meticulously researched and recreated the Warthog’s engine.
Faithful to the movement of the original M12 Warthog, this build includes independent suspension.
Sticker Sheet:
Instruction Manual:
Click Here for the PDF instruction manual.
1:64 Scale:
Photo Credit: Dylan Crossman
Promotional Material:
Product Description:
The tactical vehicle built for a Spartan is ready to attack. Introducing the 1:22 scale buildable UNSC M12 Warthog from Mattel Brick Shop, in honor of Halo’s 25th anniversary. This fully buildable model is complete with two sets of wheel covers, swappable cannon, and decals for customization. Featuring independent suspension, this build moves just like the original UNSC M12 Warthog – precise and powerful. This anniversary set comes complete with a Hot Wheels metal vehicle and signature plate. Collect all the vehicles in the Elite Series and build your collection.
Build 25 Years of Halo: Fully buildable 1:22 scale UNSC M12 Warthog designed in honor of Halo’s milestone anniversary.
Customize Your Ride: Includes a custom decal sheet, two sets of wheel covers, and extra parts to transform your build.
Metal Parts & Metal Vehicle: Features metal wheel covers, a matching 1:64 scale metal car and signature plate, available first with Mattel Brick Shop sets.
Authentic Warthog Details: Features independent suspension, Gauss cannon , and officially licensed wheel covers.
Elevated Building: Bricks made of smooth resin to click together with ease and step-by-step instructions are easy and fun to follow.
Compatible With Other Brands: Pieces combine with all building sets by Mattel Brick Shop and other name brands.
Image Gallery:
Commercials:
The following video was posted the Mattel Brick Shop Instagram page on July 23, 2026, immediately following it's reveal at SDCC 2026.
"UNSC delivery confirmed: build the Warthog.
Available for Pre-Order now."
The following video was posted the Big Bad Toy Store Instagram page on July 23, 2026.
"Celebrate 25 years of Halo with the UNSC M12 Warthog from the Hot Wheels brand and part of Mattel's Brick Shop series!
This model includes 4 metal wheel covers, signature plate, 935 pieces and an in-game reward for the Halo: Campaign Evolved video game."
Social Media:
Check out these exciting social media posts from Comic Con 2026, all about the thrilling Warthog reveal!
22July2026
Mattel Brick Shop drops the date and time of the big reveal.
"San Diego Comic Con.
Thursday July 23rd.
10:30am PT.
Booth 3029.
You won't want to miss this...👀"
"NEW! Halo Warthog from @mattelbrickshop reveal! Mannnn this is such a dream! Working wench, suspension, swappable turrets, customization with stickers AND an Exclusive Hot Wheel to this set!"
"3 words to describe our new buildable Halo UNSC M12 Warthog…GO!
6w"
Now, that’s more like it!
The pieces came together at SDCC. Your objective? Finish the build. Pre-order your UNSC M12 Warthog building set today, Spartans!
2026July31
Following the excitement from SDCC '26, Mattel Brick Shop posted the following on their various social media accounts.
"1:22 scale. 935 pieces. Authentic Warthog details.
Last week, our brand new fully buildable UNSC M12 Warthog made its debut at San Diego Comic Con.
Pre-order yours today!"
SDCC 2026 Warthog Reveal:
Video Credit: TheDomain
Related Pages:
CLICK HERE to see a complete list of every Halo set released by Mega!
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