Christen Powell Royal Purple 1997 Top Fuel Dragster 1:24 Diecast – 1 of 2,500 Action / Lionel ARC NHRA Collectible

Christen Powell didn’t just compete in Top Fuel.

She made history.

Driving the Royal Purple Top Fuel Dragster in the late 1990s, Powell became one of the standout female competitors in nitro racing. In 1997, she earned her first NHRA Top Fuel national event victory at the Auto Club Finals in Pomona — becoming one of the few women to win in the sport’s premier class and solidifying her place in drag racing history.

Her win wasn’t just symbolic — it came in one of the toughest eras Top Fuel had ever seen, against stacked fields of seasoned veterans. Powell’s smooth driving style, focus under pressure, and ability to go rounds made her a respected competitor in the nitro ranks.

The Royal Purple livery became instantly recognizable during that season, representing performance, precision, and breakthrough achievement.

This 1997 Christen Powell Royal Purple Top Fuel Dragster 1:24 diecast, produced by Action / Lionel ARC and limited to just 1 of 2,500 made, captures that milestone season in detailed form.

Pre-owned and in great condition, this low-production piece is a meaningful addition for collectors who appreciate historic wins, trailblazing drivers, and late-’90s Top Fuel competition.

Product Details

• Driver: Christen Powell

• Car: 1997 Royal Purple Top Fuel Dragster

• Scale: 1:24

• Manufacturer: Action / Lionel ARC

• Production: Limited to 2,500 Produced

• Series: NHRA Top Fuel

• Condition: Pre-Owned – Great Condition

• Category: NHRA Top Fuel Dragster Diecast & Drag Racing Memorabilia

For collectors who understand the significance of breakthrough moments in Top Fuel history, Christen Powell’s 1997 Royal Purple dragster represents both performance and progress in the sport.

At Revelry1, we don’t just sell diecast.

We preserve the wins that moved drag racing forward.